The Making of a (Scrimshaw) Mermaid

Scrimshaw, the technique of hand-engraving + inking illustrations into shells, gemstones and other materials, dates back to whalers of the late 18th century; scrimshanders of yore created their hand-etched pieces...

Winter Aquamarines

Cool hues, often celestial and always understated – aquamarine gems are an HBJ favorite. Whilst some aquamarines are viridescent in shade and synonymous with warmer weather; the bluer...

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Giving Better This Season – Rosie's Place

This week HBJ is donating 10% of sales to Rosie's Place, the USA's first women's shelter; as well as offering free shipping as a little extra incentive.  It...

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Pre-Holiday Delights

Here at HBJ we are working hard to get some new goodies up on the website! Here are a few of our favorites:    ...

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West Coast Adventure

Last week I went on a road trip with two other Boston jewelers, Sophie and Lauren. We traveled from San Francisco to Portland to Seattle,...

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GAR

GAR was my nickname for my Great Aunt Ruth. When I was little, I would travel to her home to be completely spoiled by this special...

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Weathers of Nature

I remember, as a little girl, tracing my fingertips over the ornate patterns left on shells after years of tumbling through the ocean. I would...

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Kyanite

This brilliant blue stone is a deep cobalt blue, translucent with fascinating color inclusions. They are often found striped with colors ranging from pale yellow...

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Oysters for Warren Heritage Foundation

Warren, RI is where the Blount legacy resides- Blount Boats and Blount Seafood are there, along with much of my extended family. For the Warren...

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Summer Green

These little emeralds are perfect for a fresh summery day. Made of silver and 14k gold, the green cuties are certainly a pop of color.

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