Engagement Ring Myths Part I: The 'Right' Budget
You know about the 4 Cs, now let’s talk about the big B. Your budget is an important factor when designing an engagement ring. You’ve all heard this one before: ...
Seal It With a Spark – One Year as Philadelphia's First Permanent Jewelry Spot
We’re approaching our one year anniversary of Lazer Links, and my, oh my have we had a hell of a good time doing it! If you don’t know, Angela Monaco...
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Beyond Pride Month: Inclusivity in the Jewelry Industry
Beyond Pride Month: Inclusivity in the Jewelry Industry At Angela Monaco Jewelry, we believe that love is love, and every person deserves to live their fairytale—whatever that may look like,...
How do we determine price at AMJ?
Ever wonder why jewelry is priced so differently brand to brand? Allow us to shed some light on how AMJ determines the retail value of our handmade jewelry. Where is it...
Small Businesses in Philadelphia to Support This Holiday Season ♥️
If this year has taught us anything, it’s that when things get tough, and it’s time to step up for our friends, neighbors, community & loved-ones -- we do exactly...
Proposal Profile: Gavin & Bow
Q: Tell us a little about yourself. We love to hear about people’s businesses, favorite hobbies, zodiac sign, animals etc! Gavin: I own the Warehouse on Watts. I'm a Libra which...
Moissanite: A More Ethical & Sustainable Alternative To Diamonds
Moissanite vs. Diamonds! We break down why moissanite stones are more sustainable, ethical, cost-friendly, stronger, sparkly & cleaner than diamonds. Don’t get us wrong, we love creating & designing using natural...
What we're doing to be a part of change.
Hi everyone. This felt too lengthy as an Instagram post, but I really wanted to share this note with you all and be transparent of the inner workings of my...
Proposal Profiles: Jill & Karlis
Being a jewelry designer to me is so much more than just making tangible shiny objects. This field has been incredibly healing for me, and hopefully also to the customers...
The scoop on Herkimer Diamonds.
If you have been following our journey over here at Angela Monaco Jewlery I’m sure you have heard us talk about Herkimer Diamonds a few times (or maybe thousand times)....
Philadelphia Magazine Wedding Spread
Excited to share the Philadelphia Magazine spread featuring my handmade pieces. It's such a blessing to be able to create truly special jewelry pieces that signify two people's love. I feel so...
A Bohemian Bridal Look Book
As we reflect on the highlights of the summer, this photoshoot in the Catskill mountains is definitly one of our top picks! You know we love creative work that also...
Engagement: Rachel and Tink
We love celebrating love. We had the best time working with Rachel Rubin of Rise Gatherings to create her perfect dream ring. Rachel's story is special both because she's a...
Amethyst: Inner Peace Comes In Purple
The Amethyst, the birthstone of February, is a natural stress reliever that encourages inner strength and peace.
Fall Wedding Inspo at Terrain
We are so happy to have worked with such talented creatives (and friends!) on this shoot. When Magi from Magdelena Studios asked me to provide the jewelry for her styled...
The October Opal Collection
The October baby's birthstone, celestial and pearly white in appearance, opals display a range of colorful flashes from iridescent blue and green to fiery red and orange. Nicknamed the 'eye...
LIFE IN ROSEY HUES
the power of rose quartz