04Jan 2019 Epiphany & it’s ancient Folkloric connections
A millenary tradition
In Italian lore, on January 6th, the Befana comes by night in broken shoes and patches on her dress and apron, Read more [...]
Author Archives: Simona Nicolai
15Aug 2018 Passion for the bracelet: which is your favorite!?
When I travel, I always try to combine the useful with pleasure. I devote some time to the discovery of new cultures, new lands and new experiences. One Read more [...]
21Jun 2018 Flavours & Colours of Summer
"Summer on a Solitary Beach " - Franco Battiato
Summer has arrived! It arrived carrying sun, high temperatures and a great desire for the Read more [...]
20Jun 2018 How to choose a Topaz
How to Recognize Topaz
Topaz is a gem with various hues, so for an inexperienced eye, it can rarely be confused with Ruby or Sapphire, but more Read more [...]
05Jun 2018 A dedication to … white Sapphires
Sapphire
As documented in the Rocks & Co. Gemstone library, Sapphires along with Rubies belong to the corundum family and can be counted, Read more [...]
31May 2018 Why Choose a Topaz?
Topaz is one of the oldest precious stones known
The origin of the name Topaz is not very clear. The name could derive from the term "tapas" Read more [...]
24Feb 2017 Treasures of Istanbul–Topkapi Imperial Palace
I have a great desire to discover the history, nature, secrets, mysteries and treasures of civilisation. A passion transmitted and cultivated Read more [...]
24Jan 2017 Saint Valentine and Ancient Rome …
Romance is not just for the very young, stricken with the first crush, but for all romantics- young, old, the great dreamers and even Read more [...]
18Jan 2017 Important Factors when Choosing a Topaz
Identifying Topaz
Topaz is a gem that comes in various colour shades, these shades are so varied that inexperienced eyes can often mistake Read more [...]
08Dec 2016 The Legendary Zoe Diamond
The Zoe Diamond is a magnificent and very rare specimen. The Zoe is a purity type VVS2, blue velvet fancy diamond, in an elongated teardrop Read more [...]