The Oxfordum Journal

What makes Akoya pearls special, how to judge luster, surface and size, how they compare with freshwater pearls, and how to care for pearl jewelry.

Solid gold, gold-filled, vermeil and gold-plated jewelry can look identical on day one. Here's how they differ in gold content, durability and price, with the US FTC definitions for each.

Name necklaces, initials, zodiac pieces and Mama necklaces: how to choose a personalized jewelry gift that feels truly meaningful.

How Salvador Dalí's melting clocks became one of art's most famous images, and how that surreal idea inspired a new generation of wearable watches.

Moissanite or diamond? We compare sparkle, hardness, color, price and ethics so you can choose the right stone for an engagement ring or everyday piece.