US Antique Shows Returns To Los Angeles For The 2nd LA Antique Jewelry & Watch Show - March 21-23, 2014

U.S. Antique Shows Presents Elite Global Brands at the LA Antique Jewelry & Watch Show

The Show Returns to Los Angeles for a Second Year, March 21-23, 2014

Just minutes from the largest jewelry district in the country, U.S. Antique Shows returns to Los Angeles to mark the second year of the LA Antique Jewelry & Watch Show. The event will be hosted at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza in Beverly Hills on March 21-23, 2014.

“After the positive response we received from both dealers and attendees last year, we’re thrilled to return the west coast,” says Dan Darby, GLM vice president and group show director. “Los Angeles is certainly a pivotal place for the jewelry business and we can guarantee that our show will have a stellar array of merchandise that our dealers have collected from all over the world.”

Named the highest attended launch in U.S. Antique Shows’ history, this year’s LA Antique Jewelry & Watch Show will bring even more one-of-a-kind treasures to the City of Angels. Famous global brands, such as Cartier, Rolex, Tiffany & Co., Bulgari, Harry Winston and more, will be featured by 100 world renowned dealers. In addition, signature and distinctive pieces previously owned by celebrities, musicians and socialites will be showcased alongside collections of antique and estate jewelry, watches and precious stones.

Emerald Ear Pendants
from Yafa Signed Jewels

Jeff Josephson of Raymond Lee Jewelers is excited about the selection of antique jewelry and watches he’ll be displaying at this year’s show. "We’ll be showcasing an all pave diamond ladies Patek Philippe 24, our most extensive collection of large, important GIA diamonds ranging from 3 carats to 10, a rare Rolex 18078 with a bloodstone dial, several large, GIA certified fancy yellow diamonds, and a large selection of vintage and antique designer jewelry including a platinum and diamond pin custom made by Van Cleef & Arpels."

Illinois based Jeff Cohen of N. Green and Sons is looking forward to participating in this west coast event. “We plan on bringing vintage watches, Rolex watches in particular. We will also have a few pieces of celebrity owned jewelry from Cher, Elizabeth Taylor, Mary Pickford, Bob Hope and Audrey Meadows, among others. We specialize in Art Deco and Art Nouveau, so we will be showcasing a large collection of estate jewelry from those design periods.”

Show times are Friday, March 21 to Saturday, March 22 from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 23 from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Admission is $20 to attend all three days. For more information about the show or to purchase tickets, call 239.732.6642 or visit www.LAAntiqueJewelry.com.

About U.S. Antique Shows

The LA Antique Jewelry & Watch Show is produced by U.S. Antique Shows, a division of GLM. U.S. Antique Shows, the world’s largest producer of indoor antique shows, focuses on presenting a wide range of antiques as well as antique, vintage and estate jewelry and watches to 50,000 consumers annually. The company is the only producer that serves the unique needs of the antique and antique jewelry industry supporting sales in Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, Miami Beach and New York. Their shows host internationally recognized dealers promoting the purchase of rare and unusual historic merchandise to antiques collectors, novice enthusiasts,  socialites and celebrities. U.S. Antique Shows draws more than 3,000 dealers from 22 countries worldwide exhibiting their signature collections in 400,000 net square feet across nine shows.

For more information, visit www.USAntiqueShows.com, like us on Facebook: Facebook.com/LAAntiqueJewelryAndWatchShow, follow us on Twitter: @USAntiqueShows and explore our Pinterest:Pinterest.com/USAntiqueShows. Check out our new blog at www.USAntiqueShows.com/TheQuill.aspx

L.A. Jewelry District to Host L.A. Antique Jewelry & Watch Show!

Nation’s Largest Jewelry District to Host L.A. Antique Jewelry & Watch Show

Major Producer of Antique Shows Brings Latest Event to Los Angeles 

March 22-24, 2013

U.S. Antique Shows, a major producer of antique shows in North America, announced today that the L.A. Antique Jewelry & Watch Show will be held March 22-24, 2013 at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza. The Show is expected to draw hundreds of connoisseurs to more than 100 of the top, industry-leading dealers in the antique jewelry business.

