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The Silvio Ancora’s Class

Published on January 8, 2024

Silvio Ancora, anello con quarzo naturale incassato in pavé di zaffiri multicolori e diamanti. Copyright: gioiellis.com

Jewelry by Ancora Gioielli, made in his goldsmith workshop in Valenza ♦ ︎

Since 1989 Silvio Ancora (the name is pronounced with the accent on “a”) works in his laboratory in Valenza. Do you know him? Difficult if you are not in the industry, if you do not work for some great brand that has had the opportunity to work with him, if you have not commissioned a custom jewel. Because Silvio Ancora’s peculiarity is to work again as a time, with methods and skills that are part of tradition and are taught on the field.

Anello Dream con rubino, zaffiri e diamanti. Copyright: gioiellis.com — Dream ring with ruby, sapphires and diamonds. Copyright: gioiellis.com

A fairly narrow field, in fact, because the jewels offered by the small Maison are of high-end, with the use of gold and precious stones or precious stones. The style is Italian, classic forms combined with some fancy flying, but without exceeding in extravagance. Here are some examples of his work.

Anello Petals con acquamarina e zaffiri blu. Copyright: gioiellis.com — Petals ring with aquamarine and blue sapphires. Copyright: gioiellis.com

Anello con quarzo, zaffiri e diamanti. Copyright: gioiellis.com — Ring with quartz, sapphires and diamonds. Copyright: gioiellis.com

Anello in oro bianco con pavé di diamanti e zaffiro blu — White gold ring with pavé diamonds and blue sapphire

Anello in oro bianco, ametista, topazio, quarzo — Ring in white gold, amethyst, topaz, quartz

Orecchini in oro, tormaline, diamanti — Gold earrings, tourmalines, diamonds

How to behave in a jewelry store

Published on December 20, 2023

Campus

L'interno della boutique di Van Cleef & Arpels

Do you want to buy a jewel? Know that jewelers judge your behavior and may be more or less available. Here’s what not to do when you enter a jewelery store ♦

What a jeweler thinks of you when you go into his store? You must know it: it’s important. Often between customer and jeweler there is a relationship that lasts for years: the engagement ring, the watch as a gift, the necklace for wedding anniversary… But, as with all businesses, even a good relationship may fall apart. A jewelry salesman does his job, and you have to do yours. So, you must remind what the jeweler wants from you. These six points summarize what is expected from you.

La boutique Repossi, a Parigi — The Repossi boutique, in Paris

1 Even if the jeweler has a friendly relationship with you, do not forget it’s anyway a commercial activity. At the end of the day the jeweler look at what he earned. So, do not take the jeweler for a consultant or expert to consult casually. Many, for example, get into a store to ask for a value on a jewel that, maybe, they want to sell. It is not an attitude pleasing to the jeweler, unless he sold you that piece. Bring into the store a ring or a necklace purchased elsewhere may be fine once, if you are regular customers, but no more. Probably your jeweler has a same item you are asking to evaluate: showing a competitor’s product may irritate him.

Non sottovalutate l'esperienza — Don’t underestimate the experience

2 The jeweler seeks to identify customer’s financial resources and on this basis propose rings, necklaces or earrings that can satisfy the needs. If he is a good professional, he’ll be able to offer a good price too. In return, however, he expects loyalty from the customer. It may be benefit for both parties.

L'interno di Harry Winston, a New York — The interior of Harry Winston, New York

3 Certainly, those who buy a jewel is not a jeweler or a gemologist. But jewelers are bothered by the complete ignorance on the subject. They will be ready to explain the characteristics of an object that you like and why its price. In return they expect the customer to understand why a piece of jewelry is more expensive than another, or more simple differences between different diamonds (of course, reading here helps you ). Then, if the client has some knowledge of basic the jeweler is more positive and, perhaps, more flexible about the price.

4 Regarding the price: when you look at a price tag, keep in mind how much it costs to set a warehouse, buy gold, precious stones, conceive original jewelry, charge the craftsmen for manufacturing. Manage a jewelry store, especially small ones, is a substantial investment in terms of capital equipment, that it is there in the form of rings and necklaces. The jeweler expects you to realize that keeping a store of precious is not how to run a bakery.

5 Before getting into a jewelry store is good to be clear how much you are willing to spend. An uncertain idea about financial resources makes difficult for the jeweler, determine what is the most suitable product for you. In any case, aimless expect high quality jewelry on a budget too low.

6 The jewels are delicate and wear and tear. Necklaces, rings and bracelets needs regular maintenance and cleaning. Most jewelers cleans what you bought in their store for free. Others even offer a warranty on their products. But you must not believe that the jewels can last forever. It is not said. Household chores or every day life can ruin your jewels. And even a diamond, in certain conditions, may deteriorate. Do not blame your jeweler.

