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Ruby, spinel and other look-alikes - post 119
Part 2 of series on July's birthstone, the ruby. We take a further look at gems that might look like rubies and their relative importance and values. More tidbits.
Ruby, spinel and other look-alikes - post 119
Part 2 of series on July's birthstone, the ruby. We take a further look at gems that might look like rubies and their relative importance and values. More tidbits.

Antique Jewelry for Fathers Day (2) - post 166
#6067 Vintage Mercedes Benz diamond brooch. Our society seems to have mixed feelings about Father's Day.Do we take Father's Day seriously? Is Father's Day a sort of p.c. obligation? Is...
Antique Jewelry for Fathers Day (2) - post 166
#6067 Vintage Mercedes Benz diamond brooch. Our society seems to have mixed feelings about Father's Day.Do we take Father's Day seriously? Is Father's Day a sort of p.c. obligation? Is...

Antique Jewelry for Fathers Day - Post 21
Antique and vintage jewelry for Father's day. Why is Father's day important to us?
Antique Jewelry for Fathers Day - Post 21
Antique and vintage jewelry for Father's day. Why is Father's day important to us?

Antique and Vintage Ruby Jewelry - Introduction...
July's birthstone is the ruby. 1st of a series of 5 posts in which we talk about rubies, what to look for, what to beware of and other tidbits and...
Antique and Vintage Ruby Jewelry - Introduction...
July's birthstone is the ruby. 1st of a series of 5 posts in which we talk about rubies, what to look for, what to beware of and other tidbits and...

Pearl oddities and more – post 110
A little about unusual shaped pearls and pearl oddities. See previous posts for more pictures.
Pearl oddities and more – post 110
A little about unusual shaped pearls and pearl oddities. See previous posts for more pictures.

What to look for in a pearl – post 103
Factors that make pearls more valuable. What you should look for in antique pearl jewelry.
What to look for in a pearl – post 103
Factors that make pearls more valuable. What you should look for in antique pearl jewelry.