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In this four part series we will look at the Carat, Color, Clarity and Cut of diamonds. This first in the series will be all about Carat.   Diamond Carat measures the weight of a diamond. A metric carat is defined as 200 milligrams. 3.05 Carat VS1 Center Diamond Ring A carat is divided into […]

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Staff Picks: July 2018

July 31, 2018 9:53 pm

This month’s Staff Picks include fine art, silver, and beautiful jewelry for men and women. Read on to learn more about our staff’s favorite items for this month! Oval Opal and Diamond Pendant The opal pendant is staff member Vida’s choice for this month. “This pendant has an arresting myriad of colors, it is so […]

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Staff Picks: June 2018

June 28, 2018 4:57 pm

This month’s Staff Picks include fine art, furniture and more! Read on to learn more about what our staff are loving this month! Frank Caldwell, Boats in the Channel This painting by Frank Caldwell is staff member Kathy’s choice for this month. “This California artist was born in 1911. He was involved in the entertainment […]

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Staff Picks: May 2018

May 31, 2018 6:01 pm

This month’s Staff Picks from our sales team include beautiful jewelry, stunning furniture, and memorable fine art. Read on to find out what we’re loving this month! Estate Mahogany Walnut French Style Demilune Tall Chest Michael’s choice for this month is the demilune chest. “Although this is not a true antique, it is a visually […]

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Staff Picks: April 2018

May 1, 2018 10:51 pm

This month’s Staff Picks include fine art from artists Erté, Joe Mancuso and Don Weller, as well as two beautiful pieces of jewelry. Read on to learn more about what our staff are loving this month! Erté, Morning Day Michael’s choice for April is a lithograph by famed artist Erté entitled Morning Day. “The Art Deco […]

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