Opals & Gemstones

The Ephemeral Beauty of Nature

The Ephemeral Beauty of Nature

nicole gluckman

The next time you spend the day outdoors, observe how sunlight paints an ever-changing scene. One moment, a bloom or the surface of the sea may appear a pale blue...

The Ephemeral Beauty of Nature

nicole gluckman

The next time you spend the day outdoors, observe how sunlight paints an ever-changing scene. One moment, a bloom or the surface of the sea may appear a pale blue...

Waves Crashing around Poseidons Trident

Chaos or calm ... There's Beauty in Both

nicole gluckman

The sea is both a place of chaos and calm. And not just the water itself but the beings within it. From Poseidon to pufferfish, the pendulum can quickly swing...

Chaos or calm ... There's Beauty in Both

nicole gluckman

The sea is both a place of chaos and calm. And not just the water itself but the beings within it. From Poseidon to pufferfish, the pendulum can quickly swing...

The love language that has us smitten

The love language that has us smitten

nicole gluckman

An Airbus A350 (considered one of the best, most efficient commercial aircraft) can fly about 10,000 nautical miles in a single journey. But so can albatross. And with zero technology....

The love language that has us smitten

nicole gluckman

An Airbus A350 (considered one of the best, most efficient commercial aircraft) can fly about 10,000 nautical miles in a single journey. But so can albatross. And with zero technology....

Manta Ray Featured Image

The Truth is in the Shadows

nicole gluckman

Truth often lurks in the shadows. And in no place is this truer than the depths of the sea. Its shimmering surface covets a world of magnificent life below …...

The Truth is in the Shadows

nicole gluckman

Truth often lurks in the shadows. And in no place is this truer than the depths of the sea. Its shimmering surface covets a world of magnificent life below …...

Film Strip of Salvador Dali

True Artistry Emerges from Idiosyncrasies

nicole gluckman

Many famous artists have preferred to conceal themselves in the shadows of their creations. Salvador Dalí was not one of those artists. Ironically, his remains are located quite literally in...

True Artistry Emerges from Idiosyncrasies

nicole gluckman

Many famous artists have preferred to conceal themselves in the shadows of their creations. Salvador Dalí was not one of those artists. Ironically, his remains are located quite literally in...

Unicorn

Sometimes Magic Lies in the Beauty of Nature Si...

nicole gluckman

With a unique opal pendant featured in each necklace from our Unicorn Tear series, we find the name rather fitting. After all, we can’t think of a creature quite as...

Sometimes Magic Lies in the Beauty of Nature Si...

nicole gluckman

With a unique opal pendant featured in each necklace from our Unicorn Tear series, we find the name rather fitting. After all, we can’t think of a creature quite as...

An Evergreen Tradition

An Evergreen Tradition

nicole gluckman

Every year, cities worldwide (unofficially) contend to erect the most awe-inspiring outdoor Christmas tree display. Some that may instantly come to mind include those displayed at Rockefeller Center in New...

An Evergreen Tradition

nicole gluckman

Every year, cities worldwide (unofficially) contend to erect the most awe-inspiring outdoor Christmas tree display. Some that may instantly come to mind include those displayed at Rockefeller Center in New...

Happy Dog

With Positive Thought, Innovation Emerges

nicole gluckman

If you’ve ever gone hiking during winter or fall, you’ve likely come home with burrs stuck to your socks or clinging to your sweater. Not only do they peskily grip...

With Positive Thought, Innovation Emerges

nicole gluckman

If you’ve ever gone hiking during winter or fall, you’ve likely come home with burrs stuck to your socks or clinging to your sweater. Not only do they peskily grip...

A Classic Pivot that Turned Squares into Diamonds

A Classic Pivot that Turned Squares into Diamonds

nicole gluckman

What do the Duke of Windsor, the Scottish Clan of Campbell, and the sport of golf all have in common? Why, textiles, of course.And not just any old textile, but...

A Classic Pivot that Turned Squares into Diamonds

nicole gluckman

What do the Duke of Windsor, the Scottish Clan of Campbell, and the sport of golf all have in common? Why, textiles, of course.And not just any old textile, but...

Interview with Jewelry Designer, Nicki Gluckman

Get to know Nicki

nicole gluckman

We know that purchasing jewelry online can feel intimidating. Will the jewelry be what I expect? Will I receive the customer support I need? and I’m not ready to commit...

Get to know Nicki

nicole gluckman

We know that purchasing jewelry online can feel intimidating. Will the jewelry be what I expect? Will I receive the customer support I need? and I’m not ready to commit...

