2023-09-11 04:12
A Brief History of Mummy Beads
Mummy beads have been discovered in countless Egyptian tombs, from the grand pyramids to the humblest burial sites. Their use can be traced back to the Predyna… Read More
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A blog by the Museum of Jewelry in San Francisco, Ca. Learn about historic jewelry and follow our product development and newsletters.
2022-01-11 22:01
There’s no doubt about it: navigating the world of men's jewelry can be a tad difficult. Well, there’s no need to be confused. It can be easy with the right knowledge, confidence… Read More
2022-01-11 21:42
Rubies serve as one of the most valued colored gems, a status they have held since the beginning of time. The birthstone of July, the ruby stands as one of four recognized precious gems, tak… Read More
2022-01-11 17:05
Compared to today's most powerful civilizations, ancient Egypt is believed by scholars to have featured a relatively stratified society. Despite that social stratification, though, jewelry w… Read More
2022-01-11 16:13
Carol Channing and Marilyn Monroe famously professed that diamonds are a girl’s best friend. This only shows that they have never seen the captivating beauty of a sapphire. This rich a… Read More
2021-12-25 22:54
When the time comes to purchase a gift for a loved one, many people struggle to find the perfect item. They go from store to store, picking up items only to reject them. As a result, they be… Read More
2021-10-28 20:36
Jewelry shopping can feel like a daunting task. While some women feel like ornamentation is in their blood, plenty of people find themselves overwhelmed by all of their options.
Whethe… Read More
2021-07-16 23:10
A Forever Reborn Style
Accessories from the Art Deco era are more common than you may think, but they might be replicas. They are increasing in popularity because they are beautiful and time… Read More
2021-07-16 22:38
The Victorian era ushered in a unique period in history. Diverse jewelry remains a hallmark of this era, and this jewelry got its name from Queen Victoria. She became the Queen of England on… Read More
2021-05-05 20:04
These days, jewelry is available in all types of styles and designs. However, one of the most popular types of ear jewelry, and for good reason, is leverback earrings. For those not familiar… Read More
2021-03-19 19:56
Jewelry lovers have long since loved the color and shine of citrine quartz, and the popularity of the stones has grown with newer generations of consumers. The lemon citrine stones got their… Read More
2021-03-05 21:54
What comes to mind when you think of ancient Greece? Undoubtedly you think of white togas, strapped sandals, and gold adornments. You may think of the first Olympics or the all-powerful gods… Read More
2021-01-25 17:41
Jewelry is everlasting, in which it can be enjoyed and cared for in upcoming generations. Specifically, the elegance and sentimental value of moonstones are noteworthy. For a rom… Read More
2021-01-25 16:41
The shimmering green gemstone called peridot is the birthstone for those born in August. Also called the “Evening Emerald” due to its fascinating ability to glitter and sparkle e… Read More
2021-01-21 20:44
Turquoise: A Timeless Trend
Turquoise is a rare, medium-hard gemstone known for its brilliant green or blue coloring.[1] Deposits usually form on exposed hillsides in arid climates.[2] A var… Read More
2020-12-08 22:04
Often called the “volcanic gem,” peridot is born of fire. It typically forms in the rocks created by volcanic activity. Sometimes, peridot is found in meteorites that fall to ear… Read More
2020-11-11 15:09
Citrine Jewelry Through the Ages
Embraced by the Greeks and adored by Queen Victoria, citrine is a lesser-known stone with a nevertheless fascinating history. Used for everything from dagger… Read More
2020-10-26 21:26
Multi-hued and translucent, moonstones seem to glow as they reflect and diffuse light from within. Though the stones come in many colors, they are all luminous like moonlight on water, and j… Read More
2020-10-12 21:35
The Byzantine Empire began in 330 when Constantine the Great (r. 306-337) founded Constantinople (today Istanbul), establishing it as the capital of the Byzantium, also known as the Eastern… Read More
2020-10-06 14:34
Almost everyone loves wearing jewelry. The right necklace, bracelet, or ring can make a real statement about who someone is, their style, and the image they want to show to the world. Whethe… Read More
2020-10-02 23:52
2020-09-30 15:06
The area that is now the Republic of Ghana was inhabited by other states and kingdoms throughout history. These include the Bono State, the Kingdom of Dagbon, and the Kingdom of Ashanti. [1]… Read More
2020-09-19 17:43
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2020-09-01 19:45
The MuseLetter: September 2020
A preview of whats to come
Hello Jewelry Lovers! We've gotten a bit formulaic with the MuseLetter lately and I wanted to use this oppo… Read More
2020-08-31 19:26
When someone starts shopping for gold jewelry, they will see several varieties, which can make the decision somewhat confusing. This is why it is essential to learn more about 14K jewelry an… Read More
2020-08-19 14:06
2020-08-02 18:40
2020-07-20 19:07
Jewelry is always a great way to enhance your look. There are several things to consider when deciding what kind of jewelry to purchase. Metalsmiths use different types of metal when creatin… Read More
2020-07-17 22:47
2020-07-07 18:14
Jewelry is a chic accessory that has been one of the most popular gifts of all time! The reason being; it highlights one's personality, prestige, and power. Are you planning to buy jewelry f… Read More
2020-07-07 18:08
2020-06-22 19:28
2020-06-15 22:13
There is no question that the Art Nouveau style of jewelry is definitely unique and appealing. It definitely left its mark on the jewelry industry – arriving by storm and disappearing… Read More
2020-06-02 15:10
2020-05-18 03:15
The History Of Roman Jewelry
Ancient Rome is well endowed with a history decked in fame for its complex jewelry designs and their use of a vast variety of materials, specifically gems from a… Read More
2020-05-16 20:53
2020-05-13 21:35
Jewelry investors of today are still wowed by the unique designs of the Art Deco period. These are the creations that their grandparents wore almost a hundred years ago. The immaculate piece… Read More
2020-05-08 19:45
Hey Jewelry Lovers,
Late in 2018 I went from software engineering to helping my dad Shashi out with the Museum of Jewelry. And I started designing my own line - BoneNE Artifac… Read More
2020-05-01 19:25
2020-04-10 17:15
2020-04-10 17:13
2020-02-25 18:56
2020-02-06 16:00
Tian-tsui is a lost technique. It's magnificent blue Chinese silver jewelry - the color is derived from a kingfisher feather overlay. Feathers were meticulously cut and glued onto… Read More
2020-02-06 06:00
Tian-tsui is a lost technique. It's magnificent blue Chinese silver jewelry - the color is derived from overlaid with kingfisher feathers which have been meticulously cut and glued onto… Read More
2020-01-30 18:34
2019-12-19 03:43
Pictured: Athena Ring - Carnelian and Gold. MFA Boston.
