Blogging for jewelers and metalsmiths made easy! (and for those interested in jewelry and gemstones)

The Historic Manning House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places – this elegant mansion in downtown Tucson is one of the most beautiful venues in the area. The show this year was there first show under their own name and while they weren’t jammed with vendors it was an upscale group of […]

I found a pearl dealer with DEEP stock – you do have to order from Hong Kong (I asked if they needed a US agent – HA!). Taiwoo Pearl is out of Hong Kong and carries pearls in a variety of price points, colors and varieties. From their $1 per strand – by the hank… […]

So – all the big shows have closed and we are waiting for the opening of the Tucson Gem & Mineral Show at the Tucson Convention Center…are there any show still open? If you are in Tucson or are trying to plan for next year…YES!!! There are a number of shows that are still open […]

“Colored Gemstones in Antique Jewelry” with Diana Jarrett, G.G., RMV. Diana Jarrett has written articles for most of the trade publications and is a respected gemologist and appraiser. She recently updated the book “Cameos: Old & New” byAnna Miller, G.G. RMV. Following the recent passing of Ms. Miller the publisher sought to update the information […]