Gioielleria a Shanghai — Jewelry store in Shanghai

How to choose a vintage jewel

Published on January 9, 2023

Campus

Spilla art déco con smeraldi e diamanti, circa 1920

How to choose an old-fashioned, vintage or antique jewel? This quick guide explains how to find the one that’s right for you ♦

Do you like vintage jewelry? Or do you prefer the ancient ones (attention: there is a difference)? But are you sure that what you are about to buy are not simply jewels that have been used for a few years? It is not easy to distinguish the genres, yet it is necessary to avoid being fooled by bad sellers. Nor is it easy to get exactly the period, vintage or antique jewel you want. In fact, definitions such as period jewelery, vintage and antique are often used incorrectly and only serve to confuse the ideas of those who buy. Then there are also words such as “heritage” or “estate” which can complicate the choice even more. Find out the differences between the jewels of the past and take these five tips into account before you shop.

Spilla per cappello con diamanti di Oscar Massin, seconda metà dell'Ottocento — Spilla per cappello con diamanti di Oscar Massin, seconda metà dell’Ottocento

1 Locate the style

To properly choose a vintage jewel or antique, you must start from a simple consideration: all that is not new is been used. But, of course, a 200 years old ring has a value other than a jewel that is ten years old. The first step is, therefore, define what age is a gem. If you are not expert in jewelry history, you can search through the internet (maybe see gioiellis.com) of the reference points or the jewels that look like what you want to buy. In this way, one can determine the age of the jewel to an accuracy of 10-20 years. It is already a good result. For example, two styles that have influenced for a long time the world of jewelry are the Art Nouveau, which in Italy is also called Liberty (1900-1925) and the Art Deco (about 1925-1940). Even the sites of auction houses such as Sotheby’s or Christie’s can help you because they keep images of jewelry that have a certain date.

Bracciale e anello con granati, fine Ottocento

2 Antique Fakes

Often they find jewelry made now, but inspired by the past and are sold in an ambiguous way as if they were ancient. The Art Deco style, for example, is back in fashion for some years and many jewelers have started to produce jewelry in this style. And an unreliable dealer might try to sell a new cameo, like an antique, like a vintage jewel, when in fact it is only a reproduction of an antique piece. Fortunately, find out if a jewel has a story is usually quite simple: just look the ring, necklace o bracelet very carefully, perhaps by using a magnifying glass or simple glasses. A jewel that has many years has almost certainly of little marks on the metal, sometimes even scratches on the stones, which indicate its use.

Collana con opale nero e gemme degli anni Quaranta, collezione Lineberry, venduta da Sotheby's — Collana con opale nero e gemme degli anni Quaranta, collezione Lineberry, venduta da Sotheby’s

3 Second hand

A used jewel isn’t sure an old, antique or vintage piece: simply was used before. Maybe very little: there are examples of the jewels not very used. This is the case, for example, of rings received as a gift but which have never been worn because they do not like, or (it happens) of engagement rings which return to the jeweler after which the torque ratio is broken. Of course, in this case, it is not a vintage jewel, but contemporary.

Spilla anni Sessanta in oro, platino e diamanti

4 Vintage jewelry

A piece of jewelry is vintage if is at least 20-30 years. In practice, if a jewel was built before 1980 it can be considered vintage. Vintage is a term used in English and French to indicate the same thing. But this word is also a generic definition: can be defined in this way also a jewel in Art Deco style of the thirties, though, of course, is more appropriate to define precisely the period in which the piece was made. So if the seller simply defines as vintage and antique jewel, turn on your antennas and observe better.

Bracciale vintage con bachelite, oro, citrini

5 Ancient Jewels

When you can define an ancient jewel? There is no precise date, however, is generally considered as an ancient jewel that is over a hundred years. Of course, to define how old a gem you need some evidence, which lays down the date on which it was created. Attention to defining “old style”, which simply means that this jewel is an imitation. A jewel of the Belle Epoque has not necessarily been made in the nineteenth century, but it may indicate that reproduces the style.

