Opinion

The Louvre Jewellery Heist: what we’re really losing when jewels are stolen

The 2025 Louvre heist is more than a movie plot. It’s a reminder of how much history, identity, and craftsmanship disappear when jewellery is stolen or destroyed.

When jewellery is called museum quality — and when it’s not

What does ‘museum quality’ jewellery really mean? Learn how museums collect, why the term is misused by sellers, and what parameters truly matter.

When a €30 diamond crashes the system: rethinking jewellery’s worth

Zeeman’s €30 lab-grown diamond pendant sparks lawsuits and debate: what makes jewellery valuable, and who decides?

Please don’t cook with Cartier

I loved Meghan’s Netflix show – but as a jewellery person, it leaves me anxious. From flour to lemon juice, everyday tasks can harm jewellery. Here’s why!

Jewellery and dress

Jewellery and dress: can you tell them apart?

How ChatGPT spins jewels

I asked ChatGPT about ethnic jewellery and this is what happened…

What is ‘ethnic’ jewellery?

‘Ethnic jewellery’ is not simply a container term: it is highly specific. See 5 meanings it may carry in this article!

100 jewellery blogs

100 blogs on traditional jewellery from the Middle East and North Africa: the good, the amazing and the ugly.

What is ‘real’ jewellery?

Is jewellery with plastic or cheap components the real deal, or are you being duped? If you ever wondered: read this.

What is ‘research’?

5 aspects of doing jewellery research. Fair warning: only browsing online will have you miss out for sure!

Can I wear ethnic jewellery?

What you should know about wearing jewellery from other cultures, and three pointers to reach an informed decision yourself.

Cultural appropriation vs appreciation

What is cultural appropriation? And how is it different from cultural appreciation?

What’s in a name?

What are correct names to indicate the origin of silver jewellery? Here are some thoughts on cultural identity and the importance of names.

Losing sight

The biggest danger for traditional jewellery of North Africa & the Middle East may surprise you – but luckily, you can help to avoid it!

Early Photography Portraits

What you should know about early photography portraits from the Middle East and 3 ways to look at them.