The Show is a must-attend for anyone with an interest in the most coveted antique and estate jewelry in the world. Some of the collections that will be presented at the Show include rare and unique jewelry and watches from famous brands including Cartier, Rolex, Tiffany & Co., David Webb, Suzanne Belperron, Harry Winston, Patek Philippe and Van Cleef & Arpels to name a few. Signed pieces previously owned by celebrities and royalty will also be presented as well as cameos, rings, decorative necklaces, brooches, gemstones and pendants represented by all eras of jewelry history from the Renaissance to the Art Deco era.

“We are thrilled to be able to bring together dealers and antique jewelry enthusiasts in the market that boasts the largest jewelry district in the country,” said Dan Darby, group fair director. “For more than 50 years, our shows have been well received in some of the most vibrant cities in the United States, so it only made sense for us to bring our show to Los Angeles. We look forward to introducing local antique collectors to some of the most unique pieces ever offered on the West Coast.”

Dealers from across the country will present their top-selling selections, including:
• Raymond Lee Jewelers features a collection of diamonds and gemstones, including a 12-carat internally flawless fancy yellow ring, an 18 karat unheated Ceylon sapphire and diamond platinum cocktail ring, and a vintage Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. diamond ring. Rare and vintage luxury watches round out an impressive selection.
• Jerome Heidenreich Inc. introduces a vast collection of vintage bridal rings from their new division, Trumpet & Horn, as well as rare Art Deco diamond bracelets and jewelry.
• J.S. Fearnley unveils a variety of platinum pieces set with various precious gems, including an Art Deco platinum and diamond pendant by Tiffany & Co., as well as a large selection of antique rings.

“We are excited to be part of the L.A. Antique Jewelry & Watch Show and see this opportunity as another chance for us to increase our visibility in the industry,” said Jerome Heidenreich, owner of Jerome Heidenreich, Inc. “U.S. Antique Shows has done a tremendous job in bringing a variety of the latest antiques to key markets at each and every show and we look forward to future shows.”

The L.A. Antique Jewelry and Watch Show will provide unprecedented exposure to exhibitors and collectors dedicated to this thriving industry. Show times are 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. on March 22 – 23 and 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. on March 24. Admission is $20 to attend all three days. For more information about the show, or to purchase tickets, please call (239) 732-6642 or visit  www.LAAntiqueJewelry.com 

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About US Antique Shows
A division of GLM Shows, US Antique Shows is the nation’s leading producer of antique and antique jewelry and watch shows for the consumer and trade markets. With shows in Miami Beach, Las Vegas, New York and Los Angeles, US Antique Shows draw annually more than 1,500 dealers exhibiting merchandise to more than 28,000 consumers. Additional information is available online at www.USAntiqueShows.com.

About GLM Shows
The L.A. Antique Jewelry & Watch Show is produced by GLM®. GLM is a leading producer and marketer of consumer product tradeshows in North America, serving industries as diverse as antiques, jewelry, art, giftware, home furnishings, social stationery, home textiles, tabletop, gourmet housewares, contemporary furniture, personal care, surf, skate, water sports, swim and resorts. Additional information about GLM is available online at www.glmshows.com. For additional information, visit www.USAntiqueShows.com.

Vendor Spotlight - Liv Haley

Have you noticed the new star in the LA sky?  Liv Haley is the creation of best friends and Sister-In Laws...drawing their inspiration from the sights and colors of Los Angeles and their piece of the sun drenched landscapes of Southern California and the local ocean shores.


Working in a full range of metals Sterling Slver, 18k Gold Vermeil and 14k Gold, the Liv Haley brand incorporates stunning gems both traditional and rare in their workshops in the Los Angeles area.


The Liv Haley Story (from their website):

before olivia thornhill and hali thornhill, co creators and designers of liv haley, became both sister n laws and friends, their individual paths were clearly and inextricably leading them to this perfect union.

olivia spent 15 years as an award winning stylist for editorial and tv, traveling all over the world with some of the top directors and photographers in the business. combining her signature touch of pitch perfect taste and a relentless need for perfection, she has styled some of the most recognizable personalities in film, television, music
and sports.

hali, an accredited gemologist who has been custom designing jewelry for the past 10 years, has had a fascination with the marriage of stone and metal for as long as she can remember. using a combination of elements from her ‘favorite things’, she made her first piece of jewelry when she was 12 years old.

the girls have taken their passion for jewelry, fashion and design to create simple yet sophisticated pieces that make up the stylish and contemporary jewelry collection of liv haley. each piece combines a balance of elegance and relaxed luxury with classic, easy to wear designs.

