What Should I Look for When Buying Antique Engagement Rings to Ensure Authenticity and Quality?
Antique engagement rings are more than just beautiful pieces of jewelry—they’re symbols of enduring love, artistic craftsmanship, and often, rich history. But with their rising popularity, so too has the number of replicas, misrepresented items, and unverified pieces on the market. If you’re thinking about purchasing one, it’s essential to know how to separate the…
ericoriginals1ACES Gallery’s Online Spring Estates Auction on Sunday, April 27th at 1pm Eastern is Packed with Over 500 Quality Lots
Stamford, CT, USA, April 10, 2025 — An important 18th century French variegated marble-top centre table, a bronze statue of a panther by Anna Vaughan Hyatt Huntington (American, 1876-1973), and a watercolor on paper depicting boys on a pier by Reginald Marsh (American, 1898-1954) are a few expected top lots in ACES Gallery’s Spring Estates…
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Why Choose Antique Engagement Rings? A Romantic Journey Through Time
An engagement ring is more than just a piece of jewelry; it is a symbol of love, commitment, and timeless beauty. For those seeking something truly unique, antique engagement rings offer a rich history, exquisite craftsmanship, and a distinctive charm that modern designs often lack. Let’s take a journey through time to discover why antique…
The Iconic Jewelry of Taylor Swift: Statement Pieces That Define Trends
As Taylor Swift’s personal stylist and jewelry advisor, I’ve had the privilege of curating some of her most unforgettable red carpet looks. Taylor Swift is not just a global music icon; she is a fearless trendsetter who redefines luxury fashion and jewelry with every appearance. From the Met Gala to the Oscars, her jewelry choices…
salmansaiyedMiller & Miller’s Inaugural, Pre-1980 Sports Cards & Memorabilia Auction will be Held on January 25
New Hamburg, Ontario, Canada, January 9, 2025 — A complete, high-graded 1957 Topps Baseball 407-card set; a 1952 Topps #311 Mickey Mantle card PSA graded 1.5 FR; and a partial set (155 of 324) of 1951 Bowman baseball cards including Mickey Mantle’s highly sought after rookie card are just a few of the expected highlights…
Ahlers & Ogletree in Atlanta Concludes 2024 with Two Auctions, December 4th & 5th, That Combine to Gross Over $1 Million
Dec. 4th was a Modern Art & Design auction. Dec. 5th was a Jewelry, Watches & Luxury Accessories auction. Both were held online and live in the Atlanta gallery and grossed $999,823. Atlanta, GA, USA, December 13, 2024 — A Sam Maloof walnut and mixed wood “His” rocking chair sold for $20,570 and a 1997…
A Roycroft Three-Panel Screen will Headline MBA Seattle Auction House’s Dec. 5th Online-Only Auction
A Roycroft special hand-modeled leather panel screen, an exceptional vertical abstract painting by Gene Davis (American, 1920-1985), and a large three-piece blown glass suite by Dale Chihuly (Wash., b. 1941) are three lots to watch in MBA Seattle Auction House’s Holiday Northwest Luxuries & Fine Arts auction slated for Thursday, December 5th. The online-only auction…
How to Choose the Right Diamond Cut for Your Engagement Ring
One of the most crucial decisions you will make about choosing this classic emblem of love is the diamond cut to use for an engagement ring. The focal point of the ring is a diamond since its cut defines how it will reflect light and glitter, thereby influencing not just its general look and brilliance….
caratdiamondsItems from The Estate of The Late Basketball Superstar George McGinnis will be Sold November 30th
Indianapolis, IN, USA, November 16, 2024 — Items from the estate of George McGinnis (1950-2023) – an ABA and NBA Hall of Fame basketball player and one of Indiana’s most celebrated athletes – will come up for bid in an auction slated for Saturday, November 30th, starting at 3pm Eastern time, by Ripley Auctions, based…
Bvlgari, Hermes, Cartier, Tiffany, Rolex all Shine in Neue Auctions’ Property of A Gentleman Auction
A Bvlgari 18K white gold and pave diamonds Serpenti viper ring more than doubled its high estimate to finish at $11,685; an Hermes Ebene Clemence Birkin 42 shoulder bag realized $8,610; and a men’s Rolex Sea-Dweller Deep Sea wristwatch rang up $6,765 in Neue Auctions’ online-only Property of a Gentleman auction held on October 18th….