Our Top 5 Diamond Engagement Ring Shapes of 2026
One of the things I love most about my job is seeing which stones people gravitate towards - it's incredibly personal. Engagement ring trends are always evolving, and certain shapes...
The Serpentine Files
Your Gemologist’s Guide to Buying Blue Sapphires
Sapphires are renowned for their luminous color, remarkable durability, and enduring appeal. Composed of the mineral corundum, these deep, velvety blue stones are second only to diamonds in hardness, making...
From Line Bracelet to Tennis Bracelet: How Diamonds Got on the Court
Of all the jewelry names we use without thinking twice, “tennis bracelet” might have the best backstory. Because before it became one of the most ubiquitous pieces in a jewelry...
What Makes a Signed Piece Investment-Worthy?
The Signature Myth Clients often ask me if a signed piece of jewelry is a good investment. The answer? The right pieces absolutely can be, but a signature alone doesn't...
The East-West Setting. Timeless or a Trend?
I have a very clear opinion on east-west settings: I love them, and I don’t think they’re going anywhere. They’ve been part of our design language at Serpentine from the...
Why More Women Are Choosing Eternity Bands Instead of Traditional Engagement Rings
We talked to ELLE about this exact subject last week in a conversation about Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper’s rings, and it’s something I’ve been seeing more and more with...
The 10 Antique Jewelry Terms Every Collector Should Know
One of the things I love most about antique jewelry is that there's always more to learn. The terminology isn't just collector jargon - it's the language that reveals a...
Comparing Fancy Intense and Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamonds
If you've spent any time exploring the world of natural yellow diamonds, you've probably come across the terms Fancy Intense Yellow and Fancy Vivid Yellow. They're two of the most...
Our Guide to Buying Diamond Stud Earrings
Diamond studs are a Serpentine specialty and the ultimate jewelry box essential. A hallmark of elegance, studs make anyone look instantly more pulled together, and can be worn from sunrise...
The Tennis Bracelet
In the ever-evolving world of jewelry, one piece remains eternally chic and unquestionably timeless: the tennis bracelet. An instant way to elevate any outfit, a tennis bracelet transcends trends making...
A Guide to Our Eternity Band Collection
INFINITE POSSIBILITIES An eternity band from Serpentine Jewels is the ultimate celebration of love and commitment, making it a meaningful choice for engagements, weddings, or anniversaries. In true Serpentine style,...
The Serpentine Guide to Greenwich, CT
Many of our clients who pay a visit to The Serpentine Townhouse, our atelier located in downtown Greenwich, CT ask me for local recommendations in the area for spending an...
A Lesson in Side Stones
Few designs are more timeless than a three-stone ring—one of our most popular settings. Typically crafted with a larger center stone flanked by two smaller stones, these rings are also...
Gemstones & Their Cuts
Selecting a stone shape is one of the most important personal preference decisions when choosing a diamond or gemstone. At Serpentine, we often gravitate towards "fancy shapes" - ovals, cushions,...
The Art of The Serpentine Ring Jacket
In addition to dinner rings, custom ring jackets are some of our favorite bespoke projects at Serpentine. There are few things more exciting to us than the idea of transforming...