This article tells of the history of Amethyst, from its roots in Egypt, to its place in the Crown Jewels. Some notable jewelry items using Amethyst are described, and the use of Amethyst is Suffragette jewelry is discussed.
In its 118 years in business, Steuben was a leader in the luxury glass market. Both vintage and contemporary Steuben pieces are the frequent targets of imitators, and forged marks and signatures are often applied to Steuben lookalikes. This article explains how to tell the difference.
As the popularity of classic costume jewelry has increased, so too have the fakes and reproductions. The best way to avoid the new pieces is with a careful examination and to know the differences which exist between reproductions and the originals.
The success of the Willow pattern in the nineteenth century, the vast quantities in which C19th pieces survive and the enduring popularity of the design which continues in production today - might be all too easy to consider the design as of little merit or interest. But this would be to dismiss...
What separates an authentic vintage leaded glass shade from a fake or reproduction? Antiques Roadshow appraisers make it look so easy. It is not possible to condense 20 years of expert experience into a short online article but there are a number of basic points about dating leaded lamps any one...