https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ancient-history-jewelry-stories--6291942https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>enHistoryCopyright Melisehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/6ecbf3f59e4a34fcf134649bb6bb3c1e.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ancient-history-jewelry-stories--6291942Thu, 25 Sep 2025 18:25:18 +0000MeliseMelisefeeds@spreaker.comA deep dive into history through the lens of jewelry! I'm Melise, a goldsmith trained in ancient techniques. Join me as we go down the rabbit hole of jewelry history, exploring topics that will expand our view of our ancient ancestors as...https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>yesepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/influential-women-jewelers-of-the-arts-and-crafts-movement-part-4--67899576d91c48bd-5580-40cd-b84a-05a40ef3d2e7Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:52:12 +0000MeliseWe've done it! We've made it through all four episodes about women jewelers of the Arts and Crafts movement! In this final episode, we discuss May Morris, Dorrie Nossiter, Sibyl Dunlop, and Ella Naper, 4 incredible women who crafted beautiful and...2375cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/influential-women-jewelers-of-the-arts-and-crafts-movement-part-3--67711304Further reading- https://www.inglenookery.com/?p=1881
https://www.inglenookery.com/?p=609]]>41014a6a-896a-47d5-9534-f25b0c69667cWed, 10 Sep 2025 23:41:28 +0000MeliseThough jewelry is often thought of as something worn mostly by women in the modern world, there are shockingly few women jewelers recorded throughout history. For the next two months, we will be exploring some of the most influential, talented, and...Further reading- https://www.inglenookery.com/?p=1881
https://www.inglenookery.com/?p=609]]>1738cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/influential-women-jewelers-the-arts-and-crafts-movement-part-2--67540931Further reading- https://www.themagazineantiques.com/article/eda-lord-dixon-rediscovered/
https://libmma.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/p15324col]]>e8963fe3-7602-4967-b61c-3e3abba3415eThu, 28 Aug 2025 08:46:07 +0000MeliseThough jewelry is often thought of as something worn mostly by women in the modern world, there are shockingly few women jewelers recorded throughout history. For the next two months, we will be exploring some of the most influential, talented, and...Further reading- https://www.themagazineantiques.com/article/eda-lord-dixon-rediscovered/
https://libmma.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/p15324col]]>1578cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/influential-women-jewelers-the-arts-and-crafts-movement-part-1--6736211008bb3f4d-733c-44cb-947f-877d770576a5Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:31:10 +0000MeliseThough jewelry is often thought of as something worn mostly by women in the modern world, there are shockingly few women jewelers recorded throughout history. For the next two months, we will be exploring some of the most influential, talented, and...2383clean26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-stolen-french-crown-jewels-part-2--67194776In 1792, the audacious theft of the French Crown Jewels rocked Paris. Taking place in the midst of the French Revolution, the theft occurred over the span of multiple days, and saw over 90% of the royal treasury cleaned out. In this episode, we are discussing the histories and fates of 3 of these stolen stones- the Sancy, Regent, and Hortensia diamonds.
Find my Patreon at www.patreon.com/ancienthistoryjewelrystories]]>10261ead-b599-4089-b6f8-956ab9c89ca8Wed, 30 Jul 2025 22:10:57 +0000MeliseWe are continuing to ooh, aaah, and bitch over the stolen French Crown Jewels with a look at the Hope Diamond/French Blue Diamond, the Grand Sapphire, and the Côte de Bretagne spinel. In 1792, the audacious theft of the French Crown Jewels rocked...In 1792, the audacious theft of the French Crown Jewels rocked Paris. Taking place in the midst of the French Revolution, the theft occurred over the span of multiple days, and saw over 90% of the royal treasury cleaned out. In this episode, we are discussing the histories and fates of 3 of these stolen stones- the Sancy, Regent, and Hortensia diamonds.
