If we assume the classic case of the man proposing to the woman and conjuring an engagement ring out of his trouser pocket, it seems clear to everyone that the ring is intended for the woman and that the next step is to put it on her finger. But is that always the case? When do men wear engagement rings? This question is legitimate, because there are countries and customs where this proposal scenario is entirely different. The jewellery industry...
The feast of love is just around the corner and so is the recurring problem: what do I give my loved ones for Christmas? Quite simple: Give a ring for Christmas! Theodor Fontane writes: "Love lives on endearing trifles. " A ring is such an endearing little thing that we can carry with us every day, only on special occasions or when we feel like it. Rings are meaningful and when you give a ring for Christmas, there is an emotional value...
Jewellery can definitely do that better than other gift ideas: create a buzz of joy at Christmas. For the dear mom you want to come up with a special gift, such as a necklace? The sister has started a family and you want to give a silver heart pendant as a lucky charm? Many men even plan to give their girlfriend the Christmas gift of a lifetime with an engagement ring. There are hundreds of reasons - and with us, thousands...
When is the time perfect for love, family and future planning? We mean emphatically: just always! It seems that in the colder seasons, the desire for emotional warmth is greater and even the "strong sex" increasingly falls into a cozy mood. But that's all subjective. The fact is: Love is most beautiful in the now. The most exalted feeling that two people can share is omnipresent. Who met the love does not want to keep it to him/herself. It is...
Nature Transformed - French Art Nouveau Horn Jewellery Small exhibition in our shop. 29.09.2018 – 27.10.2018 Daily 11:00 am – 07:00 pm René Lalique, the great master of Art Nouveau (in Germany called Jugendstil), introduced horn at the turn of the century as an organic material in the circle of high-quality jewellery. His internationally respected contemporaries Georges Pierre and Elizabeth Bonté at the same time made horn jewellery. These three visionaries, as well as other highly gifted carvers and creators of perfectly thought-out horn...
Moonstones are very earthly! The extremely popular gemstones got their name because of its obvious characteristics. The most intriguing is the inherent shimmer, reminiscent of the diffuse light of the moon in the night sky. Moonstones have a creamy white, sometimes ivory to bluish color character and are milky-transparent. From the optical properties inevitably one draws parallels to opals. In fact, these two gemstones have much in common. Both gems are used exclusively for jewellery making – what makes us...
The engagement or the betrothal, as it is officially called, is one of the great romantic moments in life. Because who gives the marriage promise swears eternal loyalty and solidarity to his partner. The classic genuflection of the man in front of his sweetheart is no longer necessary in the 21st century. But like all aspects of an engagement and the ensuing wedding, it is up to the convictions and wishes of the applicant. We, as one of Berlin's most...
The king of all gems is the birthstone and lucky stone of the spring month of April: the diamond. He is the epitome of luxury and definitely "A Girl's Best Friend". There's nothing compared to the fascination that comes from a diamond. For centuries it has been people's desire to own and control diamonds. You can not read the development of technology and civilization on any other material in antique jewellery. In fact, love is the ultimate drive to devote...
Spring happiness with antique jewellery – on the engagement, get set, go! March is tough. The charm offensive of mother nature slowly starts again. The temperatures are constantly increasing and thus also the well-being of the people. Some days ago was the meteorological spring beginning. The sun is shining again and the sky shines in aquamarine blue. Suitable to the lucky stone of the month of March. The aquamarine watches, protects and (knows) shows the way to happiness. Follow him! But...
The element water stands for life. His longing images in bright blue inspire our senses and awaken desires. Blue also stands for eternity and loyalty. So what a perfect color in antique jewelry! The birthstone and lucky stone of the month of March is breathtaking. Sea and sky blue shines the aquamarine - spring-like and fresh. A particularly fascinating gemstone of sometimes mystical character. Like the August Peridot, it often has milky cloud-like inclusions. As a result, he noticeably slows...
