Tanzanites come from only one place on earth, Africa’s Rift Valley, which is located about 25 miles from Tanzania’s Mount Kilimanjaro. Unlike diamonds, Tanzanites have only been around since 1967. Many people even predict that all Tanzanites will be mined out with the next 25 years.

Aside from being a rare jewelry piece, Tanzanites have a spiritual meaning. One of Africa’s local tribes, the Massai Tribesmen, give their newborns Tanzanites as a symbol of life and new beginnings. The tribe also uses this gem with other blue beads and clothing to honor fertility and feel connected with nature. In addition, Tanzanite is the official birthstone of December.

Among the celebrities to wear Tanzanites, you can find Shaun Robinson, Cate Blachett, and Penelope Cruz. We love how Penelope Cruz’s tanzanite earrings make her look read carpet- ready!

With its rarity level at its highest, this gem continues to make headlines. From hitting the red carpets to being considered more valuable than diamonds, this gem can be your next greatest jewelry piece.

Ask the staff at George Press to help you find the perfect tanzanite for you. Feel fabulous and unique just like your new tanzanite jewelry piece!

Visit George Press to find what is in bloom for this Mother’s Day! We all know that flowers are a wonderful gift. Make this year different by giving her flowers that will last a lifetime. From rings to necklaces we have something for all the special women in your life.

With so many flowers in bloom this season, our variety is endless. Many of our jewelry pieces are inspired by this season’s flowers. Cherry Blossoms are one of our favorites. The light pink colors of these earrings are a beautiful choice for a casual wear and can be easily turned into an elegant accessory.

If you are looking for something in bright, spring colors, check out our George Press jewelry collection. Some of our jewelry pieces are adorned with gems in rich, deep colors. Not only will your mother feel special with this royal blue tanzanite pendant but she will look absolutely beautiful.

At George Press, you can also personalize your Mother’s Day gift. Capture a special moment with one of our Monica Rich Kosann lockets. In addition, the flower detail on the locket will make your mother fall in love with her gift even more.

Make this Mother’s Day an unforgettable one with a gift that says “Thank You for all that you have done for me!” Stop by our store for all your Mother’s Day shopping. With several years in the jewelry industry, our staff is fully qualified to help you find the perfect gift.

When you first think about pearls what usually comes to mind are white, perfectly smooth and round. The truth is that pearls come in many colors.  At George Press, our pearl collections include a wide variety of pearls that are each unique and come in different shades of grey.  Simple, classy, or edgy…we have something for you.

This Honora Tuxedo pearl necklace, is perfect for a fun night out on the town and a great accessory to any outfit.  The different shades of grey make it easy to mix and match with other jewelry pieces.

This one of a kind, Couture pearl necklace by Ivanka Trump makes a bold statement and completes your outfit with style. You can never go wrong with a strand of pearls. Timeless, classic, effortless and will always be in style.

Among our collections, you will find a variety of bracelets, rings, and earrings to accessorize your pearls. Pearls are versatile as an accessory and go with just about anything. Here at George Press, we want to take care of our jewelry lovers. Whether it’s helping you find something in the store or creating a special piece just for you, we will make sure it’s glamorous…“We aim to please, Miss Steele.”

You will fall in love with pearls just like Anastasia did with Christian Grey from 50 Shades of Grey by E.L. James. Visit us to experience over 50 shades of grey and along with those endless possibilities of jewelry choices.

“Keep calm and listen to your inner goddess”

“– Anastasia, 50 Shades of Grey by E.L. James.

Some of the best jewelry collections found today belong to royal families through out the world. Among these collections you can find some of the best craftsmanship and antique jewelry designs. From tiaras to engagement rings some of the jewels found are one of a kind.

One of the most famous royals to capture the hearts of many, Princess Diana, is most known for wearing the Cambridge Lover’s Knot tiara. The tiara has been with the royal family since 1913 and was given as a wedding gift to Princess Diana by the Queen. The tiara is designed with 19 openwork arches decorated with diamonds and oriental pearls.

