Nalin Singapuri

The Jewelry of Ancient Egypt

As the Egyptians valued personal adornment, all of the men and women, and even their Holy statues were always beautifully decorated with pieces of jewelry: necklaces, bracelets, earrings, collars, rings, armbands,...

Jewelry of the Roman Empire

By Nalin Singapuri

Ancient Rome is well endowed with a history decked in fame for its complex jewelry designs and their use of a vast variety of materials, specifically gems from all shades of...

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A Brief History of Renaissance Jewelry

Covered here is some of the history that begat this explosion of fashion, Renaissance jewelry trends, typical styles, and types of jewelry popular during the Renaissance, and a few of our designs. We hope...

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The Jewelry of Ancient Greece

By Nalin Singapuri

It’s no secret that Ancient Greek jewelry is beautiful in a dazzling, hypnotizing way. Without doing much, it takes us to a time where jewelry and accessories told their very...

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Victorian Jewelry, For the Queen in You

Victorian style jewelry is a timeless classic that is highly valued amongst the elites due to its unique craftsmanship and quality. Take a gander at our guide to Victorian jewelry which will help...

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A Journey Through Byzantine Jewelry

By Charlotte Moy

The Byzantine Empire began in 330 when Constantine the Great (r. 306-337) founded Constantinople (today Istanbul), establishing it as the capital of the Byzantium, also...

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Victorian Jewelry, For the Queen in You

By Nalin Singapuri

Jewelry is a chic accessory that has been one of the most popular gifts of all time! The reason being, it highlights one's personality, prestige,...

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The Ins and Outs of Art Nouveau Jewelry

By Mark Nielsen

There is no question that the Art Nouveau style of jewelry is definitely unique and appealing. It definitely left its mark on the jewelry industry...

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Inside a Tian-Tsui Trunkshow

By Nalin Singapuri

Tian-tsui is a lost technique. It's magnificent blue Chinese silver jewelry - the color is derived from a kingfisher feather overlay. Feathers were meticulously cut and glued...

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The Museletter: November 2019

By Nalin Singapuri

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The MuseLetter: August 2019

By Nalin Singapuri

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Memory Lane - Shashi Inc.

By Nalin Singapuri

1964 The Museum of Jewelry was born in 1964. Shashi Singapuri was an employee of Eastern Airlines with $700 and an idea. He bought antiques in...

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