Paure con diamanti e smeraldi, circa 1770

Spilla di TIffany, in platino, diamanti, corallo e onice — Spilla di TIffany in platino, diamanti, corallo e onice Art Deco

Spilla-anello Art Deco con diamanti e zaffiri. Stima: 10.000 dollari — Spilla-anello Art Deco con diamanti e zaffiri

Spilla Art Nouveau in oro 18 carati e diamanti

Orecchini art déco con tormalina verde e diamanti

How to choose an engagement ring

Published on October 10, 2021

Campus

Mr Big regala l'anello con diamante nero a Carrie Bradshaw in «Sex and the City»

What is the right time to buy an engagement ring? Read these six tips before choosing an engagement ring ♦

When is the best time to buy an engagement ring? It depends. There are several factors to take into account before to buy an engagement ring. One such factors is the time. The purchase is a choice that should be taken after thinking well: the engagement ring is not a whatever jewel and probably will be cherished and worn throughout life by the receiver. Here are six aspects to consider.

1 When do you give an engagement ring as a gift?
2 The 10 etiquette rules for the engagement ring
3 How to choose the engagement ring
4 Engagement ring: 5 things to know
5 Women dissatisfied with the engagement ring
6 Women willing to pay for their engagement ring
7 Colored Engagement Rings

L'offerta dell'anello — The offer of the engagement ring

1 No rush
The first consideration, which also applies to other items that involve considerable expense, is that haste produces bad advice. Unless you are very lucky, choosing a ring at first glance is often the worst idea. Two months of scouting are recommended to be able to look for the right ring: compare the prices and models offered by different jewelers. And if you want to stay updated on the news, be sure to follow gioiellis.com.

Anello in oro bianco 18 carati e diamante — 18K white gold and diamond ring by Maison Dauphin

2 Take the time to compare prices and models
Fortunately, the Internet allows you to consult who can provide information on models, prices and characteristics of the rings (we are talking about gioiellis.com of course) without leaving home. So, use the web to get an idea. But beware: nothing can replace the impression in the real world. A ring that looks wonderful in a photo may turn out to be less attractive when viewed up close. In any case, many jewelry companies also offer an online sales service: ideal for getting an idea of the models and prices of the rings. Today the classic solitaire in white gold with four prongs and a diamond is no longer mandatory. Variations on the theme can also be chosen.

Anello solitario della collezione Maria Teresa — White gold solitaire ring with diamond from the Maria Teresa by Recarlo collection

3 Choose the right month
When it comes to engagement, the hot season is the cold one, that is, between November and March. Weddings, on the other hand, are celebrated more often in the warm months, from spring to autumn. It is obvious that jewelers are well aware of this cyclical trend and tend to keep prices higher in the months when there is greater demand. That said, no engagement should be postponed to wait for the most convenient month. Take this into consideration.

Messika, anello della collezione Move — Messika, ring from the Move collection

4 Keep in mind the delays
Do not think that a jeweler has all the measures and all the models of a ring: there are variables such as the circumference, or the weight of the diamond. It may take some time before delivery of the selected jewelry. Another good reason not to choose the ring at the last moment.

Shopping da Tiffany — Shopping for rings at Tiffany’s

5 Do not believe the balances
There are jewelers or online companies trying to entice customers with amazing offers and discounts. Do not fall into the trap: if a ring is of good quality it is not sold at a discount. There are no sales in the jewelry of a certain level. Although, of course, large jewelry companies may have an interest in emptying the shelves of a particular collection that needs to be replaced. In that case, the jewelry may be offered at a lower price. But that’s not what happens often. Indeed, the most fortunate and successful collections tend to have stable or rising prices.

Anello in oro bianco e diamanti di Damiani — White gold and diamond ring by Damiani

6 Take the time to read the instructions
Yes, the jewelry may have instructions. Or, rather, a description. A diamond ring will also have a certificate describing the quality of the stone. Given that 90% of the cost of a ring is determined by the type of diamond that mounts, it is good to spend a few minutes to read the certificate of authenticity, which also shows the features that are not seen with the naked eye. They are the ones that determine the price of a stone, and therefore, its value. You do not know how to decipher codes G, H or Vs1? Please print driving fast you find here. And good luck!

Anello solitario in oro rosa con diamante taglio pera — Rose gold solitaire ring with pear cut diamond by Jade Trau

The 6 things to ask before buying a jewel

Published on January 4, 2021

Campus/Rings

Here are 6 things to ask your jeweler before buying jewelry. You will surprise him ♦ ︎

Do you need to buy a jewel to give as a gift? For example, a ring with the classic diamond, or with another precious stone? Are you worried? Of course, you can ask your jeweler for advice. But have you ever met a farmer who doesn’t say his pears are the best? In short, it is obvious that a jeweler does not underline the possible defects of a jewel, but he tends to highlight its merits. So, if you have yet to buy jewelry with an expensive stone, read this article first: it will advise you what to ask for when you are in jewelry.

Unfortunately it happens, in fact, that in good or bad faith, misunderstandings, wrong choices, or even scams can occur even in jewelry.

