Spring Trip to Boston!

Whether you’re in the mood to shop, try on some of the sparkly fresh-from-the-bench pieces, connect with other HBJ fans, or just share a good story — Hannah can’t wait...

Behind the Magic | Rare Earth Mining Co.

As a fellow small business, we take a lot of pride in buying gemstones from dealers that are also small but mighty. Founded in 1976...

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A Custom-Fit | Tattooed Wedding Bands

HBJ's latest custom work was created for my dear cousin, Marsena, and her fiancé Dan. The soon-to-be-newlyweds asked me to create one-of-a-kind wedding bands, with the instructions to 'do whatever you...

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Metaphysical Properties | Opal

The magic of opals is apparent in their looks alone. These gems vary in type, appearance and metaphysical use. All this variation makes them a...

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May Birthstone – Emerald

By the month of May we are well into spring, and the viridescence of emeralds make them the perfect birthstone for May babies! Their rich, green hues embody nature's favorite season.  These...

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Estival Citrine

The latest citrine Vanity pieces have the whole studio yearning for summer. Citrine's natural range of sunshine-y hues look lovely on any skin tone.  We love...

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Mother's Day 2016 Gift Guide

Mother's Day is a week away! Gift your favorite lady something she loves (not that she hasn't enjoyed all those macaroni necklaces...) and that will love...

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Metaphysical Properties | Moonstone

With a name like moonstone, it's hard to deny the magic of this gem; their adularescence and unearthly gleams evoke their namesake. Mythology from all over the...

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April Birthstone – Diamond

Polished or uncut, diamonds are one of nature's best creations. Lucky April babies have diamonds as their birthstone. At HBJ, we'd argue that one doesn't...

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A Custom-Fit | 18k Gold Engagement Ring

We love a challenge.  A client came to us with an abstract wedding band that had lost its engagement ring. She needed something to complement...

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