One of the most extraordinary collections of royal jewelry belongs to Queen Elizabeth II. Today this collection is estimated to be worth over $300 million. Many of the jewelry pieces found among the collection are inherited and have been passed down through history to be worn by royals at special occasions. Royal jewels are considered a sign of stability and continuity for the royal family.

Among her collection, Queen Elizabeth II has made a bold statement with her Brazil Parure jewels. In 1953, Queen Elizabeth II was given this jewelry set by the president of Brazil. The matching necklace and earrings are made of large aquamarines surrounded by diamonds. The necklace alone has nine aquamarines. In later years, the Queen had a matching tiara made to also form part of this jewelry set.

In more recent royalty news, the photograph of the Diamond Jubilee portrait of the Queen was released. In it, she wore Queen Victoria’s Collet Necklace, which has been worn by five other generations of royalty. The necklace is made of large diamonds with a center diamond in a tear shape.

You don’t have to be in line for the thrown to look and feel like royalty. George Press Jewelers has many collections that include necklaces and earrings with designs that have large gems surrounded by diamonds. Stop in today and make all your friends bow down to your new fabulous jewelry.

Titanic 3D will hit the theaters this week. In addition to reliving some of the most romantic moments on the big screen, what we are most anxious to see is that beautiful, deep blue, heart-shaped pendent known as the ‘Heart of the Ocean.’ 

For all my jewelry lovers, here is a bit of sad news…the ‘Heart of the Ocean’ actually did not exist on the Titanic. This beautiful necklace is based of the famous ‘Hope Diamond’ that belonged to King Louis XVI of France. Today, the ‘Hope Diamond’ can be found in the Smithsonian Natural History Museum in Washington, D.C.

However, many of us probably remember seeing Celine Deon wear the ‘Heart of the Ocean’ during her performance at the Oscars in 1998. This necklace was actually inspired by the film, Titanic, and made afterwards. The pendent Celine Dion wore was made of a 170 carat sapphire surrounded by sixty-five 30-carat diamonds.

Here is some good news- you don’t have to live a tragic romance to look absolutely gorgeous with a large diamond pendant. George Press Jewelers has many diamond pendant necklaces to match your specific desires. If you want to follow in the Titanic spirit some of our jewelry collections include heart shaped gems. There are also different sizes to choose from, for those who prefer smaller-sized jewelry.

Come in today to find the heart that will make you fall in love with jewelry all over again.

The day you get married is a day for celebration, therefore, as a bride it is important to look your best. At George Press Jewelers we understand what this means and would love to be part of all your celebrations.

Many of our jewelry collections are inspired by brides and are specially designed to represent the love shared by two special people. Before you go shopping, here are a couple of helpful tips.

Every bride is different; there are some who love the simplicity in things while others go for more over-the-top accessories. There are no rules…explore different styles, colors, and even gems. You never know if your special day may require pearls instead of diamonds, or a blue tanzaninte pendent instead of a single diamond solitare.

In any case, when you do go shopping, ask a staff member for advice. At George Press, our staff is composed of experts who have been in the business for many years. They would be more than happy to answer your questions and even suggest jewelry pieces to help you find the right fit. Just this past week, our experts attended The Park Avenue Club exclusive Bridal Event to help brides select the perfect accessories for their wedding day.

Stop in this week to see some of our selections of bridal jewelry, including designs by Tacori, Verragio, Scott Kay, Ritani,  Christopher Designs and our very own George Press Jewelry Collection. Also ask about our custom design jewelry services.

Look your best in all your bridal celebrations with jewelry that captivates your essence and represents the love you share with your soul mate.

With flower designs sprouting around everywhere, let this spring season become your inspiration for your style. You will definitely feel a sense of happiness as you accessories your outfit with flower design jewelry, whether it’s a bracelet, necklace, or ring.

The one thing to be on the lookout for is of course…color! Now since it is spring and not summer, bright colors work but look even better if they are mixed with pastels and lighter tones. Because spring means new life, your accessories should bring smiles and joy to you and your style!

