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Pike Place Market is considered by many to be the heart and soul of downtown Seattle.

While our storefront is temporarily closed, our website is still open! During the month of April, 20% of all sales will be donated to the Pike Place Market Foundation. The Foundation supports the farmers, growers, and small businesses that we all love at the Market, as well as the food bank, senior center, low-income housing, healthcare, daycare, and more. As a small family-owned business ourselves, we know that shopping local is more important than ever. With your help, we can make a difference!

Our annual Mother's Day Sethi Couture Trunk Show on May 8th and 9th has been postponed, but we have plans for a very fun giveaway. Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook for details! Moms are doing more than ever right now, and we are here and available to deliver if you'd like to give her (or yourself) a lovely gift on May 10th. If you would prefer to shop in person when we reopen, why not treat her to a Fox's gift card? Gift cards are also a great way to support your favorite small businesses.

During this time our employees are being paid and are ready to help you! Keiko and Justine have both been at Fox's for over 12 years. Keiko is our inventory manager and keeps Fox's running smoothly behind the scenes. When she's not working she loves to garden and volunteer. Justine is our buyer and manages our social media accounts. If you send us a message on Instagram or Facebook, she's who you'll be talking to. When she's not working, she loves to quilt and sew.

Jerri is our appraiser and knows everything there is to know about gemstones. She holds a Graduate Gemologist degree from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and is also a Certified Gemological Appraiser through the American Gemological Society (AGS). This certification is held by fewer than 400 people in the world! If you email us through our website, you will most likely be talking to Jerri. She loves the Seattle Mariners and is our in-house jewelry model.

Zoey is the third-generation owner of Fox's, after her father, Chai, and her grandfather, Sid. She took over in 2014 when we moved to our new location at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel and runs our small team with care and dedication. She's currently running Fox's via Zoom meetings while homeschooling her three children (aka our future bosses). She loves to cook and bake, and is involved with several local organizations.

We miss seeing you in person and celebrating your birthdays, anniversaries, engagements, and other special milestones, but we are still here for you. Please don't hesitate to reach out via email or social media. We love interacting with you on Instagram and Facebook and seeing your at-home jewelry looks, so keep tagging us and sending pictures! 

Join us December 5th, 6th, and 7th (Thursday, Friday, and Saturday) for our annual Alex Sepkus trunk show! It's your one chance all year to see the entire collection in one place and enjoy special pricing. Come see why Sepkus has been a Fox's favorite for 30 years!

Fox's Seattle is now open every day until Christmas! We will be closed December 29th, 30th, and January 1st. On January 2nd we will resume our normal Tuesday - Saturday schedule. 

The Holidays are Magical at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel! Come for the jewelry at Fox's, stay for the life-sized gingerbread house in the lower lobby, hot chocolate at the Fourth Avenue cafe, roasted chestnuts every Friday, Holiday Tea in the Georgian Room, and the Teddy Bear Suite.

As always, we validate parking in the Olympic Parking Garage on the corner of 5^th and Seneca. If you prefer to take Uber of Lyft, let us know after you arrive and we’ll email you a $10 credit toward your ride account. 

September is Sapphire Month!
We were honored to receive a visit this month from Mr. Yasukazu Suwa, the third-generation owner of Suwa, a Japanese company known for the precise setting of every gemstone in their beautifully crafted jewelry designs. They use only the finest, most transparent diamonds and colored gems. If you love sapphires, Suwa’s sapphire and diamond rings are a must see.

Todd Reed Trunk Show!
Our annual Todd Reed trunk show is right around the corner, on October 19^th and 20^th. The trunk show is the perfect time to see the entire Todd Reed collection, look for one-of-a-kind bridal rings, add to your existing ring stack, or find something completely new and different. It’s also a great time to bring in diamonds or gemstones you might want to use to make a custom piece!

Gem Water Pet Bowls
If you’ve already experienced the benefits of Gem Water for yourself, now is the time to treat your pet! These gorgeous bowls contain a blend of gemstones selected just for pets: nephrite jade for vitality, brown agate for strength, clear quartz for awareness, peridot for balance and mangano calcite for positive social behavior. These bowls also make a great gift for the dog or cat lover in your life.

New Jewelry and Watches
We are still receiving new jewelry from our summer order in Las Vegas! We have new 24k gold pieces from Gurhan, alternative bridal by Todd Reed, new stacking rings by Sethi Couture, Candy rings by Alex Sepkus, gorgeous cuffs by Arman Sarkisyan, and new watches by Nomos Glashutte. Many of these pieces are one-of-a-kinds!

Sepkus Save the Date!
Our annual Alex Sepkus trunk show is set for November 29^th, 30^th, and December 1^st. We always have this show the first weekend of December, making it perfectly timed for holiday gift giving. We’ve been carrying Alex Sepkus’s incredible jewelry for 30 years now, and are still thrilled when we get a chance to see the entire collection. This show is not to be missed!

