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Jewelry Part II - Processing Jewelry in the Lab
Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 11.19.20 | Jennifer VentrescaWhen it comes to jewelry, knowledge is definitely power! How can you tell the difference between something that is pure versus plated? How can you determine the difference between a real diamond versus some of the really beautiful modern-day high-end cubic zirconias on the market? It just so happens, that BRG has its own jewelry lab and now we're giving you an inside peek inside.
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Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 11.09.20 | Jennifer VentrescaIf you've ever wanted to journey into the world of gemology and all things blingy, then you won't want to miss this eight part BRG jewelry series: "Bring on the Blingology" starting with this fun quiz on some basic jewelry terms. It's time to test your jewelry word power.
Continue ReadingBRG's Brands Expansion Leads to Welcoming New Team Talent
BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 10.27.20 | Jennifer VentrescaBRG and all its brands have been expanding both geographically and with talent. We've been very busy over the last month or so with resume reviews, interviews, hiring, and onboarding. Now, we’re thrilled to introduce a large handful of new BRGers to you — from New England to Texas and everywhere in between. BRG - CORPORATE BRG’s marketing communications department is expanding
Continue ReadingLifetime of Globetrotting Leads to Impressive Curation of Photos, Artifacts, Textiles & More
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 09.29.20 | Jennifer VentrescaWhat do rhythmic drums, gentle waves, distant and echoing roar of lions, local tribes people, and festivals have in common? Everything, for one globe-trotting couple. These are just a small sampling of the exotic sights and sounds that Barbara Paul and her husband experienced. Now see their personal curated collection of artifacts, textiles, and more.
Continue ReadingWhat to Do When You’re Tasked with Selling Mom & Dad’s Estate
Estates 101 | PUBLISHED 05.12.20 | Jennifer VentrescaSooner or later most of us will be faced with the task of liquidating the life-long collections and possessions of a beloved family member ... our parents. Learn some do's and don'ts from the estate liquidation experts.
Continue ReadingUpdate: The Bald & the Beautiful
BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 05.10.20 | Jennifer VentrescaThe coronavirus may have delayed the snip of sharp scissors and the whirring hum of the electric razor for the daughter of BRG's managing partners, Gemma, but this brave fifth grader has officially bared her beautiful bald head....
Continue ReadingIntroducing a Safer Way to Consign
BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 04.14.20 | Jennifer VentrescaWith 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.
Continue ReadingJewelry Box Detox
Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 04.08.20 | Jennifer VentrescaBaubles galore. Funky costume pieces. Fine, delicate gold pieces. Chains, bracelets, anklets, rings, earrings, brooches, pins, and whatnots piled in heaps and twists within the compartments that make up your jewelry box. If that sounds like your jewelry storage, then it's time to "detox" your jewelry box. Learn how here.
Continue ReadingSanford L. Batkin: Activist, Collector, & Renaissance Man
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 02.19.20 | Jennifer VentrescaOver the years, we have serviced thousands of estates and their respective families. It's not often that we see estates that fall into the "veritable time capsule" category for the quality of their collections. When we do, we like to highlight them in a special way. But, the real story often comes to light when we dig beyond the tangible "stuff" contained within the estate -- when we get an in-depth glimpse at the person behind the estate. Such is the case with Sandy.
Continue ReadingThe Bald and the Beautiful at BRG
BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 02.17.20 | Jennifer VentrescaSnip. Buzz. Whir. The clean clipping of sharp scissors and the humd of the electric razor will surround the head of Gemma Panarese when she bravely bares her beautiful bald head for her school's "Team Teddy" for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation.
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