Most jewelers will not try to cheat you, because they know that guaranteeing transparency and quality also means winning over a customer, who will come back to him. But, unfortunately, in rare cases the opposite happens. Also because the jeweler starts from an assumption: you don’t understand anything about jewels and he can tell you what he wants without fear. And if you don’t usually read what we write on gioiellis.com you could be right.

1 Is the price right?

Let’s start with the price: small diamonds, or small precious stones such as rubies, sapphires and emeralds, under 1,000 euros or dollars are very rarely of high quality. And that’s precisely why they don’t cost much. Of course, who will notice if a small diamond is classified as color E or F? Virtually none. However, asking the jeweler for the certificate certifying the classification of the stone can make it clear to the jeweler that you are not exactly inexperienced. Diamonds, in particular, must have a certificate that guarantees their weight and quality. That’s a good place to start. Of course, first read this article which explains what is important to judge a diamond.

2 Beware of diamonds

So, if you have read our quick guide on diamonds you will also know what to observe. For example, any inclusions in the stone, or the color. Don’t be afraid to ask for a lens to be able to better observe the jewel, of course if it is a piece that has a certain price. A tip: in the case of a diamond ring, the defects are usually hidden at the bottom, for example where the prongs that hold the stone are located.

3 The hidden part

Looking where you don’t usually look is the third important thing. Look carefully at the lower part, the less visible part of a jewel, not only in the case of a ring, but also of a necklace or bracelet. For these two types of jewelry, for example, it is good to carefully check the closure system: it must be sturdy, but elegant, to allow you to fasten or unfasten the jewel with ease, but without the fear of it accidentally opening. In short, the quality of a jewel must be impeccable even in the invisible parts.

Anello in oro con pietre che compongono la parola Damiani

4 Look for the numbers

Another aspect to check: the engraving (punching) that identifies the type of metal used, usually expressed in thousandths. For example, 999 is used for pure silver, while 925S stands for sterling silver, that is 92.5% pure, while the remaining 7.5% is copper. Plat or Pt is instead the acronym that identifies platinum: also here 999 means that the metal is pure. Also for gold, pay attention to the numbers: for example, 750 means it is 18-karat gold, 585 means 14-karat gold, 375 9-karat gold, the least precious alloy of all. This is also important because it indicates that the jewel is composed of other metals, for example nickel (for vintage jewelry), which can cause allergies.

All'interno dell'anello in argento è visibile la punzonatura con il 925 — All’interno dell’anello in argento è visibile la punzonatura con il 925

5 The color trick

To improve the appearance of the jewel, manufacturers use many tricks (usually legitimate). One of them is to associate a colored metal with a stone of a similar color. For example, a rose gold ring will make the color stand out more than a simple rose quartz. A brown diamond, which is the least valuable type, may appear more lemon-colored, therefore more expensive, if it is set in a yellow gold ring. So, pay attention to the combinations. Another trick to making jewelry more desirable is to combine different stones or materials in layers. For example, increase the volume of a cabochon by inserting a layer of mother-of-pearl or a less precious gem under the stone. It can be done legitimately, but it is correct that it is communicated to those who buy the jewel.

Anello della collezione Wired in oro con calcedonio rosa e diamanti bianchi — Roule & Co, anello della collezione Wired in oro con calcedonio rosa e diamanti bianchi

6 Prongs or bezel?

For a ring it is easier that the stones set (ie surrounded by a metal band that hides the edge and the lower part) can hide some defects. On the contrary, a beautiful stone is usually mounted keeping every part of it in view as much as possible, even the lower one, as in the case of solitaire rings set whit prongs. This is not a general rule, but it is good to know.

Anello con quattro griffe — Recarlo, anello con quattro griffe

The double heart of Morellato

Published on October 22, 2019

bracciale/Rings/COLLANE

The Cuore di Morellato collection: the classic symbol of love doubles ♦ ︎

Guess what shape the jewels of the Cuore di Morellato collection have? It can only be, of course, the heart, which is the symbol of love, but also of life itself. Agree, the heart is certainly not a novelty in the world of bijoux. Thus the Venetian house has decided to retouch the design of the classic double-lobe heart. Indeed, doubling the symbol, with an obvious allusion to the love of a couple.

The Cuore collection is made of 925 silver, the combination of the two hearts is made with a pastel pink stone combined with a heart in white metal. The ring plays with a heart motif embellished with a central zircon. Pendants, necklaces and bracelets have clean lines to give space to the central charm. There is also the variant with a rose gold silver heart combined with one in white stone. Indicative prices: one necklace costs 69 euros, earrings 59 euros, ring 44 euros.

Collezione Cuore di Morellato, bracciale