It’s not just counterfeits any more— designers and manufacturers are stealing designs right out from under their customers. — July 20| Jesse Swingle Browsing the shelves at H&M or Shein, you could be forgiven for thinking some designs look familiar. …

In the jewelry industry, reality can be toxic. From poor environmental practices to worker mistreatment, corruption and even warfare, the jewelry industry has a sordid past. — May 11| Jesse Swingle Our team loves jewelry. From the smallest band to the blingiest statement piece, we live for it. As with most great loves, however, it is important to acknowledge reality. And in our industry, the reality can be toxic. …

There are a few core concepts that are important when working with gold jewelry. — May 27 | Jesse Swingle It comes from the deepest regions of earth, is still used to strengthen weakened teeth, and can be used as a currency. It was probably the first metal used by humans. …

Thanks to a unique characteristic of gold, it’s entirely possible. — June 21 | Jesse Swingle Is your gold ring made from a former crown? Thanks to a unique characteristic of gold, it’s entirely possible. If your solid gold pieces are made in our New York facility, one thing is for certain: that gold is recycled! If you added up all…