Opal Ring that almost never was

The Ring that Almost Never Was...

nicole gluckman

Remember this ring?Its facade is dreamy (if we may say so ourselves), but its journey to become so wasn’t exactly seamless.You might recall that the opal cracked during setting— a...

The Ring that Almost Never Was...

nicole gluckman

Remember this ring?Its facade is dreamy (if we may say so ourselves), but its journey to become so wasn’t exactly seamless.You might recall that the opal cracked during setting— a...

Cracked Opal turned into Beautiful Ring

When Life Gives you Lemons

nicole gluckman

It never feels good when things don’t go as planned. In fact, those moments can leave us feeling downright shattered. If you read about our latest creation gone wrong, you...

When Life Gives you Lemons

nicole gluckman

It never feels good when things don’t go as planned. In fact, those moments can leave us feeling downright shattered. If you read about our latest creation gone wrong, you...

Interview with an Opal Cutter

An Interview With An Australian Opal Cutter

nicole gluckman

Traveling to the Tucson Gem Show this year was a little different than in years past. We opted to bypass some of the bigger venues in exchange for smaller and more intimate...

An Interview With An Australian Opal Cutter

nicole gluckman

Traveling to the Tucson Gem Show this year was a little different than in years past. We opted to bypass some of the bigger venues in exchange for smaller and more intimate...

Tuscon Gem Show

Adventures in Tucson: NIXIN Jewelry Attends the...

nicole gluckman

The jewelry industry offers an ongoing circuit of events to attend. For those who enjoy travel, it’s possible to be on the road continuously. From shows like Couture and JCK...

Adventures in Tucson: NIXIN Jewelry Attends the...

nicole gluckman

The jewelry industry offers an ongoing circuit of events to attend. For those who enjoy travel, it’s possible to be on the road continuously. From shows like Couture and JCK...

Tuscon Gem Show

The Tucson Gem Show: What is it, when is it, an...

nicole gluckman

Each new year, as holiday season gears down for most, many of us in the jewelry industry are gearing up for one of the biggest events of the year. And...

The Tucson Gem Show: What is it, when is it, an...

nicole gluckman

Each new year, as holiday season gears down for most, many of us in the jewelry industry are gearing up for one of the biggest events of the year. And...

What is the Difference Between a Pendant and a ...

nicole gluckman

Shop Opal Necklaces Shop Opal Rings Shop Opal Earrings In the world of fine opal jewelry, there exists a broad vernacular to describe the range of pieces available for choosing....

What is the Difference Between a Pendant and a ...

nicole gluckman

Shop Opal Necklaces Shop Opal Rings Shop Opal Earrings In the world of fine opal jewelry, there exists a broad vernacular to describe the range of pieces available for choosing....

Can You Shower With Opal Jewelry

Can You Shower With Opal Jewelry

nicole gluckman

Shop Opal Necklaces Shop Opal Rings Shop Opal Earrings Opal is widely known around the world for its wide range of color and lively fire. Yet so many questions linger...

Can You Shower With Opal Jewelry

nicole gluckman

Shop Opal Necklaces Shop Opal Rings Shop Opal Earrings Opal is widely known around the world for its wide range of color and lively fire. Yet so many questions linger...

Underwater Opal Mines in Slovakia

The Wonders of The Underwater Opal Mines in Slo...

nicole gluckman

For years, Australia has been the world’s leading Opal producer. The nation is responsible for over 95% of Opal mined and sold on the market. Australia is no less than a titan in...

The Wonders of The Underwater Opal Mines in Slo...

nicole gluckman

For years, Australia has been the world’s leading Opal producer. The nation is responsible for over 95% of Opal mined and sold on the market. Australia is no less than a titan in...

Opal Rings

Australian Opal Mining Fields --- An in-depth l...

nicole gluckman

Do you own an Opal ring or other item of Opal jewelry? Perhaps someone in your family does? Well, chances are that the Opal it sports hails from Australia. Opals...

Australian Opal Mining Fields --- An in-depth l...

nicole gluckman

Do you own an Opal ring or other item of Opal jewelry? Perhaps someone in your family does? Well, chances are that the Opal it sports hails from Australia. Opals...

Uses of Opals

Uses of Opals

luis gomez

It takes millions of years for a single Opal to form — to finesse its way into existence.  Each stone is a product of natural forces and perhaps a bit of...

Uses of Opals

luis gomez

It takes millions of years for a single Opal to form — to finesse its way into existence.  Each stone is a product of natural forces and perhaps a bit of...