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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.

Close-up view of a brilliant emerald gemstone being treated with oil, showing enhanced green clarity and shine.

Why Does Oiling an Emerald Improve Its Clarity, and is the Treatment Permanent?

Let’s be honest, emeralds can be a bit... high maintenance. They're the dazzling but sl...
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A close-up view of a person's hand gently polishing an antique silver bracelet with a soft cloth, highlighting the delicate care needed to preserve its unique patina.

How to Polish Silver Without Removing the Antique Patina: A Gentle Guide to Keeping Your Vintage Treasures (and Sanity) Intact

Let’s be honest, the internet is a terrifying place. You can fall down a rabbit hole wa...
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A modern assortment of bio-jewelry featuring rings and pendants made from unconventional organic materials like wood, tagua nut, and seeds, displayed on a rustic stone background.

What is "Bio-jewelry" and Are There Pieces Made From Unconventional Organic Materials?

Picture this: you're wearing a stunning ring, and someone asks, "Is that a new diamond?...
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A person gently cleaning an intricate antique gold ring with a soft brush, highlighting the careful cleaning process for fragile jewelry settings and older cut gemstones.

How to Safely Clean Antique Jewelry With Fragile Settings and Older Cut Stones (Without a Trip to the Emergency Room!)

Let's be real—owning antique jewelry is a little like dating a vampire. It's impossibly...
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A woman's hand gently holding a sparkling diamond engagement ring, symbolizing the dream of a perfect proposal.

How to Subtly Drop Hints About Your Dream Engagement Ring Without Being Obvious (And Still Be Surprised!)

Picture this: you've found "the one"—and we're not just talking about your charming, wo...
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A stunning assortment of colored gemstone rings, including sapphire, ruby, and emerald, artfully arranged to showcase vibrant alternatives to traditional diamond solitaires.

Colored Gemstones as Centerpieces: Moving Beyond the Diamond Solitaire Trend (And Why Your Jewelry Box is Begging For It)

Let's be honest for a sec—diamonds are great. They're sparkly, they're classic, and the...
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A stylish curation of a luxury diamond watch paired with gold bangle bracelets and a tennis bracelet on a woman's wrist, showcasing how to complement jewelry.

A Guide to Wristwatches as Jewelry: Choosing a Style That Complements Your Other Bracelets (And Doesn't Clash Like Your Last Relationship)

Let’s be honest, your wrist is prime real estate. It's the billboard of your personal s...
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A stunning diamond necklace and bracelet set elegantly displayed on a satin cloth, exemplifying the 'Third Piece' styling rule to complete a simple outfit with luxury jewelry from Robinson's Jewelers.

The "Third Piece" Rule: How a Great Piece of Jewelry Completes Any Simple Outfit (And Saves You From a Wardrobe Malfunction of the Boring Kind)

You know that moment. You're standing in front of your closet, curtains open, judgmenta...
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A luxurious display of Ancient Egyptian Revival jewelry featuring gold scarab rings, a turquoise and gold cuff, and intricate pendants, showcasing the timeless influence of 1920s design on modern accessories at Robinson's Jewelers.

The Influence of Ancient Egyptian Revival Jewelry in the 1920s and Today: Unearthing the Glamor of Tutmania in Your Jewelry Box

Imagine it’s 1922, and the world is collectively losing its mind over a pile of gold an...
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A stunning blue diamond rough crystal sits on a dark surface, representing the impact of new mining discoveries on gemstone values and rarity.

How Global Mining Discoveries Affect the Value of Certain Gemstone Types: A Rush of Sparkle and the Birth of "Neon" Bling!

Imagine the scene: a miner in South Africa is just doing their job, probably thinking a...
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Close-up of a brilliant cut diamond with a digital blockchain network overlay, symbolizing high-tech traceability in the jewelry industry.

How Are New Technologies Like Blockchain Being Used to Trace a Diamond's Journey? The Surprising Tech Behind Your Sparkler

Imagine being able to ask your diamond ring for its life story and having it spill ever...
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A woman wearing a fine moonstone necklace that glows with a blue adularescent shimmer in the soft moonlight, showcasing the gem's ethereal beauty.

How Moonlight Affects the Glow of a Fine Moonstone Necklace: The Secret Science Behind the Magic (It's Not Just Moonbeams!)

Have you ever caught a glimpse of your moonstone necklace out of the corner of your eye...
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A woman's wrist adorned with a sparkling diamond tennis bracelet and a stylish watch, showcasing the trend of wearing tennis bracelets as an everyday staple

Are Tennis Bracelets Becoming a Daily Staple Rather Than a Special Occasion Piece? The Verdict is in (and It's Sparkling)

Remember when a diamond tennis bracelet was something you got for your Sweet Sixteen, y...
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A collage featuring three distinct ring settings: a classic diamond solitaire in a prong setting, a sleek modern ring in a bezel setting, and a contemporary diamond ring in a tension setting, all displayed against a neutral background.

The Ultimate Guide to Ring Settings: Prong, Bezel, Tension, and Which is Right for Your Lifestyle (A Totally Unscientific, Super-Fun Quiz Included!)

Let’s be honest, picking out a ring setting can feel a bit like trying to assemble IKEA...
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Close up of a vintage ring with a hallmark and maker's mark, being examined for authentication

How to Research and Verify Hallmarks and Maker's Marks on Vintage Pieces: Your Secret Decoder Ring for Jewelry

Have you ever held a piece of vintage jewelry, flipped it over, and spotted a tiny, cry...
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A person's hands showcasing a collection of modern, gender-fluid jewelry including stackable rings and a chain bracelet from Robinson's Jewelers.

Beyond Binary Bling: How Gender-fluid Jewelry Designs Are Expanding the Market (And Why Your Wrist Needs to Know)

Picture this: you are standing in front of your jewelry box, trying to decide what to w...
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A woman's hand elegantly displaying a stack of gold rings, including a ring with a blue birthstone charm, representing a sophisticated way to wear sentimental children's birthstone jewelry.

How to Wear Sentimental Pieces (Like Children's Birthstone Charms) in a Sophisticated Way: From Soccer Mom to Style Icon

Let’s be honest for a second. You probably have a jewelry box (or that one special draw...
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Close-up of a diamond ring and a vintage jewelry piece on an appraisal document, illustrating the concepts of replacement value and market value.

What is the Difference Between Replacement Value and Market Value? The Jewelry Owner's Secret Decoder Ring

Let’s talk about a common jewelry mystery that leaves many of us scratching our heads: ...
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A single diamond statement earring against a black background, showcasing the asymmetrical earring trend from Robinson's Jewelers.

The Art of the Single Statement Earring: How to Pull Off the Asymmetrical Look (And Why Your Other Ear is Just Jealous)

Let’s be honest, we’ve all been there. You’re rushing to get ready, you put on your fav...
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A stunning collection of colorful gemstone jewelry, including rings and earrings with sapphires, rubies, and emeralds, elegantly displayed on a mirrored surface for a stone wedding anniversary blog post.

What to Gift for a "Stone" Wedding Anniversary When You Want to Go Beyond the Traditional (And Not Put Your Partner to Sleep)

Let's be honest for a second—the traditional wedding anniversary gift list is about as ...
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