Find my Patreon at www.patreon.com/ancienthistoryjewelrystories]]>1834clean26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-stolen-french-crown-jewels-part-1--6692111503f60665-1122-4009-9c0b-0439a44b47e8Wed, 09 Jul 2025 22:34:31 +0000MeliseIn 1792, the audacious theft of the French Crown Jewels rocked Paris. Taking place in the midst of the French Revolution, the theft occurred over the span of multiple days, and saw over 90% of the royal treasury cleaned out. In this episode, we are...1429clean25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/queen-pu-abi-s-golden-treasures--66751034efe328d1-b534-4db1-a724-181d103bb30dWed, 25 Jun 2025 21:23:55 +0000MeliseThe discovery of Queen Pu-Abi's grave, replete with glittering treasure and dozens of attendants, guards, and retainers, was a startling and macabre revelation during the 1920s. A woman of high status, either a Queen. Priestess, or perhaps both,...1539clean24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/everything-you-have-ever-wanted-to-know-about-tiaras--665610290c135631-2c04-4c7f-94fd-1f37c5b05597Sat, 14 Jun 2025 20:07:23 +0000MeliseTiara Tuesday has quickly become one of the most exciting days of the week, and an opportunity to delve deep into the history of tiaras and all kinds of headwear. Despite making dozens of tiara videos, we have never actually discussed the history,...1313clean23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-art-of-faking-it-a-history-of-jewelry-forgery-part-2-fake-jewelry--66320080c48bdcc9-e42b-4292-a179-be244d6aa47eWed, 28 May 2025 22:02:19 +0000MeliseWe are continuing the conversation about jewelry forgeries by taking a look at some fake historical pieces, embarassing discoveries of forgeries in museum collections, and an ongoing drama involving Fabergé eggs!1376cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-art-of-faking-it-a-history-of-jewelry-forgery-part-1-gemstones--66092017f32f95b7-fb15-44dc-8d78-46ffa36ff53dWed, 14 May 2025 21:35:47 +0000MeliseFakes and counterfeits are a huge problem in the jewelry world, from faux designer jewels to modern pieces meant to fool buyers into believing they're genuine antiquities. Far from being a modern problem, this scam has been around for thousands of...1841yes21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/masters-of-art-nouveau-jewelry-part-2--658165881481033e-68ad-4161-a2da-3701bfa15fe2Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:05:54 +0000MeliseBy popular demand! For this month's podcast episode topic, I enlisted the help of my Patreon members in the form of a poll (well, two polls), and the topic chosen for April was Art Nouveau jewelry. In part 2, we dive into the histories of two of the...1663yesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/masters-of-art-nouveau-jewelry-part-1--656006476da3b476-aa18-4ea2-a3f6-e9e3ced8919eWed, 16 Apr 2025 22:21:16 +0000MeliseBy popular demand! For this month's podcast episode topic, I enlisted the help of my Patreon members in the form of a poll (well, two polls), and the topic chosen for April was Art Nouveau jewelry. In part 1, we cover the basics of the Art Nouveau...1934yesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/where-the-hell-has-the-podcast-been-an-update--65321875125c3982-5e8e-44ca-845d-c5557bc9ec17Wed, 02 Apr 2025 20:43:57 +0000MeliseSome of you may have noticed that there were no new podcast episodes during the month of March- no, I did not fall into a portal that transported me back in time to Ptolemaic Egypt (I wish), but I did take the month off to regroup and stave off some...377cleanbonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-early-years-of-tiffany-co-part-2--6463647695f3775f-f127-4049-82f6-6f99dbe327bcFri, 28 Feb 2025 22:34:50 +0000MeliseContinuing our look into the early history of a truly great American jewelry house, this episode explores some of the immensely talented craftspeople and goldsmiths who were instrumental in bringing Charles Lewis Tiffany and Louis Comfort Tiffany's...2005yes119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-early-years-of-tiffany-co-part-1--643491317ae6d786-87e5-43a6-8cc0-c8c9ad1cbad4Wed, 12 Feb 2025 23:30:42 +0000MeliseTiffany & Company is a jewelry and luxury goods brand that has managed to saturate pop culture and public awareness, though many people are unfamiliar with their early history, and their close connection to Tiffany glass. Come with me as we get to...1764yes118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-history-of-the-house-of-faberge-part-2--640180908a3ca153-821c-40c5-9127-617aae265c8aWed, 29 Jan 2025 22:10:43 +0000MeliseWe pick up the History of the famed House of Fabergé where we left off, with an ancient Scythian bracelet and a very impressed Emperor Alexander III. The history continues with the story of the Imperial Easter Eggs, where they ended up, and just what...1502cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-history-of-the-house-of-faberge-part-1--6370716505a6abee-39ed-45d2-91a6-3dddbc941048Wed, 15 Jan 2025 22:33:05 +0000MeliseThe illustrious House of Fabergé, best known for its whimsical, jewel-encrusted Easter Eggs, has a surprising connection to ancient jewelry. From its founding in 1842 until the fated meeting between Peter Carl Fabergé and Emperor Alexander III, this...1677yesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/everyone-in-the-world-loves-turquoise--63215454https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>25019e18-8cd6-463a-94d1-02c3ed5fa288Sat, 07 Dec 2024 22:30:27 +0000MeliseCome with me as we go on a journey spanning the globe, across millenia, to take a look at the incredible number of cultures that have cherished turquoise, from the ancient Egyptians to the Mexica people and so many more! --- Support this podcast:...https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>1984yes115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-surprisingly-ancient-history-of-birthstones--62762640https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>3e831121-b1d3-4d68-94e5-47924e7d201dFri, 15 Nov 2024 22:30:20 +0000MeliseWhether you love or hate your birthstone(s), you'll probably be surprised to learn that the concept is more than two thousand years old! From the biblical Breastplate of Aaron, to Hindu astrology, and a jeweler's conference in Kansas in 1912, our...https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>1133yes114bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-filigree-mystery-where-did-this-ancient-technique-come-from--62387598https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>19076238-5461-42fd-a98d-ba5abfc7001eWed, 16 Oct 2024 16:53:28 +0000MeliseA brief look into the intriguing history of filigree, a technique which was been popular for over 5000 years, and continues to evolve in cultures around the world. