RWJ Blog — resa's blog

Rose gold has become very popular in the last few years, yet is not new to the jewelry industry. Rose gold got its start in the 19th century in Russia. Carl Faberge was one of the first to use rose gold in his lovely Faberge eggs, blending gold and copper. This blend created a lovely pinkish material that was first coined as Russian Gold. As it gained popularity it became know as "Rose Gold". The depth of rose gold color depends on the ratio of copper to gold, ranging from soft pink to a more reddish pink. The higher the...

Where does the time go, we ask. Busy schedules, family time, events and just LIFE! I too have been busy with moving, learning new jewelry techniques and constantly striving for better.  While the wheel of time is spinning, I hope to add more new pieces to the shop. With a passion for gorgeous fine, one of a kind gemstones in various sizes ( yes, I like BIG stones ), this is getting to be more fun than ever! I also am a Rapnet member, which provides me with access to basically any diamond in the world. With this fantastic combination,...

RWJ offers free standard shipping via United States Postal Service on all purchases shipped within the continental United States. Shopping online with a refreshing beverage is conservational and relaxing. Feel free to contact us with any questions or special requests. Also, if you don't see what you were looking for, email me and we can create something special together. Email is resawilkinsonjewelry@gmail.com. Instagram is resawilkinson.

As durable as gemstones are, they require proper care and cleaning. Here are a few tips taken from the International Colored Gemstone Association to make sure they last for generations and look as beautiful as the day they became yours. First of all, keep them clean! Rings in particular tend to collect dust and soap behind the stone, particularly if you wear them all the time. To clean transparent crystalline gemstones, simply soak them in water with a touch of gentle soap. If necessary, use a soft toothbrush to scrub behind the stone.Even the hardest gemstone variety can be vulnerable...