Lionheart Jewelry offers the Diamond Bethlehem Star Charm—a celestial-inspired, starburst-path piece that is custom-made-to-order and individually handcrafted in New York City.
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Discover P.J. Joseph's blog, your guide to colored gemstones, diamonds, watches, jewelry, art, design, luxury hotels, food, travel, and more. Based in South Asia, P.J. is a gemstone analyst, writer, and responsible foodie featured on Al Jazeera, BBC, CNN, and CNBC. Disclosure: All images are digitally created for educational and illustrative purposes. Portions of the blog were human-written and refined with AI to support educational goals.
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Saturday, August 29, 2026
Celestial Craftsmanship: The Lionheart Diamond Bethlehem Star Charm
Gems, Miners, And Horological Icons: Highlights From The Jewelry District
In a recent episode of The Jewelry District, hosts Victoria Gomelsky and Rob Bates reflect on key developments in the luxury world following Rob’s return from the World Diamond Congress in Singapore, where he gathered insights on the current challenges and future directions facing the diamond industry. Alongside a lighthearted story about Victoria’s past travels to Singapore as a young backpacker, the duo discusses the impending shutdown of Canada’s historic Ekati diamond mine. Closing the episode, Victoria shares tributes and memories gathered from industry insiders regarding the legacy of the late Philippe Stern, honoring his century-long family stewardship of the legendary watchmaker Patek Philippe.
Shaping The Digital Era: TIME’s 2026 Influential Creators
Published in July 2026, TIME’s annual TIME100 Creators list highlights 100 pioneer content creators and digital figures who are actively reshaping sectors like entertainment, fashion, education, and media. The collection underscores a major shift in contemporary culture, demonstrating how independent online personalities and self-made media entities have grown to dominate and define today's pop culture landscape.
Serene Sanctuary: Amankora Thimphu
Perched in the upper Motithang region of Bhutan's capital, Amankora Thimphu is an ultra-luxurious forest retreat modeled after classic Bhutanese dzong fortresses. Tucked away in a peaceful blue pine forest, the property offers an intimate sanctuary of just 16 exclusive suites, providing a tranquil escape while maintaining convenient access to the key cultural landmarks of downtown Thimphu.
Friday, August 28, 2026
Caribbean Spirit Meets Swiss Precision
Designed in Puerto Rico by the Santurce Collection, the Picúa™ is a fully custom Swiss automatic dive watch that fuses 1970s vintage watchmaking with modern island character. Drawing its name and inspiration from both the swift Caribbean barracuda and a colloquial Puerto Rican term for a confident, charismatic woman, the watch balances bold strength with effortless charm. By pairing distinct local heritage with high-end Swiss engineering, the Picúa captures the vibrant, fearless spirit of the Caribbean in a refined daily timepiece.
Guarding The Giants Of Irish Waters
The Irish Basking Shark Group (IBSG) is an international network of researchers, educators, conservationists, and citizen scientists focused on protecting the world's second-largest fish. Through research, public education, and targeted conservation strategies, the organization works to safeguard the basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus) as it frequents the coastal waters of Ireland.
Timeless Elegance In Every Shimmer
The Endear necklace by S. features a delicate, continuous pavé of finely set natural diamonds along an 18k gold chain, creating a soft and captivating glow. Thoughtfully designed to blend refined sophistication with deep personal meaning, this exquisite piece effortlessly elevates daily style while effortlessly attracting admiration.
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Sculpted Elegance: The Portrait Cut Diamond Shield Ring
The Portrait Cut Diamond Shield Ring by Universal Deco is a distinctive fine jewelry piece that combines modern geometry with artisanal craft. It features asymmetrical diamonds precisely set along a uniquely sculpted 14k yellow gold band.






