Stone Stories: Herkimer
Herkimer Quartz, also known as Herkimer Diamonds, are known as the most powerful of all the quartz crystals, with a high frequency vibration that helps attune oneself to the environment,...
Unique Designer Jewelry by Melissa Joy Manning
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The Sprig Collective: Diwash Shakya Jewelry
Diwash Shakya is one of MJM’s master jewelers. He grew up in a small town in Kathmandu from a family of craftsman jewelers, making him a fourth generation Nepalese jeweler....
October Birthstone: Opal
Chemical Formula: SiO₂NH₂O Peaceful, prosperous and malleable, Opal was once considered a talisman that allowed its wearer to recognize both his or her enemies and friends. Enemies caused the opal to...
MJM Love Stories: Sean and Sheila
Although she was part of the design process of her custom engagement ring, an unexpected proposal in the middle of Central Park caught Sheila off guard! The perfect surprise for...
MJM Love Stories: Kasey and Matt
"Working in the store, I see diamonds all the time and wasn't really sure what type of ring I wanted. But on a whim I tried on this ring that...
September Birthstone: Sapphire
Chemical Formula: Al₂O₃ A stone of royalty and wisdom, Sapphire legends are found even in the bible. A signifier of wisdom and insight, this blue jewel became a symbol of strength...
July Birthstone: Ruby
Chemical Formula: Al₂O₃ A majestic stone, the Ruby is the “queen of stones and stone of kings”. Thought to be the most striking of the four precious gems (diamonds, emeralds and...
Mix It Up with Unisex Jewelry
There's nothing inherently gendered about adornment; both male and female humans have a history of wearing jewelry to express themselves. We've seen a huge growth in demand for pieces that reject...
June Birthstone: Pearl and Moonstone
Pearl: CaCO3 Once called the “teardrop of the moon” the pearl is the oldest known gem. Unlike all of the other birthstones, the pearl is not actually a stone but rather...
May Birthstone: Emerald
Chemical Formula: Be₃Al₂SiO₆ Considered a symbol of eternal life in Egypt, Emerald is one of the four “precious” gems. It is a stone said to encompass “all the green of nature”,...
Our Favorite Earth Day Organizations
Here at MJM, it is our goal to not only create beautiful jewelry, but to find new ways to do so that reduce the environmental and social impact that has historically...
April Birthstone: Diamond
Chemical Makeup: C Nicknamed the "King of Gemstones", April's birthstone is the well known diamond. Although popular culture often shows diamonds as clear and dazzlingly cut, they can be found...