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The horse is a pervasive motif in the design world, and this year it will bolt out of the gate with more fanfare than ever. According to the Chinese Zodiac calender 2014 is the “Year of the Horse.”
Read More >>As America’s premier sporting event, the Super Bowl is both a spectacle and a ritual, even for non-sports fans. Last year, it drew an audience of nearly 110 million viewers in the U.S. alone. But did you know that every year, the Super Bowl is commemorated with a one-of-a-kind ring? GIA shares some of the incredible stories that have been linked to Super Bowl rings over the years.
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Coral is one of the oldest substances in nature to be used in jewelry. For thousands of years, decorative art objects have displayed this treasure from the sea. The resurgence of vintage coral items at auctions around the world last fall hints that this favored material has enduring style, blooming in shades from pale pink to deep red. Buyers had more choices of period coral collectibles than in past seasons, and many of the pieces sold quite well.
Read More >>What makes a diamond famous? It might be the diamond itself or the story behind it. Today we kick off part one of our Famous Diamonds series, which will reveal the stories and secrets behind some of the world’s most remarkable diamonds. First in the series is the 33.19-carat Elizabeth Taylor Diamond, originally known as the Krupp diamond.
Read More >>GIA instructors, researchers, and other staffers are responsible for spotting jewelry trends. We’ve asked them to peer into their crystal balls and share their predictions for 2014.
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The Super Bowl is the most popular sporting event in the United States – almost 110 million Americans watched it in February 2013. So it’s not surprising that the Super Bowl ring is a matter of serious interest.
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