The Bench

The latest (and sparkliest) news and trends from the jewelry enthusiasts at MTJ.

Statement-Making Ear Cuffs

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Statement-Making Ear Cuffs

Cover your ears

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The Past & Present, Perfect

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The Past & Present, Perfect

Modern heirlooms, inspired by ancient history

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6 Black-Owned Brands That Will Make Your Jewelry Box Shine

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6 Black-Owned Brands That Will Make Your Jewelry Box Shine

On Juneteenth, and beyond

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MTJ Staff Picks: Father’s Day Gifts

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MTJ Staff Picks: Father’s Day Gifts

It’s his time to shine

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Bold, Everlasting, Beautiful Platinum

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Bold, Everlasting, Beautiful Platinum

A perfect pick for engagement rings of every style

Sponsored by Platinum Guild International

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Pride and Joy

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Pride and Joy

6 LGBTQIA+ jewelry designers we love

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Chasing Rainbows

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Chasing Rainbows

Symbols of unity, solidarity, and pride to treasure

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Four Elements: Pearlcore Pearls

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Four Elements: Pearlcore Pearls

Purity. Innocence. And a little edge.

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Make Your Summer Sparkle

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Make Your Summer Sparkle

See what’s in store for the season at MTJ

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Dopamine Dressing

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Dopamine Dressing

Mood-boosting baubles, joyful gems

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5 Diamond-Alternative Engagement Rings We Love

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5 Diamond-Alternative Engagement Rings We Love

Moissanite is a girl’s best friend

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Our Top 5 Jewelry Trends for Summer 2022

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Our Top 5 Jewelry Trends for Summer 2022

Rainbows! Pearls! And hoops like you’ve never seen them before…

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Beyond the Mother’s Day Nameplate Necklace

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Beyond the Mother’s Day Nameplate Necklace

This jewelry is deep

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5 Mexican Jewelry Designers We Love

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5 Mexican Jewelry Designers We Love

¡Celebramos el Cinco de Mayo!

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Florals, For Spring

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Florals, For Spring

These actually are pretty groundbreaking

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Four Elements: Harmonious Emeralds in the Rough

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Four Elements: Harmonious Emeralds in the Rough

Uncut gems

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Butterflies Re-emerge for Spring

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Butterflies Re-emerge for Spring

And our hearts are all a-flutter

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MTJ Staff Picks: Mother’s Day Gifts

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MTJ Staff Picks: Mother’s Day Gifts

Only the best for the best

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Good As Gold: A Glossary for Going Green

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Good As Gold: A Glossary for Going Green

Sustainable jewelry terminology 101

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Keep It Secret

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Keep It Secret

These gems reveal a hidden message

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Four Elements: April’s Fancy Diamonds

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Four Elements: April’s Fancy Diamonds

They come in colors everywhere

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The Best Bling From The 2022 Grammys

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The Best Bling From The 2022 Grammys

All the top (jewelry) hits

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Festival Chic

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Festival Chic

The vibe? Headliner-worthy jewels

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Woman Power

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Woman Power

Shop (and support!) our female designer friends

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The Most Dramatic Oscars Moments

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The Most Dramatic Oscars Moments

We mean the jewelry, naturally

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Semi-Precious Pendants

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Semi-Precious Pendants

Not-so hidden gems

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This Jewelry Will Have You Looking, Feeling, and Doing Good

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This Jewelry Will Have You Looking, Feeling, and Doing Good

Sparkle that helps others shine

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Natural Wonders

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Natural Wonders

Uncut gems. Fabulous fossils. Earthly delights.

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MTJ Staff Picks: Engagement Rings

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MTJ Staff Picks: Engagement Rings

We’d say yes to these rings in a heartbeat

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6 Times Jewels Stole The Scene

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6 Times Jewels Stole The Scene

Our favorite jewelry heist movies—no spoilers!

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Four Elements: March’s Aquamarine & Bloodstone

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Four Elements: March’s Aquamarine & Bloodstone

Revitalize. Rejuvenate. Renew.

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Meet Chérie LA

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Meet Chérie LA

Outfit-making pieces to mix and match with your mood

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Space Out

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Space Out

(Inter)stellar style

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Under the Loupe: Fancy Color Diamonds

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Under the Loupe: Fancy Color Diamonds

Allow us to lend a little color…

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Four Elements: February’s Amethyst

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Four Elements: February’s Amethyst

Peaceful. Calming. Empowering.

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Jewelry Time Warp: The 1980s

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Jewelry Time Warp: The 1980s

Madonna. Nintendo. Neon. Yuppies. VCRs…

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Jewelry Time Warp: The 1960s

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Jewelry Time Warp: The 1960s

The Beatles. Woodstock. The Vietnam War…

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Jewelry Time Warp: The 1950s

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Jewelry Time Warp: The 1950s

The ‘burbs. The Civil Rights movement. Elvis. Marilyn…

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Jewelry Time Warp: The 1920s

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Jewelry Time Warp: The 1920s

Women's right to vote. The jazz age. Prohibition…

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Calling All Couples!

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Calling All Couples!

This year’s engagement ring trends from private jeweler Lisa Robin

Sponsored by Lisa Robin

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