Collecting Vintage and Contemporary Jewelry

Volupté Jewelry is Very Hard to Find

2012-01-25T14:35:00.005-05:00

Volupté is a company which was founded in 1926 in Elizabeth, NJ. They are most well known for their extensive range of compacts. The company also produced jewelry, chatelaines, purses, and cigarette cases. They were one of the most prolific manufacturers of ladies compacts and had every imaginable shape and design in their product line. The company ceased manufacturing in the late

Christmas Jewelry - Past and Present

2011-12-01T11:58:00.006-05:00

It's that time of the year. It seems to come around more quickly each year, doesn't it? This is the time of the year when there doesn't seem to be enough hours in a day.Out come the decorations, and off to the store for shopping. It's also the perfect time of the year to bring out your seasonal jewelry from past years, or to shop for a new item to add to your collection.Anyone who collects

40% of Selected Jewelry Styles - Shop Now for Christmas

2011-10-31T14:12:00.008-04:00

Christmas is just around the corner. Before we know it, black Friday will be here and the Xmas shopping season will be in full force.But you can start early in my eBay store. I've just reduced a big range of jewelry items, both vintage and new jewelry, to make room for new stock.The savings are huge - 40% off a wide range of necklaces, earrings, sets and miscellaneous jewelry and many designer

New Selection of Rhinestone Pins in my Ruby Lane Shop

2011-10-18T13:23:00.003-04:00

This is the time of the year when the jackets and blazers come out and this makes it the perfect time for the addition of a new rhinestone pin for your collection. Nothing looks better on the lapel of a jacket than a fabulous brooch!I've just listed a few vintage brooches in my Ruby Lane shop - The Finishing Touch Vintage Jewelry. They are all very affordably priced and have a wonderful array of

Hottest New Earring Trend - Basketball Wives Inspired Hoops

2011-10-17T14:50:00.003-04:00

If you like reality TV, you are probably a fan of the VH1 Cable Network program called The Basketball Wives. The show features the lives of a group of women who have all been romantically link in some way to professional basketball players.The designer of the original Basketball wives earrings is POParazzi. But there are now dozens of imitators (at much reduced prices) so the trend has really

Royal Opera House - George Balanchine's Jewels

2011-10-15T13:52:00.008-04:00

The Royal Opera House in London opened its current season a few weeks ago by presenting George Balanchine's famous Ballet called Jewels. It is unusual in that the ballet doesn't have a romantic theme as many do, but it is a story of three different jewels meant to signify a part of Balanchine's life.The Ballet is a triptych. Normally the word refers to a work of art which has three panels, but

Feather Jewelry Continues to Set Trends

2011-09-19T12:40:00.006-04:00

Each season, there seems to be some new style or material in jewelry that takes off and becomes a fashion trend. For the last few seasons, it has been feathers and fur. And this fall will be no exception. Feathers are still prominent on the fashion runways, and my suppliers are offering more and more of it each time I go to see what is new.Feather jewelry was confined to mainly earrings for the

Christie's Auction House To Feature Elizabeth Taylor's Jewelry

2011-09-09T15:33:00.007-04:00

Fans of Elizabeth Taylor will soon get a closer look into the private life of the famous Hollywood legend. On December 13, 2011, Christie's Auction house will be holding the first of several auctions of her jewelry, clothing and other prized possessions.The auctions will be preceded by a world wide tour which will culminate in four consecutive days of exciting auctions. Starting this month, a

Gemstone Imposters - The Name is the Key

2011-09-09T14:35:00.004-04:00

Go surfing online for genuine gemstone jewelry, whether it be antique, vintage or contemporary, and you will more than likely come across a jewelry title with very descriptive words added to the gemstone which is, sadly, often an impostor.Picture this - your best friend has just told you that she got a real steal on an American Ruby. Do you have the courage (or the knowledge) to tell her that

Love Tokens - Lockets - Timeless Treasures in a small Design

2011-08-16T16:09:00.003-04:00

As many women have discovered, a locket is a wonderful place to keep a tiny memento of a loved one all wrapped up in a pretty jewelry design. There are so many styles and shapes now. Gone are the days of only wearing a heart shape around your neck with a picture of your child. Let your imagination go wild. Today's styles are all shapes and sizes, sometimes even shaped like animals or hand

Body Chains - Not just for Belly Dancers!

2011-06-27T14:27:00.003-04:00

If you are a typical woman, you probably have a variety of chain necklaces in your jewelry wardrobe. Most of us might several different styles. They seem to add just the touch of pizazz to any neckline. Add a pendant to the look and you have a lovely accent to your outfit.A hot new trend this season seems to be taking chain necklaces and pendants to a whole new level with the introduction of a

Hot New Fashion Trend - Earlaces - Rihanna Style

2011-06-14T15:54:00.008-04:00

One of the hottest new trends in jewelry is a combination of earrings and necklaces called an earlace. The style has become very popular after R& B star Rihanna was seen wearing a pair recently. I can't keep them in my stores.What is an earlace? Simply put it is a pair of earrings which is normally joined by a series of chains. Ever since the style became popular all sorts of embellishments have

Angelina Jolie to Launch a New Jewelry Line

2011-05-11T08:24:00.003-04:00

Those of you who love to keep up with the latest in contemporary jewelry fashions may be interested to know that Angelina Jolie has launched a new line of jewelry called Style of Jolie.Ms Jolie has been involved in the design process since she wanted to create some beautiful art around jewels with the mission of helping children.YouTube has an interesting video of the collection that you can find

