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Sapphire, Emerald or Colored Glass? 5 Tips to Identify a Real Gemstone

Before you book a formal appraisal, you can already observe key indicators: inclusions, brilliance, scratches, temperature… But only a professional can confirm whether it’s a sapphire, emerald, or ...

Buying Antique Jewelry Online: 6 Mistakes to Avoid

Buying antique jewelry online can be a magical experience: finding a unique piece, steeped in history, and having it delivered to your home is a 21st-century privilege. But be careful: the antique ...

Where to Buy Antique Jewelry in Paris: The Best Gifts to Bring Home

Looking for an elegant souvenir from your trip to Paris? Forget the Eiffel Tower keychains—bring back a piece of history with antique jewelry. Whether you're buying for a loved one or yourself, Par...

Best Jewelry Gift Ideas for a Baptism, First Communion or Confirmation

Giving a piece of antique jewelry for a religious or secular ceremony is a meaningful tradition. Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation, or civil ceremony: each event deserves a carefully chosen pi...

Inherited or Flea Market Find: How to Estimate the Value of Your Antique Jewelry

Do you own an antique piece of jewelry you inherited or found at a flea market and are wondering how much it's worth? Estimating the value of an antique piece of jewelry is based on several essent...

Synthetic vs natural sapphires: key differences you should know!

Sapphire is one of the most prized gemstones for its color and rarity. However, not all sapphires are mined from nature: there are also synthetic sapphires, created by man in a laboratory. So, what...

How to read antique jewelry hallmarks and understand their value ?

If you own a piece of antique jewelry or are considering purchasing one, one of the first things you should do is look for a hallmark . This small, often discreet, marking can reveal a lot of infor...

Antique vs. Vintage Jewelry: Key Differences and How to Identify Each

When shopping for secondhand jewelry, it's common to see the terms "antique" and "vintage" used as if they mean the same thing. But in the world of jewelry, these two labels have distinct meanings....

Silver, platinum, or gold plating? Learn how to identify the metals in your jewelry

When you buy or inherit an antique jewel, it's essential to identify the precious metal it's made of silver, platinum, or simply plated metal? Knowing the difference can save you from disappointme...

Antique watch rings, the must have

Watch rings, an ingenious piece of jewelry Jewelry has always been more than just ornaments. It tells a story, embodies social status, or even conceals closely guarded secrets. Among these fasci...

Maison Mohs at the Chatou Fair

Find Maison Mohs at the Chatou Fair from March 7 to 16, 2025, stand 60 rue Oberkampf. An unmissable event for art and antiques lovers!

Where to buy antique regional jewelry in Paris?

Regional jewelry includes antique jewelry from the regions of France, emblematic of a time when traditional costumes were accompanied by jewelry. Among these typical 19th century jewel...