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Enduring Love: April Birthstone Spotlight on the Diamond
Rare Tiffany & Co., Schlumberger diamond leaf-shaped brooch, American, c. 1960″s. Samuel Saidian & Sons. Derived from the Greek...
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The Royal Stone: February Birthstone Spotlight on the Amethyst
Due to its brilliant hue of purple, the longstanding color of power, the amethyst has been associated with royalty...
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Lighting The Way: January Birthstone Spotlight On the Garnet
The perfect stone for embarking on a new year, garnet, the January birthstone, has long been associated with journeys....
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November 2013 Manhattan Art & Antiques Center Highlights of the Month
There may be a decided chill in the air this month, but November is also the month of changing...
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In Memory Of: The Gothic Art of Victorian Mourning Jewelry
Scallop edged Victorian mourning brooch, pinchbeck and enamel. Contains hair of the beloved, and inscribed “In Memory Of”, possibly...
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Heaven's Blessings: September Gemstone Spotlight On The Sapphire
Pin, fashioned as a floral spray, multi-colored sapphires and 18KT gold, American, circa 1980; Clifford Baron Gallery. September’s birthstone,...
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A Drop of Heart's Blood: July Gemstone Spotlight On The Ruby
18K gold ring with a large central ruby, surrounded by sapphires, diamonds, and emeralds, American, circa 1940-50. Hoffman-Gampetro gallery....
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MAAC June 2013 Highlights of the Month
This month, we celebrate June weddings and Father’s Day (June 16) with beautiful baubles for brides, and a host...
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Art Deco in the Age of Gatsby
A brooch made for Daisy Buchanan: In the style of Art Deco, platinum over 14K gold, with a large...
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Romantic Antiques for Valentine's Day
A rose that blooms forever. Sterling silver, Cartier, France, 1990s. Leah Gordon Gallery. Of the many origin myths of...