Sotheby's Puts an Emerald Tiara on the Auction Block in Geneva

2011-05-11T08:09:00.002-04:00

I love to browse the offerings at Sotheby's Auction house. Of course, I can't afford anything...the prices are too rich for my blood, but I can still dream.On May 17, 2011 Sotheby's will have an auction of Magnificent Jewels in Geneva. The highlight of the auction is the magnificent Emerald Tiara featured here. The piece is the most valuable emerald and diamond tiara to have appeared at

Religious Jewelry is Always a popular choice

2011-04-22T15:32:00.008-04:00

Wearing religious jewelry has always been a way for the faithful to proudly display their faith in a elegant way. But gone are the days of the only choice being a rosary or a small beaded bracelet.Current fashion trends have changed all that and now the range of jewelry with a religious theme is vast and includes bracelets, pins, pendants, rings, earrings and the ever popular cross necklace.I

It's Sale time at Carolina Collections - Cameos!!

2011-04-09T11:33:00.006-04:00

Each week in my ebay store - Carolina Collections Vintage Jewelry, I offer a few items which I have placed on sale. This week is no exception. And this sale is close to my heart, as readers of my blog will realize. I've marked down a nice range of cameo costume jewelry. Here are a few pieces to whet your appetite. You can view the whole range of cameo jewelry which is reduced on the mark down

Sotheby's March 17 London Sale Results

2011-03-27T14:03:00.003-04:00

Sotheby's auction house recently had a fabulous sale of jewelry in London. The sale was held on March 17 and the pieces were just wonderful. Among the listings were some delicate cannetille work jewels from the early 19th Century incorporating pink topaz; several Archaeological revival jewels from the mid 19th Century including an attractive bangle by Phillips of Cockspur Street.One

Red Rhinestone Vintage Jewelry is a Hot Seller

2011-03-07T14:24:00.003-05:00

Anyone who has dabbled in selling vintage jewelry will agree that red is one of the colors that always gets the most watchers and bids. It is so rich and regal, makes a perfect Valentine's day or Christmas present and can be worn anytime and still looks perfectly in fashion.I have been lucky enough to acquire a fabulous full parure, pictured here, by vintage designer Judy Lee. Judy Lee was a

Michelle Obama Makes a Statement with her Earrings

2011-02-28T09:21:00.005-05:00

Statement necklaces have been all the rage for the past year or so. Now, it appears that earrings may join them as a trend.Michelle Obama wore a pair of large dangling enamel flower earrings last night for the White House Governor's Ball Dinner. It will be interesting to see if more designs follow.Photo credit: Saul Loeb/AFP/ Getty Images

Even the Wall Street Journal Loves Cameo Jewelry

2011-02-27T10:57:00.005-05:00

Readers of my blog know that I love cameo jewelry. It is my all time favorite style of vintage jewelry. The feminine designs evoke romance like nothing else, in my opinion.Today, the Wall Street Journal also seems to share my fondness. Three cameo pins and a bracelet are featured in the magazine section of the journal.The piece gives a bit of an overview of cameos and details of the glorious

1001 Nights Diamond Purse Valued at $3.8 Million

2011-02-26T12:48:00.005-05:00

We've all seen those websites that talk about extravagant and overpriced goodies with the person who has everything. And now, for a woman who has so much money that she doesn’t need to put any in her purse, the veteran jewelry firm, House of Mouawad, has created the 1001 Nights Diamond Purse which is valued at $3.8 million.Photo Credit: ReutersThe purse is such an oddity that the Guinness Book

Turquoise Jewelry Comes in Many Forms

2011-02-12T09:57:00.006-05:00

One gemstone which always seems to be in fashion is turquoise. It is noted for its use in Native American and South West jewelry designs, often fashioned in sterling silver. For thousands of years, turquoise has been highly valued and much sought after.A quick search on Google for turquoise jewelry will give you so many different results that your head will spin. Is all of this jewelry genuine

Karl Eisenberg talks to Collector's Weekly

2011-01-29T12:53:00.003-05:00

Collector's Weekly is a wonderful website that often has interviews with people in the antique collecting fields. I'm always interested when one of their latest subjects is someone connected with vintage jewelry.Karl Eisenberg, grandson of Jonas Eisenberg, of Eisenberg jewelry, recently talked to Collector's weekly. The interview is very information and full of information which will prove

Vintage Brooches - Different Ways to Wear them

2011-01-22T11:36:00.003-05:00

The first Lady, Michelle Obama, has a fondness for vintage brooches, which seems to have given them a come back in the world of fashion. They are certainly beautiful, but often an outfit can seem dated if they are worn in the traditional way.I thought it would be fun to think of other creative ways to wear brooches which will give this fashion choice a new lease on life and won't make you feel

Getting Engaged? Consider Vintage Diamond Rings

2011-01-22T11:18:00.003-05:00

Getting engaged can be one of the high points in a person's life. Are you ready to pop the question to your loved one? Or are you the loved one trying to decide what type of engagement ring might be your choice? Consider a vintage engagement ring.Many women have by now learned my little secret - there is nothing like vintage jewelry for quality and sentimentality. The main reasons that I