Robinson's Jewelers Blog / Estate Jewelry

Discover the latest trends, tips, and insights in the world of fine jewelry with Robinson's Jewelers' official blog. Dive deep into the mesmerizing realm of precious metals and gemstones. Whether you're a jewelry aficionado or seeking styling advice, our curated articles are here to enlighten and inspire.

A curated collection of grandmillennial style jewelry featuring cameo pendants, bow motif earrings, and pearl bracelets on a vintage blue velvet background

A Guide to "Grandmillennial" Style in Jewelry: The Cozy, Charming & Completely Unexpected Trend Taking Over (Think Cameos and Bow Motifs)

Maya Thompson Posted on November 28 2025
Picture this: your grandmother’s formal living room, the one with the plastic-covered s...
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Archaeological revival jewelry featuring Egyptian and Roman inspired designs including serpent bracelets and coin necklaces

The Archaeological Revivals: How Discoveries of Pompeii and Tutankhamun Shaped Jewelry Trends - Ancient Glamour Unearthed!

Maya Thompson Posted on November 28 2025
Picture this: you’re scrolling through your feed, admiring that stunning serpent bracel...
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Elegant antique and estate jewelry collection featuring rings, necklaces and bracelets from different historical periods

The Case for Antique and Estate Jewelry as the Ultimate Sustainable Luxury: Why Vintage is the New Vogue

Maya Thompson Posted on November 27 2025
Let’s be real: in a world where fast fashion comes and goes faster than your interest i...
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Art Nouveau inspired jewelry featuring organic forms and nature motifs against a dark background

Art Nouveau's Muse: How Nature's Asymmetry Revolutionized Design & Why Your Jewelry Box Needs This Organic Elegance

Maya Thompson Posted on November 27 2025
Picture this: It’s the late 19th century, and everyone in the jewelry world is obsessed...
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Stunning natural Alexandrite gemstone showing color change from green to red in different lighting conditions

Alexandrite: The Color-Changing Stone and Its Scientific Rarity - Nature's Ultimate Mood Ring

Maya Thompson Posted on November 27 2025
Imagine owning a gemstone that pulls a magical wardrobe change right before your eyes –...
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Antique Victorian mourning jewelry featuring black jet, woven hair, and symbolic motifs displayed on velvet

The Untold History of Mourning Jewelry in the Victorian Era: From Macabre Mementos to Modern Masterpieces

Maya Thompson Posted on November 27 2025
Picture this: you’re at a fancy Victorian dinner party, and your hostess is wearing a s...
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Comparison of antique Victorian ring and modern Art Deco-style ring on velvet background

The Market for "Period" Pieces vs. "Period-Style" Pieces: A Collector's Guide to What's Real, What's Repro, and Why It Matters

Maya Thompson Posted on November 26 2025
Walking into a jewelry store or browsing online for estate and vintage jewelry can feel...
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Transformed heirloom jewelry showing vintage pieces redesigned into modern wearable art

Heirlooming 2.0: How to Redesign a Family Piece Without Losing Its Soul - The Ultimate Guide to Honoring Your Heritage While Making It Uniquely Yours

Maya Thompson Posted on November 26 2025
So you’ve inherited a piece of family jewelry that looks like it belonged to your great...
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Suzanne Belperron vintage jewelry designs featuring bold geometric shapes and colorful gemstones

Suzanne Belperron: The Designer Who Refused to Sign Her Work - And Became a Legend Anyway

Maya Thompson Posted on November 24 2025
In a world where logos scream for attention and brand names are flaunted like royal tit...
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Vintage cocktail jewelry collection featuring bold rings, bracelets and necklaces from the 1940s-1950s

What is "Cocktail" Jewelry? Exploring the Bold, Unapologetic Style of the 1940s-50s That's Making a Major Comeback

Maya Thompson Posted on November 23 2025
Picture this: It’s 1945, the war is over, and women are trading their factory overalls ...
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Close up of organic jewelry pieces including coral, amber, and tortoiseshell showing texture and color details

How to Safely Clean Organic Materials like Coral, Amber, and Tortoiseshell: Your Guide to Preserving Nature's Masterpieces

Maya Thompson Posted on November 23 2025
So you've fallen in love with a piece of jewelry that has a little more "life" in it th...
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Close-up view of signed jewelry hallmarks and designer signatures on luxury pieces from various jewelry houses

A Collector's Guide to Signed Pieces: Identifying the Work of Specific Jewelry Houses - Become a Jewelry Detective!

Maya Thompson Posted on November 22 2025
Ever found yourself staring at a beautiful piece of vintage jewelry wondering, "Who mad...
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Close-up of intricate Georgian-style gold cannetille work and gemstone setting being crafted by modern artisan hands

How Georgian Era Jewelry Techniques Are Being Revived by Modern Artisans: The Return of Hand-Forged Romance

Maya Thompson Posted on November 22 2025
Picture this: it’s 1795. Jane Austen is probably scribbling away at her latest novel, s...
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Close-up of antique silver jewelry showing beautiful natural patina in the intricate details

Understanding "Patina": Why Some Collectors Prefer Unpolished Antique Metal (And You Might Too!)

Maya Thompson Posted on November 22 2025
Picture this: you’re at a fancy dinner party, and someone compliments your stunning ant...
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Victorian mourning jewelry collection featuring jet brooches, black enamel lockets, and hair work pieces from the Victorian era

The Mourning Jewelry of Queen Victoria and Its Cultural Impact: How a Queen's Broken Heart Changed Fashion Forever

Maya Thompson Posted on November 22 2025
Picture this: you're scrolling through our stunning estate jewelry collection and you c...
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Modern and vintage signet rings displayed together at Robinson's Jewelers

The Resurgence of Signet Rings: From Family Crests to Personal Symbols & Why Everyone's Wearing One Now

Maya Thompson Posted on November 22 2025
Remember when signet rings were just something stuffy aristocrats in period dramas wore...
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Antique gutta-percha jewelry pieces showing intricate carved designs and dark matte finish

The Comeback of Gutta-Percha: A Victorian Material Re-examined - Why This Quirky Treasure Is Stealing the Spotlight Again

Maya Thompson Posted on November 21 2025
Picture this: you’re browsing through your grandmother’s jewelry box (we’ve all been th...
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A stunning collection of brutalist jewelry featuring raw textures, geometric shapes, and unpolished gemstones

The Brutalist Influence in Jewelry: Raw, Geometric, and Unapologetic - Why Concrete Never Looked So Good

Maya Thompson Posted on November 20 2025
Have you ever walked by one of those massive, raw concrete buildings that made you stop...
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Collection of estate, vintage and antique jewelry pieces including rings, necklaces and bracelets

Navigating the World of 'Estate' vs. 'Vintage' vs. 'Antique' Jewelry: Your Guide to Timeless Treasures

Maya Thompson Posted on November 20 2025
Ever found yourself staring at a beautiful piece of jewelry wondering if it's estate, v...
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Exquisite antique cameo and intaglio jewelry pieces showcasing detailed carvings in shell and stone

How to Start Collecting Intaglio and Cameo Jewelry: What to Look For - Your Guide to Ancient Artistry in Modern Style

Maya Thompson Posted on November 20 2025
So you’ve decided to dive into the world of intaglio and cameo jewelry – welcome to wha...
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