July ignites with the passionate glow of its birthstone, the ruby—a gem revered for centuries for its deep crimson hues and profound symbolism. As Tolkien once envisioned the Ruby Ring of Fire, so too does this gem capture hearts with its fiery allure. Join us as we explore the essence of July’s birthstone, from its Read the full article…
Fingerprint enhancement involves refining a fingerprint to create a clear, crisp graphic suitable for jewellery engravers or tattoo artists. Most fingerprints (even clear examples) lack the clarity required for a sharp, defined work of fingerprint art. Fingerprint reconstruction and restoration involve highly skilled processes to re-create a fingerprint with very little detail visible. For example, Read the full article…
Raindance Rings and the Evolution of Bubble Cluster Rings The Raindance ring gained popularity in contemporary jewellery design. Raindance rings were introduced by Boodle and Dunthorne (also known as Boodles), founded in 1798. An example of the Raindance ring design resides in the V&A Museum. Who creates the best alternative to the Raindance style of ring? Read the full article…