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/supporthttps://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>1013clean113bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-history-of-body-piercing-part-2--62202959https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>b9e8530d-7ea5-4fce-a0fe-706f45fe682eWed, 02 Oct 2024 23:15:53 +0000MeliseWe continue our look into the history of body piercing, continuing the saga of strange myths and real customs with lip, nipple, and genital piercings! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/supporthttps://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>1315yes112bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-history-of-body-piercing-part-1--62111568https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>ea989faa-7ad7-4f32-81a9-35d55bbd0a07Thu, 26 Sep 2024 02:06:01 +0000MeliseA much-requested topic, we start the ancient history of body piercing with a look into earlobe and nose piercings! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/supporthttps://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>1298yes110bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-master-forger-and-goldsmith-who-sold-his-renaissance-fantasy-to-19th-century-europe--61352743https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>47a26781-bdde-4a5f-b9ae-ef756d51ebbaWed, 11 Sep 2024 21:46:52 +0000MeliseVictorian era Europe saw an increasing interest in the glory days of the Renaissance, and a burgeoning middle class had the money to spend on historical works of art. Goldsmith Reinhold Vasters was just the man to meet the demand, turning out dozens,...https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>1646yes110bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/history-s-greatest-jewelry-scandals-part-2--61350157https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>5886ff8d-fd14-40b0-9225-74accd846a8fWed, 28 Aug 2024 21:14:50 +0000MeliseHistory’s Greatest Jewelry Scandals, Part 2 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/supporthttps://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>2331yesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/history-s-greatest-jewelry-scandals-part-1--61350163https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>72316160-dc87-486b-a7c4-c4f4c6a36c29Wed, 14 Aug 2024 21:53:23 +0000MeliseFor this month's Deep Dive, we are going to take a look at some historical jewelry scandals, from the frustrating to the awe-inspiring. In this episode, we cover the only time the British Royal Jewels were stolen, the whereabouts of the missing French...https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>1789yes18bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jewelry-as-magical-symbol-part-3--61350166https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>225e971e-09a8-41cb-82ce-d7c0510625ddWed, 31 Jul 2024 23:16:46 +0000MeliseThe inevitable conclusion, and final episode of this month's very very deep dive into jewelry as magical symbol! We pick up where we left off, in Hellenistic Greece, touch on a few other Eurasian cultures, and then take a look at some of the ritual...https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>2372yes17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jewelry-as-magical-symbol-part-2--61350158https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>3cbc86c0-49f9-48bc-a634-f3e320888bbcWed, 24 Jul 2024 16:31:32 +0000MeliseLet's continue our tumble into the rabbithole of jewelry as magical symbol, with a trip through the use of jewelry through a few different eras of history in ancient Greece. Along with the continuing use of amulets and protective jewelry, the influx...https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>1723yes16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jewelry-as-magical-symbol-part-1--61350160https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>d1f2eaaf-df34-4228-b6ba-d700839b4ca3Wed, 10 Jul 2024 21:46:09 +0000MeliseWe are going on the deepest of dives this month, discussing the rich and fascinating history of jewelry as magical object, spanning hundreds of thousands of years. In part one we talk about the oldest known jewelry, the first known purely symbolic...https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>2182clean15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-history-of-silver--61350161https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>e02c3863-e269-4b85-8b92-076328b97cd8Wed, 26 Jun 2024 22:14:14 +0000MeliseWe continue our Deep Dive into the histories of everyone's favorite precious metals, gold and silver. This episode we cover the cool, shiny, moonlike metal, silver, and its secret importance as a driving force behind most cultures, ancient and modern....https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>1996clean14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-history-of-gold--61350164https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>fc9f3d39-5e99-43c3-9f66-f125e3e714c7Wed, 12 Jun 2024 22:11:26 +0000MeliseHere it is, folks- the big one, the foundation of it all, the history of everyone's favorite shiny gold metal, gold! Let's discuss 7,000 years of gold and why we even think it's special to begin with. --- Support this podcast:...https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>1991clean13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/archeological-revival-part-2-egyptian-revival-jewelry--61350168https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>e844ed45-04d6-4ca1-b675-f72d0839d385Thu, 30 May 2024 00:14:10 +0000MeliseLet's continue our love affair with archeological revival jewelry as we delve into the three centuries long history of Egyptian revival jewelry, complete with yet another Napoleon Bonaparte appearance. --- Support this podcast:...https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>875clean12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/archeological-revival-part-1-hellenestic-and-etruscan-revival-jewelry--61350169https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>fd7491cb-6efc-4653-98c5-361373f39383Thu, 16 May 2024 01:02:15 +0000MeliseCome with me on a journey into the history of archeological revival jewelry, a companion to this month's Deep Dive Wednesday videos. Episode one covers Hellenistic Revival/Neoclassical, Etruscan Revival, and how ancient Scythian jewelry was...https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahjs/support]]>1193clean11full