Former supermodel, Janice Dickinson, looks spring ready with her light turquoise, flower ring. Can’t you just see the excitement on her?

You don’t have to be a model to know how to pick your accessories. We love our first lady, Michelle Obama’s fuchsia flower necklace. The pearls around the flower give it a balance making this accessory appropriate for professional attire.

Among the Brumani jewelry collection, found at George Press, you can find these flower and pearl earrings and pastel flower design earrings.

For all my bracelet lovers, Brumani also has some divine flower design bracelets that will just make you feel ready to go stroll through the park this spring.

For more flower inspired accessories consult one of our staff members at George Press Jewelers. We understand the importance of looking absolutely beautiful all throughout the year. Make us your number one visit during your Spring Shopping this year!

And of course with green jewelry come emeralds! Emeralds are rare gems that are best known for their rich green color. You can find about any type of jewelry with emeralds, such as rings, necklaces, earrings, and bracelets. They are always a fun choice during this time if you find the right jewelry piece.

Many celebrities have stopped the world with their over the top green accessories.In recent news, Oscar nominee, Viola Davis, styled her already green gala dress with large but classy teardrop emerald earrings.

Elizabeth Taylor continues to mesmerize the world with her gorgeous princess like jewelry. Among her iconic jewelry collection guess what we found… diamond and green, emerald earrings!

Our favorite Spice Girl, Victoria Beckham, wore a large emerald, cocktail ring to the Oscar’s after party. This accessory was the right color pop to her pale grey dress. Ladies learn from this fashion icon and add some color to your even more discrete outfits.

This month try your luck and add green emerald jewelry found at George Press Jewelers.   Talk to one of our staff members about finding the right green jewelry piece for you and ask about our lovely green gem ring set!

As celebrities rolled up for an unforgettable night in their beautiful, elegant dresses or just outrages, ‘what-were-you-thinking’ ones, we noticed a trend among some of them ….Bows! To our surprise some of the most elegant dresses were styled with a lovely bow accessory.

Now here is the best part, you can wear a bow in almost any way possible. Whether you wear it on your dress, on your shoes, as a ring, a necklace, or brooch, a bow can be the right accessory piece for you.

Our favorite from the night is Michelle Williams, who wore a diamond bow brooch pinned on the right side of her dress. This accessory gave her that final spark to make her bright orange dress perfect for the evening. Her petite bow is definitely a fashion trend to be on the look out for.

Other actresses like Emma Stone and Melissa Leo decided to take a more traditional approach and wore fabric bows on their dresses.

Here at George Press we can make you Oscar ready! Visit us to check out Ivanka Trump’s Bow Collection that includes diamond studded bow rings in rose gold, rose gold earrings with diamond accents, and rose gold chain necklaces with diamond accents. To find more bow accessories in different sizes, colors, and styles ask one of our staff members. Here at George Press we are always happy to help you stay fashionable with the latest trends and feel red carpet ready!

This tradition began in the 5^th century in Ireland. According to stories, St. Bridget complained to St. Patrick that it was unfair for women to wait patiently for men to propose. St. Patrick then agreed to let women propose on Leap Day. Nearby countries also adapted this tradition and in some, like Scotland, fines were created for the men who turned down a proposal.

With Leap Day around the corner, women across the country are gathering a lot of courage and searching for the right ring. Yes, you read it right, “the right ring for HIM,” a mangagement ring, an engagement ring for guys!  Mangagement rings are perfect for a woman who wants to turn the tables in a relationship and pop the question to her guy- what better way to celebrate leap year this year!

This new trend seems to be showing up more often across the nation, even on celebrities like Michael Buble. Engagement rings for men are a new concept here in the United States. In some countries, like Argentina, Brazil, and Korea it is very common for men and women to wear engagement rings with their bride-to-be. Designs vary from simple yet elegant bands to different tones with diamond centers.  According to a recent survey in Men’s Health and TheKnot.com, 17% of men want one!

At George Press Jewelers, our staff is more than happy to help find the perfect ring for your husband-to-be…even if it is not leap year!