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All About Pearls: Symbolism, Cleaning + Care Tips, + Styling the Queen of All Gems

In the world of jewelry, few gems captivate with the same timeless allure as pearls. Renowned for their natural beauty and classic elegance, pearls have adorned queens, celebrities, and fashionista...

Birthstones: Their Meanings + a Little Folklore

Mystical meanings have traditionally been connected to each birthstone as well. Whether or not you believe that gemstones promote healing, bring joy or good fortune, they are extremely popular as i...

How to Find Your Perfect Ring Size

Not sure what your ring size is? We’re here to help! Of all the types of jewelry you can purchase, rings tend to be the trickiest, because they don’t leave too much room for error when it comes to ...

What is solid 14k gold?

Similar to silver, pure gold is actually extremely soft and not suitable for everyday jewelry. In order to solve that dilemma, gold is mixed with alloys to strengthen the metal. The higher the perc...

What is sterling silver?

Here at the Nolia studio, we only use high quality metals + materials to create our jewelry, and all of our raw metals are sourced directly from suppliers here in the USA! Our metal choice for our ...

What is 14k gold filled?

Here at the Nolia studio, we only use high quality metals + materials to create our jewelry, and all of our raw metals are sourced directly from suppliers here in the USA! Although gold filled is ...