Pearls, with their lustrous allure, have captivated people for millennia. These treasures of the sea have not only adorned royalty and fashion icons but have also held profound significance in vintage jewelry design. Their timeless elegance and mysterious charm make them a cornerstone in the realm of antique jewels, embodying both beauty and tradition. A…
From Victorian to Art Deco: Understanding Jewelry Eras
Every piece of jewelry tells a story, especially those from bygone eras, encapsulating the art, culture, and aesthetics of their time. To appreciate the elegance and intricacy of these timeless pieces, one must travel through the prominent jewelry eras, from the romantic Victorian epoch to the glamorous Art Deco period. Victorian Era (1837-1901) Named after…
How to Incorporate Vintage Jewelry into Your Modern Wardrobe
There’s a timeless appeal to vintage jewelry, a throwback to eras known for their elegance and style. These unique pieces can elevate your wardrobe, adding an extra layer of sophistication. But how do you incorporate vintage pieces into your modern attire? Blend Old with New Contrast is the key. The idea is not to create…
How to Mix Metals
Though vintage clothing and jewelry are always sought after, often the way we approach and incorporate them is different. Gone are the rigid rules of fashion; instead, consumers tend to take vintage pieces and refresh them with modern standards. One way to do this is to begin wearing mixed metals. Below are some tips to…
Jewelry Time Periods: A Timeline of Jewelry Styles and Trends
Every time period has its own unique styles and trends. However, for vintage jewelry, it can be hard for the average person to determine when a particular piece of jewelry was made, especially when many styles coexisted alongside one another. Edwardian, Victorian, Art Deco, Georgian…there are several design eras that your vintage jewelry could be…
What You Should Know Before Selling Your Estate Jewelry
Are you sitting on a pile of estate jewelry that you would like to sell at some point in the near future? Depending on what you have, it could potentially be worth a lot of money. There are several steps you can take to get the biggest return possible when you sell your NYC vintage…
Letting Go of your Vintage or Modern Jewelry
Are you having trouble letting go of a bracelet that was given to you by your ex-girlfriend or an engagement ring that was given to you by your ex-husband? It’s completely understandable. In the aftermath of a romantic split, a divorce, or a breakup, it’s natural for people to want to hold on to a…
Giving the Gift of Sentiment with Vintage and Modern Jewelry
Jewelry is considered a luxury for most people, and so many consider it a rare but thoughtful purchase. This makes the gifting of jewelry a truly generous and sentimental act. Frank Pollak & Sons knows the value in gifting a unique piece of vintage or modern jewelry, and we want to encourage you to find…
The Origins of the “Something Old, Something New” Wedding Day Tradition
If you’ve ever been a member of a wedding party, you’ve probably heard somebody at some point mention the “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue” wedding custom. This practice is intended to bring the bride good luck on her wedding day and a lifetime of nuptial bliss. Many people, while loyally following this…
Art Imitating Life: Jewelry Inspired by Animals
You’ve heard the saying “art imitates life,” right? Today, we have a few special pieces from the Frank Pollak & Sons collection that may prove this saying rings true – if you believe in unicorns, that is. The Unicorn Tappestry was created by Seaman Schepps in the United States in the 1940s. It is a…
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