Welcome to DESIGNER VINTAGE JEWELRY where we bring you informative 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.
This website is a partner site to our newest information site at VIANVI and connected to our shops at both RUBY LANEand RUBY PLAZA. We have also recently set up the VIANVI SHOWCASE, a neatly organized photo gallery of all the stock currently available. We urge you to visit it too.
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.
Jewelry For The Holidays (05 Dec 2007) Do you have the right jewelry for the occasion? What kind of jewelry do you wear at Christmas?
Telling Bakelite From Other Plastic Materials (28 Nov 2007) The costume jewelry from the 1920's-1940's bakelite era is highly sought after. So how do you determine if it is actually made of bakelite? There are a couple of fairly simple tests. Although not full proof they work pretty well.
A Few Helpful Hints for Finding Great Vintage Jewelry (28 Nov 2007) If you're looking for trendy change that is both original as well as eye-catching, then the plan for you is to think antique. Vintage, retro, and classic styles are simply timeless and never go out of style.
Antique Three Stone Diamond Wedding Rings (28 Nov 2007) From graceful Victorian design to scrolling Art Nouveau stylings, an antique wedding ring can bring a level of charm and elegance to your trousseau. When you go shopping for wedding rings, you should not ...
All About Collecting Vintage Jewelry (28 Nov 2007) If you are like a lot of people now days, you may have developed a taste for old vintage jewelry. Until more recently the ultimate jewelry to own has been expensive items ...
Costume Jewelry - For Those of Us With Personality (08 Oct 2007) Unlike fine jewelry which can seem somewhat impersonal and cold, fashion or costume pieces allow us to express our personality and are available in every design and style imaginable. Far from "cheap jewelry", vintage costume pieces can actually be worth big bucks if you know what you are looking for.
