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Sentimental Jewels Inspired by Beth Bernstein’s “If These Jewels Could Talk”

by Elizabeth Doyle November 12, 2015

Beth Bernstein's book and Doyle & Doyle jewelry inspired by it.We’re excited to introduce Beth Bernstein, author of the new book, If These Jewels Could Talk: The Legends Behind Celebrity Gems. Beth is a gifted writer and jewelry expert, whose passion has introduced her to a world of fabulous jewels and people.  She shares her wisdom through numerous articles, design, and jewelry consulting. Her previous two books are My Charmed Life: Rocky Romances, Precious Family Connections and Searching For a Band of Gold and Jewelry’s Shining Stars: Shaping Today’s Collectibles and Tomorrow’s Heirlooms.

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Top 5 February Vintage Jewelry on Instagram

by Juliet March 08, 2016

March is upon us, which means spring is right around the corner, and we’re excited to look back to our February vintage jewelry Instagram favorites. February saw two big jewelry events, Valentine’s Day and the Oscars, which meant a month full of sweet hearts and lots of diamonds. Our top Instagram post by far was the […]

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THE VAULT, Sentimental Rings: Birth to Death and In-Between

by Elizabeth Doyle October 09, 2014

Since Doyle & Doyle’s founding in 1998 by sisters Elizabeth and Irene Pamela Doyle, they’ve showcased a beautifully curated selection of vintage, antique, and estate jewelry. Led by the Doyles’ love of history and design, Doyle & Doyle also serves as a resource for the community to discover the rich history of jewelry and personal adornment. In this tradition, we are excited to introduce The Vault, an ongoing series of exhibitions of curated collections around a theme.

For the second Vault exhibition, Elizabeth selected a topic close to our hearts: rings. The reasons people exchange rings, and the feelings they evoke, inspired “Sentimental Rings: From Birth to Death and In-Between.” Elizabeth’s co-curator is none other than the ring queen herself, Danielle Miele of Gem Gossip. Danielle’s love affair with rings is well documented in her “Show Me Your Rings” series, where she invites readers and fellow jewelry lovers to submit photos of their favorite collections. We’re excited to share a selection of her treasured pieces, alongside rings from Elizabeth Doyle, Doyle & Doyle, and other private collections.

While most of the pieces included in “Sentimental Rings” are from private collections and not for sale, click here to shop our Vault-inspired curated collection for similar styles. Doyle & Doyle rings included in the exhibition will be available for purchase after “Sentimental Rings” ends on November 9.

The rings in “Sentimental Rings: Birth to Death and In-Between” comprise five themes:

Birth & Childhood: Commemorating the birth of a child or significant event in childhood.

Memento: A souvenir of a special event, time or place.

Love Token: A gift of friendship, remembrance or romantic love between two people.

Courting & Marriage: Stating an intention of love, betrothal and commitment.

Death & Mourning: Honoring and remembering the departed and revering mortality.

sentimental rings, baby rings

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Top 5 February Vintage Jewelry on Instagram

by Elizabeth Doyle March 08, 2016

March is upon us, which means spring is right around the corner, and we’re excited to look back to our February vintage jewelry Instagram favorites. February saw two big jewelry events, Valentine’s Day and the Oscars, which meant a month full of sweet hearts and lots of diamonds. Our top Instagram post by far was the […]

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Vault Exhibition – Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection

by Elizabeth Doyle October 06, 2017

The Vault is open! On view until October 28th, 2017 is our newest jewelry exhibition, Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection. Delve into jewelry’s powerful symbols, shapes, and materials, such as snakes, dragons, crosses, and scarabs. The exhibition, curated by our own Elizabeth Doyle, includes antique, vintage, and contemporary pieces that go beyond beauty to give us […]

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Vault Exhibition – Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection

by Elizabeth Doyle October 06, 2017

The Vault is open! On view until October 28th, 2017 is our newest jewelry exhibition, Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection. Delve into jewelry’s powerful symbols, shapes, and materials, such as snakes, dragons, crosses, and scarabs. The exhibition, curated by our own Elizabeth Doyle, includes antique, vintage, and contemporary pieces that go beyond beauty to give us […]

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Vault Exhibition – Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection

by Elizabeth Doyle October 06, 2017

The Vault is open! On view until October 28th, 2017 is our newest jewelry exhibition, Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection. Delve into jewelry’s powerful symbols, shapes, and materials, such as snakes, dragons, crosses, and scarabs. The exhibition, curated by our own Elizabeth Doyle, includes antique, vintage, and contemporary pieces that go beyond beauty to give us […]

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Vault Exhibition – Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection

by Elizabeth Doyle October 06, 2017

The Vault is open! On view until October 28th, 2017 is our newest jewelry exhibition, Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection. Delve into jewelry’s powerful symbols, shapes, and materials, such as snakes, dragons, crosses, and scarabs. The exhibition, curated by our own Elizabeth Doyle, includes antique, vintage, and contemporary pieces that go beyond beauty to give us […]

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Vault Exhibition – Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection

by Elizabeth Doyle October 06, 2017

The Vault is open! On view until October 28th, 2017 is our newest jewelry exhibition, Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection. Delve into jewelry’s powerful symbols, shapes, and materials, such as snakes, dragons, crosses, and scarabs. The exhibition, curated by our own Elizabeth Doyle, includes antique, vintage, and contemporary pieces that go beyond beauty to give us […]

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Vault Exhibition – Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection

by Juliet October 06, 2017

The Vault is open! On view until October 28th, 2017 is our newest jewelry exhibition, Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection. Delve into jewelry’s powerful symbols, shapes, and materials, such as snakes, dragons, crosses, and scarabs. The exhibition, curated by our own Elizabeth Doyle, includes antique, vintage, and contemporary pieces that go beyond beauty to give us […]

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Top 4 Vintage Jewelry Instagrams for July

by Elizabeth Doyle July 30, 2015

Our instagram community has spoken, and here are our top four jeweled images from the month of July! Follow us to see our newest vintage jewelry, spectacular antique pieces, and behind-the-scenes peeks.

vintage diamond quatrefoil engagement ringThis detailed vintage engagement ring from the 1940s is a little work of art. A center Old European cut diamond sparkles amid swirls of diamonds and delicate millegrain.

