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Beautiful blue-violet tanzanite is a relative newcomer to the gem market. It was discovered in 1967 in Tanzania, and subsequently introduced to the world in 1969 by Tiffany & Co.  Tanzanite ranges…

Mother’s Day is all about Mom, and whether it’s your mother or the mother of your children, she deserves to be pampered at least one day a year!  This Mother’s…

The grass is greener, flowers are blooming, and the birds are chirping; spring is here!  It’s time to do some spring cleaning, and why not start with your jewelry box?…

If you are born in April, than you should be covered in diamonds! Known as one of the hardest substances on earth, the diamond makes a perfect stone for beautiful…

The History of Masriera At the close of the 19th century, Barcelona had a thriving cultural life and the new artistic movements that were sweeping through Europe had already become…

There were spectacular diamonds and gorgeous emeralds galore at the Oscars this year!  Many nominees opted to drape themselves in elegant jewelry for this most glamorous occasion.  Jennifer Hudson stacked…

If she loves blue than aquamarines are the gemstone for her! Aquamarine comes from the Latin phrase “water of the sea,” so named because ofits blue to blue-green color. Because…

This year we saw a lot of new and fun trends at the 2011 Golden Globes. One of our favorites was the innovative ways stars chose to incorporate brooches. Both…

Amethyst is a purple stone originating from quartz. Amethyst is available in a great abundance and occurs in volcanic rocks and geodes. If you are celebrating your 4th or 6th…

Does your Valentine have a distinctive style and deserve a one-of-a-kind piece of vintage jewelry? Whether she prefers exceptional necklaces, intricate brooches, or Art Deco earrings, Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers…

We all know that the best presents are those that come from the heart. Selecting a Valentine’s Day gift for your sweetheart is a tough job and it’s not always…

Everyone knows and loves serene blue sapphire, but pink sapphire is in a class of its own. Ranging from a soft rose to a vivid fuchsia, pink sapphire is an…