Since the Ancient Grecians were greatly inspired by other cultures and nations such as the Romans, Assyrians, and Egyptians, the… Read More
2019-12-14 22:43
2019-12-03 19:47
2019-12-03 19:13
A History of Ancient Egyptian Jewelry
Whenever I watch a movie or documentary set in Ancient Egypt, I get distracted by jewelry. Pieces are gemstone forward, made out of exoti… Read More
2019-10-31 18:12
2019-08-26 21:19
2019-08-10 03:35
The late, great Laurel Burch was an artist turned entrepreneur. Most prominently known for her jewelry designs, colorful cats, horses, and animals and beautiful fabrics.
Shashi and Laurel me… Read More
2019-07-30 18:32
What is Gold?
Briefly here, gold is ambiguous term. It can refer to AU / the 79th atomic element gold, or it can refer to an alloy made from this elem… Read More
2019-07-10 17:23
2019-07-03 18:50
1964
The Museum of Jewelry was born in 1964. Shashi Singapuri was an employee of Eastern Airlines with $700 and an idea. He bought antiques in five central American Countries, brought t… Read More
2019-06-24 15:12
Shashi started importing jewelry in 1964. As an employee of Eastern Airlines, he used $700 to source products overseas, import, and sell them. He made another trip a few weeks later on… Read More
2019-06-20 22:08
Last week I was playing with my printer when I realized it has a scanner that can process a fifty page catalog in well under an hour. It requires a bit of cleanup after the fact but the… Read More
2019-06-14 07:00
Hey Jewelry Lovers!
I'm removing the timelines from our collection pages as they slow down the load time too much. But they are useful and I love them, so we're going to archive them to the… Read More
2019-06-11 17:15
2019-06-07 04:32
Hey Jewelry Lovers!
I'm removing the timelines from our collection pages as they slow down the load time too much. But they are useful and I love them, so were going to archive them to the b… Read More
2019-06-03 18:38
Hey Jewelry Lovers!
I'm removing the timelines from our collection pages as they slow down the load time too much. But they are useful and I love them, so were going to archive them to the b… Read More
2019-06-03 18:34
Hey Jewelry Lovers!
For a long time I've played with the idea of adding some timelines and maps to the website but have not really found a way to organize our collections effectively. I thin… Read More
2019-05-30 20:51
Hey Jewelry Lovers,
I'm cleaning up the site a bit as the variety of gemstones on the homepages was getting out of hand - so I killed them (you can still see all the stones in our gemstone j… Read More
2019-05-15 05:10
Momento Mori Rosary - Met Museum.
After centuries of sluggish growth known as the Middle Ages, Europe finally emerged to the Renaissance in the 14th Century. The Renaissance bought with it… Read More
2019-05-15 05:09
I often asked where our historical jewelry designs originate from or where I find the Museum pieces we share on social media.
The simple answer is that most of our designs were don… Read More
2019-05-10 22:02
2019-04-29 17:51
This is the lot at 3000 Larkin Street - across the street from Ghirardelli square in San Francisco. It used to be our headquarters. My father Shashi acquired the building in 1986.
The c… Read More
2019-04-28 20:27
I am looking for a photographer that can do several images per item across all my inventory, including model shots. I have >10,000 items that need photographed, these are located in… Read More
2019-04-15 18:00
Hey Jewelry Lovers,
Just a quick note for the many folk around the world who order from us on our english site - our store, website, and blog have gone multi-lingual. Museum of Jewelry… Read More
2019-04-04 06:33
2019-03-15 19:21
"Modern" is a bit tongue in cheek when your jewelry is inspired by history. I've been hard at work cleaning up our modern collection and its subsets, and I want to walk a bit through the per… Read More
2019-03-10 07:23
Welcome to the new Museum of Jewelry!
We launched a new site in May of 2017. Its 2019 already - so welcome to our new-new site of course.
What went right:
We started 2017 a s… Read More
2019-03-04 21:32
Hi everybody, I'm Nalin and my dad - Shashi Singapuri - designed and curated the historic reproduction collections for the Museum of Jewelry. Before the internet he would spen… Read More
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