Welcome to DESIGNER VINTAGE JEWELRY where we bring you regular articles on buying, selling, collecting and looking after designer vintage jewelry. We scour the net looking for articles of interest and also invite submissions & comments from those knowledgeable in this area of jewelry. Our bi-weekly FEATURE article comes from our partner site at RUBY LANE. We'd also love you to SUBSCRIBE to our RUBY LANE NEWSLETTER so you can be the first to know when we've added new items or put current stock on sale. SUBSCRIBE TODAY!
Costume Jewelry They Look So Good On You (15 Nov 2008) As the name implies, vintage costume jewelry is old imitation jewelry. Costume jewelry is the perfect accessory for casual to formal dress, and is a wonderful way to express your personality.
Designer Costume Jewelery (15 Nov 2008) Costume jewelry has been given the name; "costume" because of the use of this fashion accessory as stage costumes in stage plays and theater plays. This less costly jewellery is often made of materials like; glass, plastic and base metals. Gemstones used in these jewels are also not real.
Right Way to Clean Diamonds (06 Oct 2008) There are several ways to clean and store diamonds. Know the right way to clean your diamonds so that they can last forever.
HOW CAN YOU BE SURE IT'S JEWELRY by SHERMAN? (16 Aug 2008) Is that Sherman bracelet or necklace you're thinking of buying really a Sherman? How do you know if there's no signature?
What is a Claddagh Ring? (20 Jul 2008) Although there are many Celtic designs used in making jewelry, one of the most interesting and popular is the Claddagh. This design most often used for rings is named after a small fishing which was located to the west of Galway, Ireland just outside the city walls. What makes the this ring unique is the fact that this village has exclusively used this traditional design for over 400 years.
Spotting Fake Vintage Weiss Jewelry (12 Jul 2008) Love vintage jewelry? Make sure that the jewelry you are buying is real and how to spot the fakes.
Exclusive Designer Costume Jewelry (12 Jul 2008) The designer jewelry is made keeping in minds the tastes and preferences of today's fashionable women.
Vintage Costume Jewelry Is Increasing In Value (12 Jul 2008) Ever wonder what value people find in old stuff? Vintage jewelry is a wonderful way to collect a beautiful piece of history and possibly even make some money on your purchase.
Mystical Power of Gemstones (18 Jun 2008) Apart from their use as ornamental instruments used in gemstone jewelry, gemstones have been used for remedial purposes in accordance with astrology for centuries.
Romantic Component of Pearls in Jewelry (18 Jun 2008) The fast changes in fashion make this world so astounding. The diamond used to be "the queen of gem" but now all kinds of other gemstones are becoming just as popular in gemstone jewelry.
PROPER CARE FOR YOUR PEARL JEWELRY (26 May 2008) Whether you bought your own pearl jewelry or received one as a gift, you need to know that it is very important to take good care of it so that you would be able to use it for a long time.
VINTAGE COSTUME JEWELRY IS PRETTY & A GREAT INVESTMENT (26 May 2008) Indeed, for anyone knowing what they are looking for, it is very possible to find authentic costume jewelry at low prices and resale for massive profits. Unfortunately, most people have no clue what is meant by "vintage" costume jewelry!
NATURAL COLOUR DIAMONDS (26 May 2008) It might surprise you to learn that diamonds come in other colors besides clear!
DATING JEWELRY: JEWELRY METALS (26 May 2008) Dating jewelry accurately can be quite a challenge. Many materials and techniques used today in production are the same basic methods used for at least 5000 years!
DATING JEWELRY: PRECIOUS METAL HALLMARKS (26 May 2008) The use of hallmarks on jewelry and objects made from precious metal began in the 1400's, however many unmarked pieces exist.
VINTAGE COSTUME JEWELRY SPARKLES AGAIN (26 May 2008) Vintage costume jewellery is experiencing a revival these days as sparkling vintage rhinestone brooches are roaring back in style. Here are a few things you'll need to know to help you pick out the right pieces.
RHINESTONES: ALL THAT GLITTERS (26 May 2008) Today, the term rhinestone has a wider usage, and is used to describe any glass stones, with or without a metallic backing.
