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SEPTEMBER BIRTHSTONE: SAPPHIRE | MEANING, COLOR, HISTORY & JEWELRY

Vintage 18K yellow gold sapphire diamond cluster ring.

Vintage 18K yellow gold sapphire diamond cluster ring.

Sapphire: The September Birthstone

September’s birthstone is a gem with a fascinating dual personality. At once timeless and regal, sapphire is familiar but full of surprises. Most often associated with deep, velvety blue, sapphire actually occurs in an extraordinary range of colors—and has been treasured for centuries for its beauty, durability, and symbolism.

Set in an engagement ring, an elegant pair of earrings, or a treasured vintage jewel, sapphire has a way of being both classic and distinctly personal.

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The Language of Jewelry: The Symbolism of the Circle

Symbolism in Jewelry

Diamond set yellow gold circle pendant on a heavy chain.

Diamond set yellow gold circle pendant on a heavy chain.

Jewelry has always been more than adornment. In many cultures & centuries, people have used jewelry to express love, commemorate milestones, offer protection, and carry personal beliefs close to the heart. A beautiful jewel can tell a story without saying a word.

The language of jewelry is rich with symbols. Flowers have long represented love, beauty, renewal, and remembrance. Hearts speak naturally of devotion and affection, stars & celestial motifs can suggest hope, guidance, dreams, and the mysteries of the universe. The serpent, an enduring motif in jewelry, may represent transformation, eternity, rebirth, or wisdom.

Among these timeless symbols, few are as simple—or as profound—as the circle.

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ART NOUVEAU ERA

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The 1980’s Vintage Jewelry Era

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Retro & Mid-Century Vintage Jewelry

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Art Deco Vintage Jewelry

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Edwardian Vintage Jewelry

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Victorian Era Vintage Jewelry

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Inside Argo’s: Meet Madelyn

Who is Madelyn? How would you describe yourself in one sentence?

I’m someone who loves getting to know people!

Your position: 

Sales Associate

 

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Art at Argo’s presents: “A Collection of Color” by Leah Reynolds

Sunset in Italy by Leah Reynolds

July 1 – September 28

Opening reception:

Saturday,

July 18, 1-3pm

 

 

“It’s important to me to create affordable artwork that’s accessible to anyone who  wants an original painting in their home.” -Leah Reynolds

Art has a way of transporting us—across oceans, through memories, and into moments we may never have experienced ourselves. In her vibrant paintings, local artist Leah Reynolds invites us along on those journeys, capturing the spirit of places both near and far with warmth, color, and imagination.

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