Ruby, carnelian, red jasper or hematite? Find out which Aries crystals suit the sign, how a zodiac stone differs from a birthstone and how to choose a jewelry gift.
A smooth dome with no facets — that’s a cabochon. Learn where the name comes from, how it differs from a faceted cut, the main types and how to choose cabochon jewelry.
Mom’s ring, Grandma’s brooch, a parent’s wedding band. How to wear and refresh inherited jewelry, where the superstitions come from and how to keep the family story alive.
Amethyst, aquamarine, labradorite or turquoise? Discover the Aquarius birthstone and zodiac stones, their meaning in tradition and silver jewelry gift ideas.
The silver anniversary marks 25 years of marriage. Ideas for what to give your wife, husband or parents, which symbols to choose and how to make a silver gift more personal.
Garnet, onyx, smoky quartz or malachite? Discover the Capricorn birthstone and zodiac stones, their meaning in tradition and elegant silver jewelry gift ideas.
Turquoise, topaz, citrine or lapis lazuli? Discover the Sagittarius birthstone and zodiac stones, their meaning in tradition and silver jewelry gift ideas.
Silver purity tells you how much pure silver is in the alloy — 925 means 925 parts per 1,000. Here’s what 999, 925, 875, 830 and 800 mean and which to choose for jewelry.
Butterfly or screw back, open ear wire or lever back? We explain the types of earring backs, how to recognize them and which to choose for each earring style.
Pinky, ring finger or index? Here’s which finger to wear a signet ring on, which hand to choose if you wear a wedding band, what it symbolizes and how to size it.
Which side does a brooch go on, and where should you pin it — blazer, coat, sweater or neckline? Tips on matching a brooch to the occasion, mistakes to avoid and silver brooch care.
