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Here at F. Silverman Jewelers, we love our jewelry designers not only because these world-class artisans fill our showroom with stunning fine jewelry, but because they are leading jewelry trend-makers. One example is Gabriel & Co., a premiere brand known for breathtaking fashion and bridal jewelry. Read on for our recap of Gabriel & Co.’s take on 2021 spring jewelry … Read More

Mother’s Day is right around the corner – May 9th, to be exact. Do you have a plan for how you’re going to treat your mom? While there are tons of ways you can celebrate your mom, aunt, grandma, or whoever helped raise and care for you, perhaps one of the best ways is with fine jewelry. After all, flowers … Read More

Birthstones are fun, colorful, and special ways to make people of each birth month feel loved. While each birthstone is precious, those born in April might be the luckiest of all as their birthstone is the gorgeous, sparkling diamond. Maybe April is associated with diamonds because they represent the bright April sunshine, or perhaps it’s because they are reminiscent of … Read More

Though bangles and bracelets are both types of jewelry worn on the wrist, they are not the same. Bangles are solid and do not have openings or clasps, while bracelets are flexible and have clasps.  The differences between bangles and bracelets can be broken down into three categories: rigidity, material, and mode of closure. The History of Bangles and Bracelets … Read More

Diamond accents are real diamonds. The term “accent” refers to how they are used to accentuate a larger center stone, as these smaller diamonds are still graded for Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat and are still valuable. Sometimes referred to as accent diamonds, these gems are simply smaller diamonds that are placed around large diamonds to enhance the overall beauty … Read More

Yes, jewelry is decoration – but it’s also a very personal expression of style, personality, and all the things that make every person unique. And there is no other jewelry that better embodies that expression than charm jewelry. Playful, meaningful, and always fun, charm jewelry has been in style for a very long time. In fact, almost every generation has … Read More

The COVID-19 pandemic has ground much of the world to a near halt. But one thing that hasn’t and will never stop? Love. Though the pandemic has made it hard for people to propose in the way they originally imagined, getting engaged during COVID isn’t just possible – it can be wonderful and romantic. If you’ve been planning on popping … Read More

Most jewelry shoppers are familiar enough with the different characteristics of gemstones to make a smart and stunning purchase. But, when it comes to pearls, many shoppers are completely baffled! Nacre? Luster? Cultured? Freshwater? Saltwater? The varied and often confusing aspects of pearl shopping can make it hard to find exactly what you’re looking for. Here are some tips to … Read More

Birthstone jewelry is a fun and colorful way to make people feel special and loved. Birthstones appeal to people all over the world no matter their age or gender – especially since each stone is associated with many different myths, legends, and attributes. The idea of birthstones is believed to have originated in Biblical times as the prophet Aaron was … Read More

While there are countless brides who’ve always dreamed of the classic white wedding with a traditional diamond engagement ring, there are also brides who want something a bit different. And that’s absolutely wonderful! Your engagement ring should be a reflection of you and your style, even if it goes against the traditional norms. Don’t believe us? Take these unconventional celebrity … Read More

New Year’s Eve is traditionally a night of glamour – sparkling dresses, twinkling lights, and, of course, glittering fine jewelry. This year, New Year’s Eve might look a little different. To add some festive sparkle back into our lives, let’s take a walk down memory lane and look back at some of the fine jewelry trends through the ages.   … Read More

It makes sense that jewelry would take a back seat in this pandemic. With stay-at-home orders and work-from-home regulations, most people are spending their days in sweatpants and headphones instead of stylish clothing and fine jewelry. But we’re missing the finery! An NPD poll found that 54% of consumers said that they miss getting dressed up, whether for social gatherings … Read More