Love of Fine Jewelry & other Luxuries, by Laura Samano

08/15/2026

08/05/2026

08/05/2026

This badge, currently on view in the French drawing room, represents the Order of the Golden Fleece, which was founded in 1429 by Philippe de Good, Duke of Burgundy, who was born in 1396.

📷: Badge of the Order of the Golden Fleece, Vienna, Austria, 18th-19th c. Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, acc. no. 18.70. Photographed by Edward Owen.

07/29/2026

Suggested Optional Prayer after saying Rosary or Rosary Novena
THE LITANY
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O Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place all my trust in You. (X3)
O Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us All and hear our prayers.
Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, pray for us.
Immaculate Heart of Mary, cause of our joy, pray for us.
Holy Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, pray for us.
Our Blessed Queen Mary, assumed into Heaven, pray for us.
Our Lady, Queen of the Most Holy Trinity, pray for us.
Our Lady, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary, pray for us.
Our Lady of Lourdes, Health of the Sick, pray for us.
Our Lady of Fatima, Refuge of sinners, pray for us.
Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, pray for us.
Our Lady of Loreto, pray for us.
Our Lady of Good Counsel, Seat of Wisdom, pray for us.
Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mystical Rose and Holy Mother of Mexico, pray for us.
Our Lady of Walsingham, Holy Mother of England, pray for us.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, pray for us.
Our Lady of Pompeii, pray for us.
Our Lady of Sorrows, Queen of Poland, pray for us.
Our Lady of Knock, Holy Mother of Ireland, pray for us.
Our Lady, Mother of Perpetual Help, pray for us.
Our Lady, Help of Christians, pray for us.
Our Lady of Akita, Holy Mother of Japan, pray for us.
Our Lady of Good Voyage of Antipolo, pray for us.
Our Lady of Remedies of Odlot, Cebu, Philippines, pray for us.
Our Lady of Manaoag of Pangasinan, pray for us.
Our Lady, Mediatrix of All Graces, pray for us.
Our Lady of Banneux, Holy Mother of Belgium, pray for us.
Our Lady of Vailankanni, Holy Mother of India, pray for us.
Our Lady of Rwanda, Holy Mother of Rwanda, pray for us.
Our Lady, Mirror of Justice, pray for us.
Our Lady, Queen of Peace of Medjugorje, pray for us.
Our Lady, Queen of All Holy Angels and Holy Archangels, pray for us.
Our Lady, Queen of All prophets, pray for us.
Our Lady, Queen of All Holy Saints, pray for us.
Our Lady, Queen of All Martyrs, pray for us.
Our Lady, Queen of All Confessors, pray for us.
Our Lady, Queen of All Blessed Souls, pray for us.
Our Lady, Queen of All Hearts, pray for us.
Our Lady, Queen of All Good Hope, pray for us.
Our Lady, Queen of Mercy, pray for us.
Our Lady, Queen, Most Pure, pray for us.
Our Lady, Mother of the Holy Catholic Church, pray for us.
Our Lady, Queen of All Adorers, pray for us.
Our Lady, Queen of All Families on earth, pray for us.
Our Lady, Queen Mother of us All, pray for us.
O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. (X3)
Glory be to The Father, and to The Son, and to The Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be world without end.
AMEN!

07/12/2026

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07/11/2026

Cherished across cultures, emeralds have long been coveted for the rich symbolism of their color. 🟢​

In Ancient Egypt green symbolized rebirth and hope. In the Greco-Roman world, it was associated with Aphrodite, and later Venus, making emeralds the chosen stones for betrothal and bridal jewelry. Throughout the Middle Ages and the Renaissance in Europe, green continued to symbolize youth and love.​

Discover the history of this gemstone within the exhibition "Garden of Emeralds" in Seoul!​

📅 25.06.2026 – 15.07.2026 ​
📍Futura Seoul – 61, Bukchon-ro, Jongno-gu ​
🔗 Book your visit now: https://accutics.li/mnz8jd
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Appréciées dans de nombreuses cultures, les émeraudes captivent depuis des siècles par l'éclat et la riche symbolique de leur couleur. 🟢​

Dans l’Égypte antique, le vert représente la renaissance et l’espoir. Dans le monde gréco-romain, il est associé à Aphrodite, puis à Vénus, faisant de l'émeraude la pierre de prédilection des bijoux de fiançailles et de mariage. Le vert demeure un symbole de jeunesse et d’amour dans l’Europe médiévale et à la Renaissance.

Découvrez-en plus sur l’histoire de cette gemme dans l’exposition « Garden of Emeralds » à Séoul !​
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📅 25.06.2026 – 15.07.2026 ​
📍Futura Seoul – 61, Bukchon-ro, Jongno-gu ​
🔗 Réservez votre visite dès maintenant : https://accutics.li/mnz8jd

📷 Emerald filigree demi-parure, circa 1830. Gold, diamonds, emeralds. Albion Art Jewellery Collection.​
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06/08/2026

✨ A breathtaking 1950s gold, ruby & diamond brooch featuring five jeweled songbirds perched on a flowering branch 🕊️🌺💎
Adorned with brilliant-cut diamonds and vivid rubies, this extraordinary piece once belonged to Countess Mountbatten.

04/25/2026

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald & Diamond Ribbon Brooch.