Dover Jewelry Blog

May 13, 2014

The Aesthetic Period in Antique Jewelry

The Aesthetic period in antique jewelry (encompassing the years 1880–1901 can be defined as one founded on the rejection of the previous two phases of Queen Victoria’s reign. It was a reaction to disillusionment with fashions and furnishings and a search for a way to move out of the conventions of the past, towards more refinement in engagement […]

May 12, 2014

Consider A Jewelry Appraisal For Your Most Valued Pieces

Insurance policies are recognizing assets such as fine jewelry, art, wine, antiques and classic cars as an asset class in their own right, so a professional jewelry appraisal becomes necessary to protect your most valuable antique jewelry pieces and collections and value them for a fair and accurate price. A jewelry appraisal involves two primary […]

May 9, 2014

Ruby Engagement Rings – Bold Engagement Ring Choices For This Season

More than ever, women feel the need to be unique and express their individuality putting the traditional colorless diamond engagement rings to the side and going for more natural fancy colored diamonds or ruby engagement rings. From royalty to celebrities to your every-day-bride, the beloved red stone is replacing some of its colorless diamond counterparts. […]

May 9, 2014

Antique Jewelry Online – Dazzle your Mom with These Last-Minute Jewelry Gifts

Mother’s day is getting closer, and to celebrate this special day, we are knocking off 10% on any jewelry piece from our antique jewelry online store. Surprise your mother with a great selection of estate, antique and vintage jewelry gift ideas, our exclusive gift wrapping service and the usual reliable payment and shipping options. If […]

May 8, 2014

The Grand Period in Antique Jewelry

When exploring the history of antique jewelry, a good starting point will always be the reign of Queen Victoria (1837 – 1901). The Victorian era, spanning the last two thirds of the 19th century, was a time of epic romances, extreme tragedies and great economic prosperity, all aspects that influenced artistic expressions like jewelry, especially […]

May 7, 2014

Engagement Rings – Two Tone Engagement Rings

For many people, choosing between yellow gold for their engagement rings and platinum or white gold can prove to be quite a difficult decision to make. However, the simplest solution to this quandary is two tone engagement rings. The two tone contrast can bring together the best of both white gold or platinum and yellow […]

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