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Favorite Gems, Jewels & Timepieces: Jewelry Team Staff Picks

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 03.14.23 | Jennifer Ventresca
A woman in a wide-brimmed sunhat is surrounded by an assortment of unique fine jewelry and vintage timepieces | BRG

Selecting beautiful and unique pieces from an exceptional assortment of fine jewelry and timepieces might be challenging. Our staff of gemologists and specialists are up to the task. We hope these selections inspire you to add pieces you love to your own collection.

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I Do: Vintage Engagement Ring Do's & Dont's

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 02.04.22 | Courtney Tannler
 | BRG

Romance is in the air. There’s no better time than the present to start thinking about popping the question. If you or someone you know is ready to propose, it's a great time to consider vintage engagement rings. Check out these do's and don'ts when shopping for vintage, antique, and heirloom engagement rings.

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Must-Know Expert Tips for Sourcing and Passing Down Heirloom Jewelry

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 08.11.21 | Jennifer Ventresca
Heirloom Jewelry | BRG

Every August, National Wear Your Mother's Jewelry Day occurs without much fanfare and without much notice. But this year, we got to thinking, what might be so special about your mother's (or grandmother's) jewelry that there's a day dedicated to it? That question led us to consider all jewelry passed down from our forbears ... heirloom jewelry and to inquire for industry experts their tips for sourcing and passing down heirloom jewelry.

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Jewelry Part V - Jewelry & Gemology Primer

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 01.08.21 | Jennifer Ventresca
Blingology - Jewelry & Gemology Primer | BRG

Large. Small. Opaque. Clear. Antique. Vintage, Contemporary. Gems come in different shapes, sizes, colors, clarities, and age. Learn some gemology basics in part V of our jewelry series, Bring on the Blingology.

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Introducing a Safer Way to Consign

BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 04.14.20 | Jennifer Ventresca
This 24kt gold with diamond accent woven jewelry suite is one of thousands of items consigned to BRG. | BRG

With the country shutting down because of COVID-19, we've been looking for ways to help our consignors to earn more for their smalls -- all from the comfort of their homes. Introducing the latest initiative born from our search ... Consign by Mail.

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What do Grant & Christie Have to Share?

On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 02.28.19 | Jennifer Ventresca
Fine Jewelry, Art, & More in Exceptional Winter 2019 Sale | BRG

Find out what Grant and Christie have to share during our auction previews. Join BRG managing partners as they bring you some Exceptional Winter 2019 LIVE Auction highlights...

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