A Week at GRS: Engraving & Stone Setting in the Kansas Prairie
A week in Emporia, Kansas learning to engrave and set stones at GRS Training Center — 40 hours on the bench with master jeweler Todd Daniels, a historic mansion with...
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The History and Evolution of Serpent Jewelry: From Ancient Symbol to Modern Heirloom
The story of serpent jewelry spans thousands of years, winding through myth, ritual, and the human desire for transformation. Since antiquity, goldsmiths have been captivated by the serpent’s fluid lines...
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More Than a Pretty Stone: How and Why I Source Ethically
Ethical sourcing isn't a marketing term — it's a set of questions I ask every time I buy a stone. Here's what I'm looking for, and the suppliers I trust.
Tucson Gem Show 2026: Reflections in Stone
Four days, seven shows, 21.5 miles, and one ten-year-old who now has opinions about spinels. My annual pilgrimage to the Tucson Gem Show — this year with my daughter Astrid...
The History and Evolution of Serpent Jewelry: From Ancient Symbol to Modern Heirloom
The story of serpent jewelry spans thousands of years, winding through myth, ritual, and the human desire for transformation. Since antiquity, goldsmiths have been captivated by the serpent’s fluid lines...
How to Style Serpent Jewelry for Everyday Wear
How to Style Serpent Jewelry for Everyday Wear The allure of the serpent has endured for centuries, finding new life in contemporary design. Serpent jewelry is both a talisman and...
From Wax to Gold: How Our Serpent Jewelry Is Made by Hand
The process of creation mirrors transformation itself. The serpent, long a symbol of rebirth and renewal, finds new life through the hands of the maker. At Dea Dia, each piece...