November birthdays come with a particularly warm and colorful pairing of gemstones: topaz and citrine. From golden yellows and fiery oranges to cool blues and delicate pinks, these two stones...
October is one of the rare months that gets not one, but two beautiful birthstones to celebrate: opal and tourmaline. Both gemstones are known for remarkable color, individuality, and a...
With the right combination of quality materials, distinctive design, and personal significance, there are plenty of jewelry gift ideas under $1,000 that can feel luxurious while remaining within a practical...
Vintage heirloom jewelry carries more than beauty and monetary value. A ring, necklace, bracelet, or pair of earrings passed down through a family can preserve memories, craftsmanship, and history that...
A custom engagement ring offers the opportunity to create something that reflects your partner’s personality, lifestyle, and individual sense of style. However, because every element can be selected or designed...
Learning how to choose an engagement ring becomes easier when you focus on your partner rather than current trends alone. By paying attention to their personality, daily routine, favorite jewelry,...
From durable 10K gold to soft, high-purity 24K gold, each type requires a slightly different cleaning and storage routine. In this guide, we will explain how to clean and care...
The key to successful vintage jewelry restoration is understanding that older jewelry should not always look brand new. In many cases, the goal is to clean, stabilize, repair, and protect...
Art Deco era jewelry remains one of the most recognizable and beloved styles in the world of fine and vintage jewelry. Known for its bold geometry, crisp symmetry, elegant materials,...
Mid-century modern jewelry is one of the most recognizable and collectible styles in vintage jewelry. Defined by clean lines, sculptural forms, bold yellow gold, and a balance of organic and...
Custom luxury jewelry offers the ability to create a completely unique piece that is tailored to individual preferences—crafted with intention rather than pulled from a display case. At Trabert Goldsmiths,...
Mixed metal jewelry allows you to honor heirlooms while still enjoying contemporary pieces. Our designers regularly build custom stacks for engagement rings, wedding bands, and right-hand rings that bridge generations...
A prong setting (also called a claw setting) uses three to eight small metal projections to grip a gemstone at or just above the girdle, suspending it gracefully above the...
The term art nouveau—French for “new art”—emerged in the 1890s to describe a deliberate attempt to break free from the imitative historicism that had dominated the decorative arts throughout the...
Retro era jewelry, spanning the 1930s to the 1950s, is celebrated for its bold, glamorous designs and distinctive use of multi-colored golds, including yellow, rose, and green hues. Retro jewelry...
Georgian era jewelry, crafted roughly between 1714 and 1837, represents the earliest period of what collectors call “true antique” jewelry. These pieces carry the soft glow of rose cut diamonds,...
