A Quick Look at Platinum Metal History
Today, we take for granted that platinum is a coveted precious metal. But how long have we actually known this? Only since 1751 — a
Today, we take for granted that platinum is a coveted precious metal. But how long have we actually known this? Only since 1751 — a
Let’s go back to the Emerald City of Oz and forget about clicking the heels of our ruby slippers. Let’s click our emerald slippers instead
HAPPY EARTH DAY! It’s the perfect time to talk about the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), a non-profit with headquarters in London, England. RJC focuses on
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“Aquamarine happens to be one of the most popular gemstones of them all.” Most Americans choose blue as their favorite color. So it’s no
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Do you know how much palladium costs per ounce? If you answered “no,” you’re like most of us. It’s not a big a part of
Romancing the Stone Try to imagine a world without stories. You can’t? Join the club. Stories shape everything we experience, learn and imagine. We love
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Years ago while living in Toronto, my husband and I took long walks often passing an antique store that carried Chinese art. One evening, we