Your Hands: Have You Ever Thanked Them?

The hand is humanity’s first tool. From the handprints at Cueva de las Manos to the artisan jeweler’s workshop, this is a tribute to this part of the body that we often forget to thank.

The drawer jewel syndrome: what to do with an inheritance you don't dare wear?

Two-thirds of inherited jewelry is never worn. Tax implications, remodeling, recycling: what should you do with a family heirloom you’re too shy to wear?

Hallmarks: The Secret History of Silver and Gold | From the Middle Ages to Today

From the first hallmarks of the Byzantine Empire to Henry VIII's wars, discover how kings, goldsmiths and counterfeiters shaped the precious metal certification system that still protects your jewe...

The sea turtle and its symbolism

In Polynesia, the turtle is a sacred messenger, a protector of travelers, a symbol of resilience. Legends tell of it guiding the first navigators across the Pacific, and it is this quiet strength ...

Solid silver: why does this precious metal last a lifetime?

Solid silver is a metal that stands the test of time. It is resistant to impact, can be repaired when necessary, and recycled without losing its quality. At Honu, I forge it by hand because it is p...

Gold and Silver Price Fluctuations in 2025 and 2026: Impact on the Jewelry Industry and Buying Advice

2025: A record year for gold and silver The year 2025 will go down in history as one of the most exceptional for precious metals. Gold experienced a meteoric rise, breaking historical records w...

The Symbolism of Silver in Viking Culture and the Eddas

The sacred symbolism of money among the Vikings Silver, the metal of the moon, loyalty, and sacred oaths, held a unique place in Norse mythology. The Eddas reveal that it symbolized inner nobility,...

Silver and Tahitian pearl: The Perfect Embrace

There's something magical about combining sterling silver and Tahitian pearls. One captures the light, the other tells a story from the lagoon. Together, they create jewelry that transcends time a...

The Symbolism of Tahitian Pearls: Mystery, strength, and elegance within the jewel

They are called "black pearls." With peacock green hues and steely gray reflections that shift with the light, each Tahitian pearl is born from life, forming over months, even years, within the Pin...

How to recognize genuine Tahitian pearls?

To distinguish an authentic Tahitian pearl from an artificial one, examine three criteria: lustre (deep and multi-reflective), shades (from green to aubergine, with shifting overtones) and surface ...