Live Your Dream at Good Fortune Jewelry & Pawn The sign above Good Fortune’s door reads, “Live your dream.” These words greet visitors entering the store and also inspire Good Fortune business owners, Roger and Maddie Weinreich. The couple opened the store more than 28 years […]
Modern Bling
“What is Today’s Youth Looking For in Their Jewelry…?” As each year passes, our world becomes increasingly defined by the millennial generation. The year 2016 marks the first time that millennials have begun to outnumber the famed baby boomers of post World War II America. For the jewelry industry this begs the question, “How do we […]
Life As An Intern at GFJ
Life As An Intern -Our Insight on Internships- Written by Cecily Macari and Kelsey Jackson, Juniors at Keene State College Studying Communication and working as Interns at Good Fortune Jewelry As we climb the ladder towards graduation we are constantly hearing from our professors, advisors, and parents; “You need to start thinking about internships.” The […]
MAKING THE FIRST GOOD FORTUNE JEWELRY FILM
It All Began… When I was 8 years old, I used my parent’s super 8mm camera to create my first film. It showed my brother and sister sliding down a pile of snow in front of our house. The next movie involved stopping and starting the camera as my brother sat on the ground in […]
Selling Pre-Owned Jewelry
Recycle, or Renew? Selling jewelry that you no longer need or wear is a wonderful way to earn some money. In addition, this is a great way to recycle and re-purpose jewelry that someone else may enjoy. Once you have made the decision to sell some of your jewelry, the first step is to determine […]
Living Life in Downtown Keene
Community Living Living life in Downtown Keene New Hampshire is a real treat. I work at a downtown business and have recently decided that I spend more of my waking hours in the downtown than I do at home. As a consequence, I now accept the notion that downtown Keene is where I live. Meeting […]
Where Can I Buy Pre-Owned Jewelry?
It’s about Value and Savings! The public is searching for smart ways to save money, and buying pre-owned jewelry is quickly becoming the rage among savvy shoppers. You can expect to pay ½ of the original retail price when purchasing pre-owned jewelry, and savings of up to 75% are quite common. People who shop for […]
Pre-Owned Jewelry vs. Estate Jewelry… What is the difference?
“Pre-Owned Jewelry”…the Newest Trend When people think about second hand jewelry, they frequently use the words “Estate Jewelry” to describe what is considered to be older collectible Jewelry. It is common to also include “Vintage” and “Antique” Jewelry in this category. Often, these terms are used to describe Jewelry that is more than fifty […]
How to Choose an Engagement Ring
Taking the Next Step Okay, you are ready to take the next step, and what a wonderful thing this is! Becoming engaged is a thrilling and exciting experience for any couple. You know that the time is right for both of you. And you know that you are meant to be with each other. But, […]