Revel at the astonishing wealth of previous empires. From the Moghuls in India to the empire in China to the French Royal Jewels.
Tomorrow's Museum Pieces
Silver art.. a blend of modern art and design and traditional silversmithing techniques. Silver objects of art and utilitarian. Are they a wise investment?
Upcoming Auctions and Results
Find an overview of the most important auctions, auction results in the areas of gemstones, diamonds, jewelry and objects d'art..
Gem art on auction this summer
A group of gem art collectible pieces was on sale at Bonhams: one of the first times such objects were auctioned off. The next one will take place in December.
Greek Gems in the Getty
Gems have been found in the Mediterranean but also spread along the Silk Route all the way until Afghanistan... View the collections and learn about the people who made it..
From an ancient Roman snake bracelet to a ceremonial Chinese headdress to a Tiffany & Co. glittering necklace, Bedazzled: 5,000 Years of Jewelry will highlight more than 200 pieces from the Walters Art Museum.
Investing in Antique Jewelry
Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Retro jewelry: very popular and very collectible. Are they still wise investments?
Colored Diamonds
Colored Diamonds are all the rave at the moment: top quality diamonds over $ 100,000 certainly increase their value.. what about the others?