Sale Case
The sale case is better than ever! We are always updating it as new jewelry arrives. This sale is in-store only, so stop by or call us to see if your next treasure is here.

As always, we validate parking in the Olympic Parking Garage on the corner of 5^th and Seneca. If you prefer to take Uber of Lyft, let us know after you arrive and we’ll email you a $10 credit toward your ride account. We also now accept Amazon Pay and PayPal on our website.

August is one of only three months of the year that has three birthstones! They are peridot, spinel, and sardonyx.

Peridot is the most common birthstone associated with August, and has a very interesting history. It is one of the oldest known gemstones, with ancient records documenting the mining of peridot as early as 1500 B.C. The main source of peridot in the ancient world was an island in the Egyptian Red Sea, and some historians believe that Cleopatra's famous emeralds were actually peridots.

Peridot's formation is also different from that of almost all other gems. Most gems are formed in the Earth's crust. The two exceptions are peridot and diamond, which are formed much deeper in the Earth; in the mantle. Peridot forms in magma in the upper mantle, about 20 to 55 miles deep. It is brought to the surface by tectonic or volcanic activity. Diamond, by contrast, is formed much deeper in the mantle, around 100 to 150 miles below the surface, under extreme pressure and high temperatures.

Peridot was used anciently as a talisman and has a mystical reputation. It was believed to dissolve enchantments, ward off anxiety, and cure asthma. It was considered most powerful when set in gold.

Spinel is an incredibly beautiful gemstone which has spent most of its history being confused for ruby or sapphire. Some of the most famous rubies in the world, including the Timur Ruby and the Black Prince's Ruby in the crown jewels of England, have actually turned out to be spinels. Spinel is now a gemstone that is treasured for its own beauty, its wonderful brilliance, hardness, and wonderful range of spectacular colors. One member of the spinel group, magnetite, even has magnetic properties. As early as the 11^th century, mariners used this form of spinel to magnetize their compasses. We have two stunning spinel pieces in our store right now, perfect for an August baby likes a gemstone that's off the beaten path.

Alex Sepkus raspberry spinel and 18k gold "Flora" necklace

Alex Sepkus 18k gold and purple spinel ring

Sardonyx is the last and most obscure of the August birthstones, although it was the original birthstone for August before the other two came along. Sardonyx combines alternating layers of sard and onyx—two types of the layered mineral chalcedony—to create a reddish zebra-striped stone with white bands.

Used as a stone of strength and protection since ancient times, sardonyx is associated with courage, happiness, and clear communication. Some believe that placing sardonyx at each corner of a house will grant protection against evil.

Shop Peridot Jewelry

Shop Spinel Jewelry  

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Please welcome Heron's Nest Gallery to Fox's Seattle! We've brought our own little slice of Joy and Chai's beloved Vashon Island to the heart of Seattle just for the summer.

Heron’s Nest is owned and operated by Vashon Center for the Arts, a non-profit organization that supports Vashon Island artists and arts programs. The Nest showcases fine art and handcrafted items by island artists of all ages who reside full or part-time on Vashon Island or have a personal connection to the community. All money earned by Heron’s Nest is either paid directly to local artists or is used to fund Vashon Center for the Arts programs, productions and scholarships.

Come in and take a look at the eclectic array of paintings and prints, pottery, photography, basketry, glass, metal, wood, stone, and jewelry completely unique to our corner of Puget Sound. You may even see a piece or two from our beloved Joy!

We are so excited to tell you about our newest find - VitaJuwel by GemWater! If you're walked past our shop recently, you've probably admired and wondered about the display in the windows.

These are lead-free glass water bottles filled with gemstones! Other than looking incredibly beautiful, why would you want to have a water bottle with gemstones in it?

Every type of gemstone has its own unique energy. The energetic charge of quartz is what makes quartz watches work. The idea behind VitaJuwel is that the gemstones in the water impart their energy into the water, and then into you, the drinker.

This idea is nothing new. Dating back to ancient Greece, gemstones have been used to vitalize water for centuries. More recently, Japanese researcher and scientist Dr. Masaru Emoto dedicated his study to water. He determinted that water treated with gemstones water takes on the characteristics and energy or fresh spring water.

This is ordinary tap water under the microscope:

 And this is water treated with VitaJuwel under the microscope:

 A scientific evaluation by the renowned German Institute Hagalis, Überlingen validated VitaJuwel’s effect on water. The institute found that the gemstone infused water became more alkaline and less acidic, and that the oxygen content in the water increased.

Because they are products of nature, every gem has its own vibration and affects the water in a unique way. There are 18 different VitaJuwel blends for water, and 1 specifically for wine. If you want to have a sense of well being, "Wellness" is the bottle for you. It contains amethyst, rose quartz, and clear quartz to stimulate and soothe the mind and emotions, foster tranquility, and support healthy and radiant skin.

Feeling stuck? "Inspiration" contains lapis lazuli and rutilated quartz, which are said to relieve sore throats, allow one to speak with wisdom and authority, encourage honesty, and help to lift the feeling of anxiety. 

