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09 Apr
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Yellow Diamonds: Sunshine in Stone

Posted by author-avatar Vittori
9 April 2026
Yellow diamonds—often called canary diamonds—are among the most captivating coloured gemstones in the world. Their warm glow ranges fro...
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Art Deco Emerald Green Paste Halo Ring 9ct Gold Silver Antique 1920s Cluster Ring 4
26 Mar
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Costume Luxe: The Art of Imitation in Victorian & Art Deco Jewellery

Posted by author-avatar Vittori
26 March 2026
Costume luxe is one of jewellery history’s most fascinating contradictions—pieces designed to imitate the finest gemstones and precious...
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Parti Bi Colour Teal Sapphire Halo Ring 3
26 Mar
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Parti-Sapphires: Nature’s Most Unique Sapphires

Posted by author-avatar Vittori
26 March 2026
Parti-sapphires are among the most fascinating and visually distinctive gemstones in the world. Unlike traditional sapphires that displ...
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large blue sapphire
19 Mar
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The Most Famous Large Blue Sapphires in the World

Posted by author-avatar Vittori
19 March 2026
The Star of Adam (1,404 carats) Widely regarded as the largest blue star sapphire ever discovered, the Star of Adam wei...
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Shades of blue sapphire colour grading
12 Mar
Gemstone Discoveries

Sapphire Colour & Grading

Posted by author-avatar Vittori
12 March 2026
Sapphires have captivated jewellers and collectors for centuries, admired not only for their durability but also for their extraordinar...
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alternative diamonds in vintage jewellery
22 Jul
Gemstone Discoveries

Alternative Diamonds: The Gemstones That Sparkle Without the Price Tag

Posted by author-avatar Vittori
15 September 2025
Diamonds may be forever, but they’re no longer the only option. From vintage jewellery lovers to modern romantics, more people are turn...
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Natural Blue Sapphire Floral Vine Solid Silver Ring 2
16 Jun
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The Timeless Beauty of Blue Sapphires in Jewellery

Posted by author-avatar Vittori
15 September 2025
For centuries, blue sapphires have captured the human imagination with their velvety depth and royal allure. From ancient civilisations...
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Art Deco Silver Bull Brooch + Ruby Eyes Hallmark London 1935 7
16 May
Gemstone Discoveries

The History of Rubies in Jewellery: A Legacy of Passion and Prestige

Posted by author-avatar Vittori
15 September 2025
From ancient civilisations to Art Deco masterpieces, rubies have long held a place of honour in the world of jewellery. Their rich red ...
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Vintage Large Blue Sapphire Ring & zircon in 9K Yellow Gold London 1970 8
06 May
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Zircon: The Sparkling Gemstone Often Mistaken for a Diamond

Posted by author-avatar Vittori
15 September 2025
Zircon is a fascinating and often misunderstood gemstone that has long captivated gem lovers with its dazzling brilliance and rainbow-l...
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Vintage Indicolite Blue Tourmaline & Verdelite Halo Silver Gold Ring
02 May
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Indicolite & Verdelite Tourmalines: Rare Jewels in Vintage Jewellery

Posted by author-avatar Vittori
15 September 2025
Tourmalines are some of the most diverse and fascinating gemstones found in vintage jewellery, prized for their extraordinary range of ...
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