Apr 14, 2023
Mother’s Day is a special occasion to show appreciation to the most important women in our lives. What better way to honor your mom than with a beautiful piece of jewelry? At Charles Schwartz, we have a stunning collection of vintage and designer jewelry that will make your mom feel extra special. Whether she loves… Read more »
Feb 13, 2023
Birthday gifts are extremely hard to shop for, especially when it comes to Jewelry. As your local DC jewelers, we love to help our clients pick out the perfect February birthday gift. DC jewelers guide to the February birthstone Brighten up your dreary February with beautiful birthstone jewelry. The February birthstone is Amethyst. Amethyst is… Read more »
Dec 12, 2022
What is the Birthstone for December? Lucky people born in December have three beautiful birthstones to choose from when picking out their signature jewelry: Tanzanite: Tanzanite is a blue-purple variety of the mineral zoisite, found only in Tanzania. Often used as a duplicate for sapphire, this stone is admired for its deep blue hues and… Read more »
Nov 25, 2022
What is the Birthstone for November? Like many other months, November has more than one gemstone to celebrate those born during it. Topaz and Citrine are both beautiful stones that can be shown in various jewelry pieces. Both gemstones have incredibly rich histories behind them and have been seen in jewelry from various eras of… Read more »
Apr 9, 2020
Diamonds may be a girl’s best friend but those born in April are also lucky enough to have it as their birthstone. If you have a loved one, whether it be a significant other, family member, or friend, that you’re looking for a birthday gift for we can help you find the perfect gift for… Read more »
Mar 10, 2020
Everyone loves a gorgeous piece of jewelry with their birthstone, and March babies are particularly lucky to have the gorgeous aquamarine at their birthstone. Whether you’re looking for a birthday gift or just interested in owning a piece with the lovely gemstone, we can help you find the perfect piece of aquamarine jewelry. Why We… Read more »
Jan 15, 2020
Are you looking for a piece of designer jewelry in DC for your family member, significant other, or friend with a January birthday? Consider garnet, the January birthstone, which comes in colors for everyone and beauty that can’t be missed. Why Garnet Designer Jewelry is a Great Choice Garnets are absolutely stunning gemstones that come… Read more »
Nov 6, 2019
Looking for a gift for a November baby, a holiday or an anniversary present? We have a wide selection of topaz and citrine birthstone jewelry to choose from so you can give a gift they’ll fall in love with. November Birthstone Jewelry: Facts and History of Topaz and Citrine Topaz: This gem comes in several… Read more »
Oct 21, 2019
Opals are known for their striking beauty and uniqueness, and those born in October are lucky enough to call this gem their birthstone. In the 1890s opals started being mined and produced commercially in Australia and have since become widely popular. When you’re looking to buy vintage opal jewelry, whether it be for a loved… Read more »
Sep 17, 2019
Sapphires are one of the most popular alternative gemstones for engagement rings in DC. Whether you’re born in September or not, these stones are a beautiful alternative to diamonds. Engagement Rings in DC: 5 Interesting Facts About Sapphires The word sapphire is derived from the Latin and Greek words for “blue”: sapphirus and sappheiros, which may have originally referred… Read more »
Jul 2, 2019
Rubies, considered to be the kings of gems, are the birthstone for those born in July. With its rich red color, it’s no wonder that this gem symbolizes love, passion, power and enthusiasm for life. For those born in July, or even if you simply love the rich ruby red color, shop our DC vintage… Read more »
Jun 14, 2019
For those born in the month of June, it might seem like you’ve hit the gemstone lottery with not one, but three birthstone options to choose from: pearls, moonstone and alexandrite. All three possess a timeless beauty that is sure to appeal to anyone born in June, making the vintage jewelry in DC crafted from… Read more »
