A Blog by Assael
Since the beginning of human civilization, people of wealth and stature have had their portraits painted. Often there was strategy involved in the production of a portrait. According to the Tate Museum in London, “Before the invention of photography, a painted, sculpted, or drawn portrait was the only way to record the appearance of someone. But…
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One thing we could all use right now is a little dose of fun to put some “spring” into our daily steps. Luckily, we can always turn to the fashion world for inspiration and delight. Spring/Summer 2020 fashion trends from the runways of NY, Paris and Milan are particularly inspiring this year. With so much…
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In these unprecedented times, we share the deep concerns that many people are currently feeling. We are extremely grateful that our Assael family is currently healthy, and we hope that all of our friends, retailers, fellow jewelers, customers and followers are, as well. In times of uncertainty like this, we look to our heroes and…
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Cultured Pearls were THE hottest gems of 2019, and they’re making a bold play for star status in the new decade. South Sea pearls, Baroques, Akoya pearls, and colorful pearls have all featured prominently on Couture and Ready-to-Wear runways…in collections spanning the seasons.
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Akoya pearls are having a moment…or should we say a decade? Not since the 1940s, when Akoyas were first introduced to the American public, have these lustrous white gems been so universally loved, so fashion-forward.
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