How to Choose a Top-Quality Pearl: Know Its Origin First
Do you ever find yourself drawn to a pearl with a brilliant golden sheen or a mysterious, deep black luster? These gems,…
Welcome to the All Posts Archive for Peony Jewels! Every piece of jewelry has a story, and each article here shares a part of ours — from gemstone guides and jewelry care tips to styling inspiration that brings your vintage treasures to life. Feeling inspired already? Explore our handmade vintage earrings and discover a piece that speaks to you.
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Buyer’s Guide｜Real or Synthetic Sapphire? How to Spot the Difference Without a Microscope
Introduction: The Allure and the Trap of Sapphires Sapphires, members of the corundum family with a hardness of 9 (second only to…
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The Ultimate Guide to Judging Jewelry Setting Quality
An Insider’s Guide to the Craftsmanship Behind the Sparkle More and more people are buying loose stones to create handmade vintage earrings…
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The Ultimate Guide to the 4Cs of Diamonds: Finding Your Perfect Engagement Ring
When it comes to diamonds, you have to deal with all those intimidating grading parameters. The 4Cs of diamonds explain why two…
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June Birthstone: Can the Legendary Moonstone Really Predict the Future? Tiffany and Dior Have Used It Too!
Moonstone, the enchanting June birthstone, has inspired myths, art, and high jewelry design for centuries. Known for its ethereal blue glow, it…
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Purple South Red? A Rare Review of “Baoshan Ice Purple”
Introduction: Why I Conducted This Self-Funded Review Several years ago, a type of purple agate, marketed as “Baoshan Ice Purple”, appeared on…
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Pigeon’s Blood? Royal Red? Understanding Six Major Ruby Grading Systems
If diamonds are forever, rubies are passion. For centuries, rubies have symbolized vitality, love, and strength and no other gemstone evokes such…
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Are Irradiated Gemstones Safe? Everything You Need to Know About Radiation in Jewelry
IntroductionEvery now and then, questions like “Are irradiated gemstones safe?” pop up on jewelry forums and in news articles. Many readers worry:…
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Amethyst—The Aristocratic Beauty in Everyday Life
Handmade Amethyst Jewelry is one of the most affordable yet elegant choices among colored gemstones. Amethyst’s rich purple color has long captured…
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Emerald Buying Guide: 10 Essential Questions About Color, Origin, Cut, and Care
Emeralds have long been admired as the “king of gemstones,” cherished for their captivating green hue that symbolizes life and renewal. Yet,…
