Robinson's Jewelers Blog / Sentimental 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.

Close-up of a sterling silver pendant with a deeply etched fingerprint, hanging on a delicate chain against a soft background.

How to Transfer a Loved One's Fingerprint Onto a Metal Pendant: The Ultimate Guide to Wearing Their Touch Close to Your Heart

Maya Thompson Posted on January 17 2026
Ever wish you could hold your mom's hand, your child's tiny fingers, or your partner's ...
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A collection of antique Victorian mourning jewelry, featuring a jet brooch, a gold ring with black enamel and hairwork, and a locket on a dark velvet background.

Analyzing the Symbolism of Mourning Jewelry and Hair Art (Victorian): Love, Loss, and Lockets

Maya Thompson Posted on January 15 2026
Let's be honest, our modern idea of a sentimental keepsake is pretty tame. A photo on o...
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Close-up of a jeweler's hands carefully placing a brilliant diamond into a sleek, modern gold setting.

How to Reset an Heirloom Stone Into a Modern Setting: Your Guide to a Glorious Jewelry Glow-Up

Maya Thompson Posted on January 07 2026
Let’s be honest for a minute. We’ve all been there, haven’t we? You open that velvet-li...
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A close-up image of a delicate silver necklace with a small, sparkling diamond pendant resting on a dark velvet background, symbolizing comfort and remembrance in sympathy jewelry.

Sympathy Jewelry: Meaningful Pieces for Loss - Finding Comfort and Connection Through Timeless Keepsakes

Maya Thompson Posted on January 05 2026
Let's be real: grief is an uninvited guest that shows up wearing yesterday's emotional ...
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Close-up image showing the elegant transformation of a heirloom gemstone from an old ring setting into a stunning new pair of diamond drop earrings.

How to Reset a Family Stone Into Earrings Instead of a Ring: Breathe New Life into Your Legacy

Maya Thompson Posted on January 05 2026
Picture this: you've been gifted a beautiful, vintage family ring. The love and history...
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A modern woman wearing a layered necklace stack featuring a beautiful gold heart locket, symbolizing the 2025 trend of personal, sentimental jewelry worn daily.

The Return of the Locket: What to Put Inside in 2025 (The 15 Best Ideas You Haven't Thought Of)

Maya Thompson Posted on January 04 2026
Remember the lockets your grandma kept in her velvet jewelry box? The ones that seemed ...
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Close-up of a jeweler's hands expertly setting a brilliant diamond into a new gold pendant setting at Robinson's Jewelers.

How to Reset a Family Diamond Into a Pendant (Cost Breakdown) - Breathe New Life into Your Heirloom

Maya Thompson Posted on December 25 2025
Have you ever opened your jewelry box, spotted that family diamond ring tucked away in ...
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A beautifully crafted heirloom shadow box displaying an engagement ring and wedding band on silk, with a handwritten love note in the background

The Process of Creating a Heirloom Shadow Box for an Engagement Ring: Preserve Your Love Story in Stunning Detail

Maya Thompson Posted on December 25 2025
So, you’ve said “yes!” and the most stunning piece of jewelry you’ve ever laid eyes on ...
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A single diamond stud earring rests on a soft velvet surface, symbolizing loss but also potential for new creation.

The Art of Losing Earrings: A Philosophical Field Guide to Loss, Grief, and Finding New Sparkle

Maya Thompson Posted on December 23 2025
It happens to the best of us. One minute, you're living your life, feeling put together...
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Beautiful jewelry pieces marking life's special moments including engagement rings, anniversary bands, and graduation gifts

How Jewelry Is Used to Mark Milestones: Celebrate Life's Biggest Moments with Timeless Treasures

Maya Thompson Posted on December 21 2025
From the moment we slip on that first friendship bracelet in grade school to the day we...
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A modern jewelry design featuring a repurposed heirloom diamond set alongside other gemstones, symbolizing the blending of old and new.

Ten Thoughtful Ways to Repurpose an Heirloom Diamond: A Modern Guide to Love & Legacy

Maya Thompson Posted on December 16 2025
Let’s be honest for a minute. We’ve all been there, haven’t we? You open that velvet-li...
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Close-up of an open vintage gold locket holding a black and white photo and a tiny braid of hair, resting on velvet.

Creating a Memory Locket with Meaningful Inclusions (Hair, Photo): The Art of Carrying Love Close to Your Heart

Maya Thompson Posted on December 13 2025
Let's be honest—sometimes your phone's camera roll just doesn't cut it. Scrolling throu...
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Woman gently holding a meaningful pendant necklace for anxiety relief and emotional comfort

The Transitional Object: How Jewelry Can Ease Anxiety in Adults (And No, We're Not Kidding!)

Maya Thompson Posted on December 01 2025
Remember that ratty old blanket or worn-out teddy bear you couldn’t sleep without as a ...
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Close up of various meaningful jewelry pieces telling personal stories as memory palaces

Jewelry as a "Memory Palace": How a Single Piece Can Tell a Complex Story (And Why Your Necklace Knows You Better Than Your Therapist)

Maya Thompson Posted on November 30 2025
That necklace you never take off? It’s not just an accessory—it’s a time machine, a the...
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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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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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Antique Victorian hairwork jewelry showing intricate braided patterns made from human hair in a brooch setting

A History of Hairwork Jewelry: When Loved Ones Wore Each Other's Hair - The Surprisingly Touching Tradition You Never Knew Existed

Maya Thompson Posted on November 24 2025
Picture this: your sweetheart goes off to war, and instead of texting you heart emojis,...
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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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Antique acrostic jewelry with colorful gemstones spelling a secret message

The Secret Language of Acrostic Jewelry (and how to decode it): Your Guide to Victorian-Era Hidden Messages

Maya Thompson Posted on November 17 2025
Imagine receiving a beautiful Victorian ring from your beloved, only to discover years ...
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Legacy jewelry gift for a child with a handwritten letter for their future self

Gifting a "Legacy" Piece to a Child with a Letter for Their Future Self: The Heirloom That Keeps on Giving

Maya Thompson Posted on November 16 2025
Picture this: your child, now a full-fledged adult, opens a special box you gave them y...
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