In addition to the personal glass water bottles, there are also hand blown glass vials, droplets, and decanters available to revitalize your water in quantities small and large. Come in to Fox's to see these works of art and see which one can add a little beauty and vitality to your life!

Welcome to our Valentine's Day Gift Guide! A box of chocolates will be gone in a few days (or for some of us, a few minutes), but a beautiful piece of jewelry will last forever. Here are some of our favorite picks, starting at under $200. Happy Valentine's Day!

14 karat yellow gold pyramid stud earrings, $145

14 karat yellow gold branch necklace, $290

14 karat yellow gold and diamond solitaire pendant, $900

Suwa 18 karat yellow gold and octahedron diamond pendant, $700

Open heart 14 karat rose gold earrings, $185

14 karat rose gold and diamond solitaire pendant, $900

14 karat rose gold diamonds by the yard necklace, $850

Sterling silver charm bracelet with heart, $195

14 karat white gold and diamond solitaire pendant, $900

14 karat white gold open heart necklace, $315

Gurhan sterling silver bangle bracelet, $395

Syna 18 karat yellow gold and blue topaz bracelet, $808.50

Syna green chalcedony and 18 karat yellow gold pendant, $539

Syna 18 karat yellow gold and chrysoprase bracelet, $808.50

Syna 18 karat yellow gold and mammoth ivory pendant, $539

Syna 18 karat yellow gold and moon quartz bracelet, $808.50

Syna 18 karat yellow gold and moon quartz bracelet, $693

Santa stopped by Fox's yesterday, and he says you're on the naughty list! Shop our gift guide to get yourself back on the nice list with your sweetie. Hours this week are 10am to 6pm Monday to Friday, and 10am to 3pm on Saturday, December 24th.

Under $500:

Gurhan sterling silver and 24k gold "Willow" bracelet, $330

Gurhan sterling silver and 24k gold square stud earrings, $475

$500 to $2,500:

Suwa diamond octahedron and 18k yellow gold pendant, $700

Sethi Couture baguette diamond and 18k rose gold stud earrings, $1,320

$2,500 to $5,000:

Arman Sarkisyan diamond, sterling silver, and 22k gold station necklace, $4,510

Kwiat 18k white gold and diamond line bracelet, $5,000

$5,000 to $15,000:

Todd Reed 4-stone multicolored sapphire and 18k rose gold ring, $7,710

Dream gifts over $15,000:

Alex Sepkus platinum and diamond link bracelet, $17,735

Todd Reed custom green tourmaline, onyx, and 18k gold tassel pendant, $35,950

Gifts for men:

Todd Reed black diamond band, $1,650

Nomos 1st Edition Neomatik Orion Wristwatch, $3,700

Welcome to our first annual Fox's Holiday Gift Guide! We've compiled our most wonderful items in every price range. Don't forget, this weekend is the last full weekend of shopping before Christmas! In addition to our usual hours, Monday - Saturday from 10-6pm, we'll be open Sunday December 18th from 12-5pm. On Saturday December 24th, we will be closing early at 3pm. We wish you all a very happy holiday season!

Under $500:

Gurhan sterling silver bangle bracelet, $395

$500 to $2500:

Nomos Glashutte Ludwig 33mm stainless steel wristwatch, $1,700

Kwiat diamond and 18k white gold "Sunburst" earrings, $2,050

$2500 to $5000:

Arman Sarkisyan opal, sterling silver, and 22k yellow gold locket, $2,950

Ray Griffiths labradorite and 18k yellow gold drop earrings, $4,895

Todd Reed diamond, 18k yellow gold, and oxidized sterling silver cuff bracelet, $7,920

Alex Sepkus hessonite garnet "Little Windows" ring, $10,380

Dream gifts over $15,000:

Alex Sepkus 18k yellow gold and diamond bracelet, $21,865

Gifts for Men:

Todd Reed sterling silver, palladium, and black diamond band, $3,410

Nomos Glashutte Metro Neomatik Nachtblau 35mm stainless steel wristwatch, $3,960

Dear Alex,

We can hardly believe it's been 26 years since we first laid eyes on you. It was love at first sight! We received a catalog of all the jewelry that would be at the first JCK jewelry trade show to be held in Las Vegas, and as soon as we saw your picture we knew we had to meet you.

We woke up early, full of excitement, and were the first in line to get to see you in person. And you were even more wonderful in person! Your gleaming 18k gold, lovingly hand finished under a microscope! Your whimsical hidden motifs! Your incredible one of a kind gemstones!

We took you home with us and have never looked back. With every passing year, you become more timeless, more unique, and more special. We love to be with you doing fun casual things just as much as we love our fancy nights out.

Just when I think I know everything there is to know about you, you surprise me with something new. On December 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, from 10am to 6pm, we are so excited to have our annual trunk show with you, where you can show off all your newest finery to all our clients. 

Here's to another 26 years!

Love,

Fox's Seattle