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The Complete Guide to Selling Inherited Jewelry
Inheriting jewelry is rarely a simple matter. A ring, a brooch, or a strand of pearls handed down through a family carries more than beauty, it carries memory, and often a person we loved. Deciding whether to keep such a…
How to Care for Antique and Estate Jewelry During Summer
Summer has a way of drawing out our finest pieces. Warm evenings, celebrations, and travel all invite us to wear the jewelry we love most, and for many of us, that means antique and estate pieces with real history behind…
Ruby, the July Birthstone: History, Symbolism, and Why Collectors Love It
Few gemstones command attention quite like the ruby. Its deep, glowing red has stood for love, courage, and vitality across nearly every culture that ever prized it, and as the birthstone for July, it carries that meaning straight into summer.…
Vintage Ruby Rings: What Makes a Great Stone Stand Out
In a world of diamond solitaires, a ruby ring feels almost defiant: warm where diamonds are cool, opinionated where they’re neutral. And when that ruby happens to be a vintage one, you’re not just wearing a beautiful stone. You’re wearing…
Sale of the Century – Lippa’s Moving Sale!
Dear Family, Friends, Clients, and Supporters of Lippa’s, After 93 years of serving our community in downtown Burlington, Vermont, Lippa’s is entering an exciting new chapter. We are moving to Water Tower Hill in Colchester, into a private office setting,…
Natural vs. Cultured Pearls: What Collectors Need to Know
Pearls look deceptively simple; a strand of round white spheres, the kind of jewelry that has been worn so consistently for so many centuries it can feel almost uniform. But the differences between natural and cultured pearls are profound, both…
Vintage Golf Jewelry: A Collector’s Look at a Specialty Category
Golf and fine jewelry share more history than most people realize. Both gained their American footing in the late 19th century, and as country clubs and championship play took hold across the East Coast, so did a quiet, sophisticated tradition…
The Estate Jeweler’s Guide to Father’s Day Gifts
Father’s Day has a way of inviting a different kind of gift than most occasions. Less about novelty, more about meaning. Something built to last, something with character, something he’ll actually wear. That’s exactly where estate jewelry comes in. For…
Pearls, Moonstone, and Alexandrite: Inside June’s Three Birthstones
Most months get a single birthstone but June has three! The choices — pearl, moonstone, and alexandrite — could not be more different from one another, and each carries its own history, symbolism, and place in the world of fine…
Why Mid-Century Rings Are Rising in Popularity with Modern Buyers
Mid-century, also referred to as retro jewelry, has quietly become one of the most sought-after categories in the estate market—and nowhere is that more evident than in the growing demand for mid century rings. Once overshadowed by the intricate detailing…
What to Look for in a Burlington Vermont Jeweler (And Why Experience Matters)
Finding the right jeweler is about more than simply choosing a place to buy jewelry—it’s about trust, expertise, and long-term value. Whether you’re purchasing an engagement ring, investing in a rare piece, or looking to sell jewelry, working with the…
Victorian Necklaces, Brooches, and Bracelets: How to Build a Collection
Victorian jewelry remains one of the most captivating categories in the world of antique adornment. Rich in symbolism, craftsmanship, and history, pieces from this era offer collectors a unique opportunity to own something deeply personal and entirely one-of-a-kind. For those…