Notes & stories
The School of Fine Jewelry
lessons in antique & vintage jewelry
What Is a Bangle? Bangle vs Bracelet Explained
Discover what truly separates a bangle from a bracelet, how she should fit your hand or wrist, and why the rigid ones outlive almost everything...
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What Is a Tennis Bracelet (and Why Is It Called That)?
Find out how Chris Evert's broken bracelet gave this design its name, and learn exactly what to check in the clasp before you trust it...
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What Is a Charm Bracelet? A Life Told in Gold
Discover where charm bracelets began, what their little charms really mean, and how to choose or build one that will carry your own life's chapters...
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How To Find Your Bracelet Size
Find out how to measure your wrist properly and discover your true bracelet size, so she fits exactly the way you love her.
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