In this glossary I will focus on gemstone and costume jewelry. I hope you find this helpful in broadening your understanding making the collecting process that much more enjoyable.

Decorative art created to memorialize and commemorate death has been a part of Western culture for centuries. Mourning jewelry was made popular by Queen Victoria after her loss...

Definitions of gemstone and costume jewelry terms beginning with the letter "A".

Do you know what to do if you find an unwanted green coating on your jewelry? Read on....

From her family to her clients to her co-workers Sherri Duncan tells her story using vintage jewelry collecting as the medium. This divine hardcover book is dripping with superb examples of the best Vintage Costume jewelry available.....

What are the biggest differences between natural and cultured pearls? Read on...

Caring for your vintage costume jewelry is important to maintain its beauty. Read more from Jacqueline Rehmann's great advise for keeping your treasured beauties in tip top shape!

Collecting gemstones of all colors and types is a great hobby. Here are the best and safest methods to keep your gems gleaming!

Here is my review of Dale "Cougar" Armstrong's new book release "WIREWORK An Illustrated Guide to the Art of Wire Wrapping" Don't miss this one!

Getting that special piece of jewelry appraised can be expensive. You'd be surprised how much you can do yourself to see just what that piece is worth! Start here beginners!!