Notes & stories
The School of Fine Jewelry
lessons in antique & vintage jewelry
AUG 2026
· Care & cleaning
Jewelry Finishes Explained: Satin, Brushed, Florentine and the Rest
Ever wondered why some gold glows while other pieces flash or shimmer? Meet satin, brushed, florentine and their kin, and learn to read a finish...
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AUG 2026
· Care & cleaning
How to Layer Necklaces Without Tangles or Chaos
Discover the three simple rules that let your necklaces layer beautifully together, no tangles, no chaos, just chains that finally know their place.
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AUG 2026
· Care & cleaning
Can You Shower With Gold Jewelry? The Honest Answer
Wondering if your gold can handle a hot shower? I'll show you what truly threatens her, from chlorine to sneaky drains, and what she shrugs...
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AUG 2026
· Care & cleaning
How to Untangle a Necklace Chain Without Breaking It
I'll show you the four simple things that free any knot without a single pull, so she stays smooth, unharmed, and ready to wear.
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AUG 2026
· Care & cleaning
How to Store Jewelry So It Lasts Another Hundred Years
Discover the one free rule that keeps her safe from scratches and tarnish, and why bathrooms are the worst place for her to rest.
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AUG 2026
· Care & cleaning
How to Clean Antique Jewelry Safely (and What Never to Clean)
Learn which antique pieces can handle a gentle soap-and-water clean, and which ones must only ever meet a dry cloth, so their history stays intact.
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APR 2020
· Care & cleaning
How To Clean Your Jewelry During A Pandemic
Curious which stones hate water and which ones can brave a good scrub? I will show you how to keep her sparkling safely through the...
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