Behind the red door

at 308 Wonderful King Street

September Birthstone: Sapphire

September Birthstone: Sapphire

While sapphires occur in a variety of colors, their most notable blue shade has long been associated with the Heavens in both Eastern and Western culture. This connection to the universe positions ...
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The Eras With Betsy & Trisha: Georgian 1714-1837

The Eras With Betsy & Trisha: Georgian 1714-1837

Tune in as two of our most beloved "jewels" share some fun facts from different eras represented in our vast Estate Collection. Trisha and Betsy are a huge part of our little jewel box. Together th...
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Welcome to The Club

Welcome to The Club

The Club Collection is something that we are very proud of at 308 Wonderful King. We have been selling some iteration of this bracelet for at least the last 50 years!   This collection is simply th...
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Introducing Our Newest Designer To The Jewel Box . . .  Goshwara!

Introducing Our Newest Designer To The Jewel Box . . . Goshwara!

We are excited to introduce the glorious and colorful world of Goshwara jewelry to Charleston! Feast your eyes on these magnificently selected gemstones paired in unexpected combinations with lapis...
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What's Not To Love About Our Sale Case?

What's Not To Love About Our Sale Case?

What's not to love about our sale case? We are always adding special treasures that you'll want to scoop up before anyone else! Have a look and see what piques your interest... 
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Summer School Chapter 8: Hand Vs. Machine Engraving

Summer School Chapter 8: Hand Vs. Machine Engraving

Engraving is in our DNA! Croghan's was founded over 100 years ago by William Croghan who was a hand engraver and it has always been our joy to make ordinary items extraordinary by embellishing them!
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Jewels For Your Big Day!

Jewels For Your Big Day!

Let the final details for the most beautiful day of your life come from Croghan's! From the polish of the perfect pearl earring to the sparkle of a diamond bracelet that will be passed down for gen...
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Summer School Chapter 7: How To Wear Your Charms

Summer School Chapter 7: How To Wear Your Charms

Welcome back for another lesson, summer school students! Sometimes styling and wearing your charms can be intimidating, but today Mini will show you how easy it can be to work your charms into ever...
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Cure the Back-to-School Blues With Our New Arrivals

Cure the Back-to-School Blues With Our New Arrivals

Cure the back-to-school blues with a few of our favorite new arrivals from our carefully curated fine jewelry collection. Dazzling rings, glittering earrings, and everyday necklaces & bracelets...
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Peridot, The August Birthstone

Peridot, The August Birthstone

Known to the Ancient Egyptians as "The Gem of the Sun," Peridot is a truly rare and ancient stone, found in fallen meteorites and volcanic lava. This light lime-colored gem is thus associated with ...
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Finding The Perfect Stone . . . It's All In the Cut!

Finding The Perfect Stone . . . It's All In the Cut!

Diamonds come in all shapes and sizes, but finding the perfect stone for the bride-to-be can be overwhelming. There are so many beautiful characteristics about each and every stone that make it uni...
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Summer School Chapter Six: How To Choose Your Wedding Band

Summer School Chapter Six: How To Choose Your Wedding Band

Choosing the perfect wedding band to compliment your engagement ring can be a daunting task. Today, Mini and Kathleen are here with a little bit of advice to help you through the process!  
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Freshly Picked & In The Sale Case

Freshly Picked & In The Sale Case

Freshly picked finds are always being added to the sale case. These unique pieces may be better than a tomato sandwich in the summertime! Don't let someone else have the last bite, these sale piece...
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Summer School Chapter Five: Anatomy of a Stack

Summer School Chapter Five: Anatomy of a Stack

Cruising through this summer semester and we are back in the classroom after our fourth of July break! Show your wrist some love and watch as Mini breaks down the anatomy of a stack and unveils the...
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Summer School, Chapter Four: The Golden Rule

Summer School, Chapter Four: The Golden Rule

Let's talk gold! In Chapter 4 we will be discussing the distinctions between solid gold, 14 karat, 18 karat, gold-plated, gold-filled, and vermeil. After all, gold is the quintessential chemical e...
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New Arrivals Have Landed at 308 Wonderful King Street!

New Arrivals Have Landed at 308 Wonderful King Street!

So many beautiful new pieces arriving daily at the jewel box! We just had to share a few of our favorites with you!  Come play in our Jewel Box! 
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Summer School, Chapter Three: Necklace Layering Tips & Tricks

Summer School, Chapter Three: Necklace Layering Tips & Tricks

A LESSON IN LAYERING Class, please open your books to Chapter 3. this week, Mini shares her tips and tricks to getting the layered necklace look just right. We like to call it the "Goldilocks Met...
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Three is Never a Crowd

Three is Never a Crowd

When it comes to your engagement ring, three is never a crowd! Three stone rings have been a staple at 308 Wonderful King Street for over a hundred years. We love that they can be made up of a comb...
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