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Marc Aronstam on: Judging gemstone brilliance

There really is nothing quite like staring at a brilliant diamond as it reflects fire and light and scatters a rainbow of colors across a room. But what are you really talking about, when it comes to discussing a gemstone’s “brilliance?” Scientifically speaking, when light enters a gemstone, it can either be reflected back out…

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Celebrating the JCC Ann Katz Festival of Books with diamonds

Once a year each May, the Jewish Community Center (JCC) holds The Ann Katz Festival of Books and Arts (LINK: www.jccindy.org). As a much celebration of the written word as well as a toast to the arts in Indy, I was proud to be a part of this year’s festival. In honor of the 2013…

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Aronstam Fine Jewelry is contemporary. And antique. And traditional

It’s easy to get pigeon-holed as one type of jewelry designer or another. Some of my Aronstam custom clients know me for my intricate, more traditional, custom jewelry designs. Others, for my starker, simpler, contemporary creations. Truth is, I want to be known for my original custom jewelry work. Whether that is simple and elegant…

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Rich patterns + Tailored = Hellmuth

What do the stars wear?  Amy Adams, Christina Aguilera, Hillary Swank, Jennifer Lopez, Kate Hudson, and Kim Kardashian all have been seen wearing Hellmuth jewelry. Once a well kept secret, Hellmuth jewelry has become a must-have among A-list celebrity notables. You will probably recognize Hellmuth for its unusual “Croco” signature look – that elegant pattern…

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Gaia Pelikan Brings Alchemy to Aronstam Jewelers

When I saw Gaia Pelikan’s jewelry, I was knocked out by his ability to transform small pieces of history and nature into wearable, one-of-a-kind art. It is his almost magical precious metal transformations that have earned Gaia the description of an “alchemist.” A master goldsmith, he is known for mixing precious metals and pairing them…

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Jewelry quality, craftsmanship and integrity

One of the most consistent comments about my work is its quality. It’s satisfying knowing that these comments are deserved, because I’ve put my best methods (hand carving and hand finishing) and highest quality gemstones and precious metals into each piece I design. A good example is this opal ring. You’ll notice the centerpiece stone…

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