A deep dive into history through the lens of jewelry! I'm Melise, a goldsmith trained in ancient techniques. Join me as we go down the rabbit hole of jewelry history, exploring topics that will expand our view of our ancient ancestors as sophisticated, accomplished cultures whose techniques and ideas about adornment are still relevant today. Jewelry is, after all, the most personal and meaningful form of art humans can create. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support
Whether you love or hate your birthstone(s), you'll probably be surprised to learn that the concept is more than two thousand years old! From the biblical Breastplate of Aaron, to Hindu astrology, and a jeweler's conference in Kansas in 1912, our modern idea of birthstones has some surprising,...
Published 11/15/24
A brief look into the intriguing history of filigree, a technique which was been popular for over 5000 years, and continues to evolve in cultures around the world.
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Published 10/16/24