Last week, we defined vintage, a task that took an entire post! This week, we’ll get a little more specific about the distinct eras of vintage and antique jewelry. It would be so much easier if we talked about jewelry from the thirties, forties, etc., but no, instead we talk about eras: Victorian, Edwardian, Art…
You hear the word “vintage” thrown around, but what does it really mean? Some people thing it means antique, some think it means costume, some just think it means used. But what’s right? The reason for the confusion is that the word “vintage” is actually used in two ways. The first, and most common, definition…
So you’ve just inherited some vintage jewelry and you’re not sure if you should take it to a pawn shop in Northern Virginia or have it restored to wear yourself. While we at Loudoun Jewelry on Maple Avenue can help you with either option, we can also offer some advice to help you make the…
If animal prints are back in style, it stands to reason that animal jewelry is, too, especially if the items coming through Loudoun Jewelry on Maple Avenue are any indication. Jewelry in the shape of insects and animals has been worn by women since ancient times, so we’re going to say that fine animal jewelry…