Carole Richbourg, GG, FGA, ASA, Master Gemologist Appraiser® is an independent jewelry appraiser serving the Silicon Valley. A full-time appraiser since 1989, she has over forty years of broad experience in the jewelry industry. [Article a..

Carole Richbourg, GG, FGA, ASA, Master Gemologist Appraiser® is an independent jewelry appraiser serving the Silicon Valley. A full-time appraiser since 1989, she has over forty years of broad experience in the jewelry industry. [Article adapted..

Dear Friends of Kerns, As I have been at home this week with Covid, I have had a little extra time on my hands. I thought I’d write this note of apology, which will hopefully keep you coming into Kerns and feeling optimistic about attaining th..

Have you ever wondered who created the concept of birthstones? I have. According to IGS, the International Gem Society, birthstones date all the way back to biblical times. It wasn’t until the first century that historian Josephus believed ..

From the runway to the club scene, and even daytime TV, you will find the popular paperclip link necklace everywhere. Now a hot street look, it's time to discuss how this beautiful gold link can be worn. No, it’s not exactly a paperclip ..

Reinvent your diamond, pearl or colored stone stud earrings with fabulous earring jackets! What is a jacket? It is an enhancer that encircles, frames or accents your solitaire stud. While some simply add a flair of style, others enhance the size o..

For over 100 years, Buccellati jewelry has amazed jewelry connoisseurs with their hand texturing and attention to detail. Lucrezia Buccellati, co-creative director and ambassador for Buccellati, is the great granddaughter Mario Buccellati, the gentle..