The Devine & Co. Journal
Welcome to the Devine & Co. Journal, a space inspired by curiosity, craftsmanship, and a lifelong love of jewelry. Here, I share what inspires me as a private jeweler and gemologist—from fine jewelry, gemology, and appraisals to custom design, heirloom pieces, and the topics and pieces that leave a lasting impression.
Gold Bar Scams & Modern Fraud: Why Talking Is Y...
Scammers are getting smarter—mixing fear, technology, and isolation to steal life savings through sophisticated gold bar and imposter scams. From AI-cloned voices to fake bank calls, no one is immune....
Gold Bar Scams & Modern Fraud: Why Talking Is Y...
Scammers are getting smarter—mixing fear, technology, and isolation to steal life savings through sophisticated gold bar and imposter scams. From AI-cloned voices to fake bank calls, no one is immune....
Why Working with a Private Jeweler in Carmel Be...
Thinking about buying a custom engagement ring or redesigning heirloom jewelry? Discover why working with a private jeweler in Carmel offers personalized attention, transparent pricing, and expert guidance that big-box...
Why Working with a Private Jeweler in Carmel Be...
Thinking about buying a custom engagement ring or redesigning heirloom jewelry? Discover why working with a private jeweler in Carmel offers personalized attention, transparent pricing, and expert guidance that big-box...
Antique Diamond Cuts Explained: Old European vs...
Curious about antique diamond cuts? Discover the differences between the Old European Cut, Old Mine Cut, and the rare Antique Elongated Cushion. This side-by-side visual comparison breaks down how each...
Antique Diamond Cuts Explained: Old European vs...
Curious about antique diamond cuts? Discover the differences between the Old European Cut, Old Mine Cut, and the rare Antique Elongated Cushion. This side-by-side visual comparison breaks down how each...
On-Site Jewelry Valuation for Insurance Claims ...
When I took my first coast-to-coast on-site jewelry appraisal for an insurance claim, I had no idea it would involve sorting through 50,000 pieces to locate missing high-value items. As...
On-Site Jewelry Valuation for Insurance Claims ...
When I took my first coast-to-coast on-site jewelry appraisal for an insurance claim, I had no idea it would involve sorting through 50,000 pieces to locate missing high-value items. As...
How I Test Scrap Gold in Front of You: Electron...
Thinking of selling your scrap gold? Watch how I test every piece right in front of you using both electronic and acid testing to verify real karat purity. No guessing,...
How I Test Scrap Gold in Front of You: Electron...
Thinking of selling your scrap gold? Watch how I test every piece right in front of you using both electronic and acid testing to verify real karat purity. No guessing,...
Traditional Jeweler vs. Private Jeweler: What’s...
Choosing between a traditional jeweler and a private jeweler can shape your entire jewelry experience. This in-depth guide explores the key differences, including pricing, personalization, CAD jewelry design, and concierge-level...
Traditional Jeweler vs. Private Jeweler: What’s...
Choosing between a traditional jeweler and a private jeweler can shape your entire jewelry experience. This in-depth guide explores the key differences, including pricing, personalization, CAD jewelry design, and concierge-level...