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The Evolution of Engagement Rings - Stradley & Daughter

The Evolution of Engagement Rings

Sophie Stradley

Engagement rings symbolize love, commitment, and the start of a lifelong journey together. Their history is as rich and varied as the cultures that cherish them, with each era leaving...

The Evolution of Engagement Rings

Sophie Stradley

Engagement rings symbolize love, commitment, and the start of a lifelong journey together. Their history is as rich and varied as the cultures that cherish them, with each era leaving...

Gemstone Spotlight: Turquoise, Tanzanite, and Zircon - The Brilliant Gems of December - Stradley & Daughter

Gemstone Spotlight: Turquoise, Tanzanite, and Z...

Stradley & Daughter

"If cold December gave you birth,The month of snow and ice and mirth,Place on your hand a turquoise blue;Success will bless whate'er you do." -Gregorian Birthstone Poem    The Ancient...

Gemstone Spotlight: Turquoise, Tanzanite, and Z...

Stradley & Daughter

"If cold December gave you birth,The month of snow and ice and mirth,Place on your hand a turquoise blue;Success will bless whate'er you do." -Gregorian Birthstone Poem    The Ancient...

How to Spot Fake Jewelry: Tips and Tricks - Stradley & Daughter

How to Spot Fake Jewelry: Tips and Tricks

Sophie Stradley

In a world filled with beautiful jewelry, not every piece is genuine. Learn how to spot fake jewelry with these expert tips, from checking hallmarks to testing metals and gemstones....

How to Spot Fake Jewelry: Tips and Tricks

Sophie Stradley

In a world filled with beautiful jewelry, not every piece is genuine. Learn how to spot fake jewelry with these expert tips, from checking hallmarks to testing metals and gemstones....

The Journey of a Gem: From Mine to Market - Stradley & Daughter

The Journey of a Gem: From Mine to Market

Sophie Stradley

Every gemstone carries within it a story that spans continents and centuries, connecting us to people, cultures, and traditions far beyond our own. From the moment a gem is mined...

The Journey of a Gem: From Mine to Market

Sophie Stradley

Every gemstone carries within it a story that spans continents and centuries, connecting us to people, cultures, and traditions far beyond our own. From the moment a gem is mined...

Understanding the Four Cs of Diamonds - Stradley & Daughter

Understanding the Four Cs of Diamonds

Sophie Stradley

Diamonds are so much more than just pretty stones. They have a story to tell, and understanding the Four Cs—cut, color, clarity, and carat weight—helps you make sure that story...

Understanding the Four Cs of Diamonds

Sophie Stradley

Diamonds are so much more than just pretty stones. They have a story to tell, and understanding the Four Cs—cut, color, clarity, and carat weight—helps you make sure that story...

Caring for Antique Jewelry: Preserving History - Stradley & Daughter

Caring for Antique Jewelry: Preserving History

Sophie Stradley

Antique jewelry is more than just an accessory—it’s a tangible link to our past. Caring for these pieces is essential to preserving both their beauty and their history. In this...

Caring for Antique Jewelry: Preserving History

Sophie Stradley

Antique jewelry is more than just an accessory—it’s a tangible link to our past. Caring for these pieces is essential to preserving both their beauty and their history. In this...