Episode 218 Part 1: Gina D’Onofrio’s Tips for Choosing a Qualified Independent Appraiser

Episode 218

What you’ll learn in this episode: What questions to ask appraisers and auction houses before selling your jewelry. What education and networking opportunities an aspiring appraiser should seek out. Why an appraisal includes multiple values, and why those values will change depending on the reason for the appraisal. What the process of selling jewelry with […]

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Why Vintage Costume Jewelry is Worth Collecting with Barbara Schwartz, Founder of TruFaux Jewels

Episode 23

Barbara Schwartz is a vintage jewelry costume expert and the founder of TruFaux Jewels, an online boutique of exquisite costume jewelry made in Europe and North America from the 1920s-1950s. With an eye for high-quality and unusual pieces, Barbara helps women select vintage costume jewelry that expresses their personal styles and makes a statement. A […]

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The International Appeal of Nordic Crafts & Design with Irija Øwre, Gallery Director at Galleri Format Oslo

Episode 16

Irija Øwre is the Gallery Director at Galleri Format Oslo. She is responsible for the exhibition program, finances and personnel, as well as development of sales and presentation strategies. Founded in 1991, Galleri Format Oslo is the leading gallery for contemporary crafts and design in Norway. The gallery is an exhibition and sales venue of […]

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No Longer Taboo: Contemporary Art Jewelry in Southern California with Jane Groover, Co-Founder of Taboo Studio

Episode 49

What you’ll learn in this episode: How Jane was influenced by jeweler Arline Fisch. How Taboo Studio was established and where the gallery got its name. Why Taboo Studio focuses on both showcasing jewelry and making custom pieces. What Jane looks for when finding new artists. How Taboo Studio’s marketing and advertising strategies have changed […]

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Special Announcement! Article about The Jewelry Journey & Other Jewelry Podcasts by Melanie Abrams released in The New York Times.

Episode 217

Link to article: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/20/fashion/jewelry-podcasts.html Welcome to the Jewelry Journey, exploring the hidden world of art around you. Because every piece of art has a story, and jewelry is no exception. Hello, everyone. Welcome to the Jewelry Journey podcast. We are thrilled to announce an article on the Jewelry Journey podcast from writer Melanie Abrams released […]

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