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1. Care for your jewelry regularly.Normal wear and tear can wreak havoc on your valuables, so it’s important you care for your jewelry properly. It may be January, but if you have any plans to vacation this winter or live in a warm-weather destination, it’s important you’re careful with heat and light. Over time, some gemstones such as amethyst and topaz can fade or damage with excess exposure. Pearls and ivory tend to bleach under extreme exposure to light. They can also crack, dry out and discolor. Other gems like amber can actually darken over time when exposed to too...

Boulder, Colo.–Completed just in time for the holiday shopping season, Walters & Hogsett recently feted the reopening of its renovated Boulder, Colorado boutique. Read More >

You’re going on vacation and you want to take along some favorite jewelry. Be selective with your most valued pieces and plan when and how you wear them. Here are some additional suggestions from travel experts to keep your valuables safe on your journey.

Ah, the Emerald! Who hasn’t lusted after this bright green, opulent gemstone? As the traditional birthstone of May, emeralds constitute one of the four precious stones (the others are diamonds, rubies, and sapphires, respectively). Emeralds were named after the greek word “smaragdus,” meaning green stone. As such, Emeralds are, by definition, green in color, though they tend to vary in shade from bluish green to bright vivid green. Regardless of shape or color, emeralds have been loved for centuries now. They have been worshipped by the Incas and have been highly honored in all major religions for their spiritual power and beauty....