Pretty shiny things

An archive of jewelry delight!

For even more pretty shiny things, please check out my Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and Tumblr pages!

Buy my jewelry:

I’m selling dozens of pieces from my own personal jewelry collection. See it all here! 

Guides and tips:

How to Buy Jewelry on Ruby Lane.
How to Buy Jewelry on Ebay
How to Buy Jewelry on Etsy
How to pack jewelry for a move
A better way to pack necklaces.
What to do when a ring is stuck on your finger.
Jewelry sizing cheat sheet

Education:

Antique jewelry fraud: 11 ways to protect yourself online.
Antique Jewelry Shows: what you need to know.
An introvert’s guide to surviving trade shows.
Support for Black and BIPOC Jewelers.
Jewelry library: reviews of jewelry books.

Blogging:

How to report stolen Instagram content.
Influencers 101: how to work with jewelry bloggers.
My best advice for new bloggers.
How I make money blogging: peek behind the scenes.

Photography:

How to take great jewelry photos with your phone.
Level up your photos with a clip on phone light.

Categories:

All the jewelry
Antique jewelry shows
Blogging
Jewelry storage
Jewelry under $200
Ring roundups
Store profiles
Treat Yo’self

By type:

Bracelets
Brooches and pins
Earrings
Engagement rings (all)
Vintage engagement rings
Hair ornaments
Necklaces
Rings
Tiaras
Watches

By era:

Georgian
Victorian
Belle Epoque/Edwardian
Art Nouveau
Art Deco
Retro/Midcentury

By design element:

Animal-shaped jewelry
Bows
Cameos
Filigree
Floral jewelry
Lavalieres
Lockets
Lorgnettes
Mourning Jewelry
Poison rings
Tassels
Tutti frutti
Sautoirs

By material: