Center For Jewelry Studies ~ Christie Romero

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The Center for Jewelry Studies is dedicated to the dissemination of information on the history, identification, and marketing of antique, period, and vintage jewelry. Programs are designed to supplement the careers of those in jewelry-related fields - including dealers, appraisers, jewelers and gemologists - as well as enhance the enjoyment of collectors, heirs, and jewelry lovers.
Featured Piece:
From the Arts & Crafts section of Warman's Jewelry 3rd edition: Festoon Necklace, c. 1900, English, A slightly convex hammered textured shield shaped plaque enameled in mingled shades of translucent blue and bright green, a bezel-set blister pearl in the center encircled by raised silver studs, suspending a partially enameled bud-like oval drop, suspended from four lengths of fetter and trace chain joined to two partially enameled oval plaques, continuing to single lengths of chain and a tube and v-spring clasp, reverse of central plaque counter-enameled and impressed with maker's mark for Murrle, Bennett & Co., "950" for silver content under the enamel, center plaque 1" w x 1-1/2", 17-1/2" total length. $1,250. Author's collection. This necklace is among the pieces of jewelry on display in context with period fashion at the Museum and Galleries of the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in downtown Los Angeles, as part of the exhibition "Aesthetes, Bohemians & Craftsmen: Artistic Dress, 1880s-1920s," on view May 20 through July 2, 2008. For further information, visit www.fidm.edu Past Featured Pieces
News & Events:
28th Annual Jewelry Camp Announces Summer Program The summer line up of lectures has been posted for the ever popular Jewelry Camp held at the Hofstra University Campus in July of this year. For more information, visit their site www.jewelrycamp.org GEMS & JEWELRY VIDEO NOW ACCESSIBLE ONLINE The Center for Jewelry Studies is pleased to announce the online availability of "Gems & Jewelry," an educational video produced by The Futures Channel. Christie Romero is one of three experts who were interviewed for this video, which is distributed to schools and teachers to incorporate into their lesson plans. It shows the students how math and science can be applied to "real life" occupations. We think this excellent production will inspire them to become gemologists, gem-cutters, and jewelry historians! To see the video, click www.thefutureschannel.com The Center for Jewelry Studies is pleased to announce the launch of a new online publication: "Organic Gems" is an online periodical devoted entirely to gem materials of plant and animal origin, the best known being amber, jet, ivory, bone, horn, tortoiseshell, pearl, shell and coral. It will be published six times annually, and is accessible by subscription, through the web site of Maggie Campbell Pedersen, author of Gem and Ornamental Materials of Organic Origin. OG will be illustrated with good quality, descriptive photographs. Every issue will contain an article giving basic backgrounds and information on one of the organic materials (e.g. how to recognize it, how to test it, and whether it is covered by trade bans). Further articles will cover any and every aspect of organics, from their historical uses, to their modern-day enhancing treatments. A guest author will contribute to each issue, sharing his or her expertise in the field of organics. Guest authors will include museum curators, conservators, gemologists, auctioneers, appraisers and jewelers. Last, but possibly most importantly, the final section in each issue, "Forum – the readers’ page," will bring the most up-to-date information available on research, market trends, frauds, fakes, and anything else that may be of use to the subscribers, who are invited to contribute with information and comments. For a complimentary look at Issue 1, log on to www.maggiecp.com and click on "Online Periodical." West Coast Chapter of Jewelry Historians The American Society of Jewelry Historians now has a second regional chapter, the West Coast Chapter. The co-directors of the Chapter are Christie Romero, Peter Shemonsky and Karen Lorene. The chapter's formation means that individuals who join the Society and who live in California, Arizona, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Alaska and Hawaii will automatically become members of both the national organization and the West Coast Chapter. The American Society of Jewelry Historians is a non-profit tax exempt organization that encourages deeper understanding of the significance of jewelry—the most personal of the decorative arts. In addition to jewelry historians, its membership is composed of collectors, dealers, jewelry artists, appraisers, curators, and retail jewelers. Anyone with an interest in the study of jewelry is welcome to join. The Society sponsors four lectures and a special event per year in New York City featuring specialists in all areas of jewelry—from ancient to antique, from period to contemporary. The New England Chapter holds several lectures every year in Boston, MA. A quarterly newsletter, including an extensive calendar of jewelry-related events, a website and a membership directory are also included in a members’ benefits. The Society also sponsors an all day seminar biannually. www.jewelryhistorians.org Non-members are welcome to attend Society lectures by making a reservation. For further information about the Society and/or an enrollment form, please send an e-mail to info@jewelryhistorians.org, or call (914) 235-0983.
Books:
The Collector's Timeline is Now Available ! The Center for Jewelry Studies is pleased to announce the publication of the perfect companion for antique auctions and shows, flea markets, estate sales and dealers: The Collector's Timeline is adapted from Warman's Jewelry 3rd edition by Christie Romero. It has the information that will help you date and understand your pieces in an easy to carry pocket-size format. Visit http://www.collectorstimeline.com to find out more! 3rd Edition of Warman's Jewelry The ALL COLOR Warman's Jewelry 3rd Edition makes a great gift! Save 15% off the cover price by ordering through PayPal on our site, and a copy signed to the recipient will be sent to you via PriorityMail with Delivery Confirmation. Please specify the name of the recipient under "Message" in the order form. Important! A 10-page supplement of references and other sources used in Warman's Jewelry 3rd edition is available for those who buy the book from sources other than this site (those ordering the book from this site will be emailed the supplement automatically). Click here to request a copy. Special Offer! Buy BOTH Warman's Jewelry 3rd edition and Collectors' Timeline for $35 (plus tax where applicable) and $5 shipping (no additional shipping charge for Collectors' Timeline!) Click here to purchase both!