Raspberry Sapphires & Rustic Diamonds - Michael M. ROCKED The Gracies...

"For 60 years, the Alliance for Women in Media (formerly AWRT) has served as the voice and resource for women in the media. And for more than three decades, the Foundation has been a leader in celebrating and honoring programming created for women, by women and about women, as well as individuals who have made exemplary contributions to the industry. The Gracies strive to encourage the realistic and faceted portrayal of women in entertainment, commercials, news, features and other programs."

Angela Kinsey selected a ring from MICHAEL M. for her final look of the evening, while hosting the "37th Annual Gracie National Awards" on May 22nd in Los Angeles:

Ring style SR1003P

8 carats of oval and pear-shaped faceted raw sapphires, 

with diamond accents

Retail price: $930

Tia Mowry selected jewelry from MICHAEL M. for the "37th Annual Gracie National Awards" on May 22nd in Los Angeles:

Earrings Style ER192

Enchanting celestial earrings featuring 8.19 carats fancy rustic diamonds, yellow & white diamonds

Retail $26,000

Total carat weight 8.19ct

Bangles Style BR110

Sparkling Diamond Eternity Bangles

Retail $6,710 Each

Total carat weight 2.34ct each

About Michael M.

Founded in 2008 by father and son Michael and Peter Meksian, Michael M. prides itself on designing fashion and bridal jewelry collections with an edgy yet sophisticated twist. All pieces are one-of-a-kind, and hand-crafted by skilled artisans in the their downtown Los Angeles workshop, using the finest quality precious metals and sparkling gemstones. Michael M. designs appeal to trendsetting women who want longevity from their fine jewelry purchases.

www.michaelmcollection.com 

Celebrity Jewel: Kwiat on the Red Carpet

Kazanjian Red Diamond at LA Natural History Museum

Famed Red Diamond Returns to Natural History Museum
Los Angeles’ Kazanjian Foundation Brings Storied Gemstone Back Through May 29th

The "Kazanjian Red" drew thousands of visitors when it first appeared at the Museum last October. It left four months later, stopping in Carlsbad, California where it was scrutinized by gem experts at the Gemological Institute of America. Now the diamond has returned for a second engagement in the Museum’s Gem and Mineral Hall. It will be on view from April 6 to May 29, 2009.

Though there are many diamonds with a pink hue, true blood-red diamonds are the rarest of gems — only three large stones are known to exist. And of that trio, none has as fascinating and exciting history as the Kazanjian Red.

Found around 1927 in the diamond fields of South Africa, the red diamond was a sensational discovery. During World War II, it was stolen in Arnhem during Nazi occupation of the Netherlands, and hidden in a salt mine with other looted treasures. When it was recovered by American soldiers, it was initially mistaken for a ruby.

The diamond’s original owners did not survive the war and the gem was eventually sold. It passed through several hands, including those of mining entrepreneur Sir Ernest Oppenheimer, until it was purchased by a private collector in 1970. There it remained hidden until 2007 when it was purchased by Los Angeles-based Kazanjian Bros. Inc. This is its first exhibition in the U.S.

Founded in 1918, Kazanjian Bros. Inc. is a family business that started in New York, established a Los Angeles salon in 1928, and moved to Beverly Hills in 1969. James Kazanjian's lifelong search for unusual and exquisite gems took him all over the world. During his worldwide travels, he was able to acquire jewels from the Maharajahs in India, the largest rubies and sapphires in the world, and other historical jewels from a variety of luminaries. Through the display and sale of private jewelry collections, the company’s Kazanjian Foundation raises funds for scholarship programs for underprivileged youths.

The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is located at 900 Exposition Boulevard. The Museum is open seven days a week, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $9 for adults, $6.50 for students and seniors; and $2 for children 5-12. For 24-hour Museum information please call (213) 763-DINO or visit www.nhm.org.