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Vault Exhibition – Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection

by Elizabeth Doyle October 06, 2017

The Vault is open! On view until October 28th, 2017 is our newest jewelry exhibition, Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection. Delve into jewelry’s powerful symbols, shapes, and materials, such as snakes, dragons, crosses, and scarabs. The exhibition, curated by our own Elizabeth Doyle, includes antique, vintage, and contemporary pieces that go beyond beauty to give us […]

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Vault Exhibition – Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection

by Elizabeth Doyle October 06, 2017

The Vault is open! On view until October 28th, 2017 is our newest jewelry exhibition, Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection. Delve into jewelry’s powerful symbols, shapes, and materials, such as snakes, dragons, crosses, and scarabs. The exhibition, curated by our own Elizabeth Doyle, includes antique, vintage, and contemporary pieces that go beyond beauty to give us […]

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Vault Exhibition – Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection

by Elizabeth Doyle October 06, 2017

The Vault is open! On view until October 28th, 2017 is our newest jewelry exhibition, Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection. Delve into jewelry’s powerful symbols, shapes, and materials, such as snakes, dragons, crosses, and scarabs. The exhibition, curated by our own Elizabeth Doyle, includes antique, vintage, and contemporary pieces that go beyond beauty to give us […]

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Vault Exhibition – Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection

by Elizabeth Doyle October 06, 2017

The Vault is open! On view until October 28th, 2017 is our newest jewelry exhibition, Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection. Delve into jewelry’s powerful symbols, shapes, and materials, such as snakes, dragons, crosses, and scarabs. The exhibition, curated by our own Elizabeth Doyle, includes antique, vintage, and contemporary pieces that go beyond beauty to give us […]

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Vault Exhibition – Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection

by Elizabeth Doyle October 06, 2017

The Vault is open! On view until October 28th, 2017 is our newest jewelry exhibition, Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection. Delve into jewelry’s powerful symbols, shapes, and materials, such as snakes, dragons, crosses, and scarabs. The exhibition, curated by our own Elizabeth Doyle, includes antique, vintage, and contemporary pieces that go beyond beauty to give us […]

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Vault Exhibition – Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection

by Elizabeth Doyle October 06, 2017

The Vault is open! On view until October 28th, 2017 is our newest jewelry exhibition, Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection. Delve into jewelry’s powerful symbols, shapes, and materials, such as snakes, dragons, crosses, and scarabs. The exhibition, curated by our own Elizabeth Doyle, includes antique, vintage, and contemporary pieces that go beyond beauty to give us […]

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Vault Exhibition – Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection

by Elizabeth Doyle October 06, 2017

The Vault is open! On view until October 28th, 2017 is our newest jewelry exhibition, Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection. Delve into jewelry’s powerful symbols, shapes, and materials, such as snakes, dragons, crosses, and scarabs. The exhibition, curated by our own Elizabeth Doyle, includes antique, vintage, and contemporary pieces that go beyond beauty to give us […]

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Vault Exhibition – Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection

by Elizabeth Doyle October 06, 2017

The Vault is open! On view until October 28th, 2017 is our newest jewelry exhibition, Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection. Delve into jewelry’s powerful symbols, shapes, and materials, such as snakes, dragons, crosses, and scarabs. The exhibition, curated by our own Elizabeth Doyle, includes antique, vintage, and contemporary pieces that go beyond beauty to give us […]

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Vault Exhibition – Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection

by Elizabeth Doyle October 06, 2017

The Vault is open! On view until October 28th, 2017 is our newest jewelry exhibition, Talismans: Amulets of Power and Protection. Delve into jewelry’s powerful symbols, shapes, and materials, such as snakes, dragons, crosses, and scarabs. The exhibition, curated by our own Elizabeth Doyle, includes antique, vintage, and contemporary pieces that go beyond beauty to give us […]

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An Insider’s Guide to 10 Vintage Engagement Rings

by Elizabeth Doyle November 10, 2014

More than eye-catching baubles, diamond rings have symbolized love and eternal commitment since ancient times. We wear engagement rings on the left “ring” finger because it was once believed that the vena amoris, the “love” vein, traveled from this finger to the heart. Today, engagement rings are both a symbol of everlasting love and a […]

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Holiday Gift Guide: Romantic Jewelry

by Elizabeth Doyle December 22, 2015

Our last gift guide, A Winter’s Romance, includes beautiful antique love tokens and rare vintage convertible jewels. Our favorite piece of romantic jewelry is a delicately engraved book shaped locket whose pages open to reveal a special “I Love You” message. Wear it as a locket to keep the love close to your heart, or wear it open as […]

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Holiday Gift Guide: Romantic Jewelry

by Juliet December 22, 2015

Our last gift guide, A Winter’s Romance, includes beautiful antique love tokens and rare vintage convertible jewels. Our favorite piece of romantic jewelry is a delicately engraved book shaped locket whose pages open to reveal a special “I Love You” message. Wear it as a locket to keep the love close to your heart, or wear it open as […]

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