Happy Valentine’s Day from our whole family!  I hope it is a sweet and enjoyable day for you.  As we begin to emerge from the pandemic, we see a slow but steady return to normal life here in historic Stockbridge.  Still one of the great destinations in New England, our lovely village in the Berkshires is a delicious slice of America as it used to be.  Quaint, clean, small enough to walk around in, and always a great experience for our many visitors, it’s Norman Rockwell’s America in every way!

 Did you know that shopping in town is still very easy and affordable? 

Heirlooms is a local institution known far and wide for 51 years!  We are down the little alley known as The Mews, directly behind the courtyard of the world renowned Red Lion Inn.  Our specialty of Roman Glass jewelry from Israel has grown to make us the largest retailer in New England of this exquisite sterling silver jewelry made from 2000 year old shards of ancient glass. When you think of shopping in the Berkshires, pop on in.  And did you know that besides Roman Glass, we are well known for amber jewelry; antique, estate and vintage pieces; and local, regional, and American made affordably elegant jewelry?  Parking is always free, too!

In our pages on this website, as you shop you will find Roman Glass earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, crosses, Judaica and Stars of David, and hamsas or "Hands of God" as they are sometimes known. Many of the pieces come in sets where you can buy Roman Glass as matching earrings and necklaces. Shipping is always free, too!

When you think of shopping in the Berkshires, we’d love to see you!  Please also visit and like our Facebook page and our friends at Shop Local, Shop Stockbridge and The Stockbridge Chamber of Commerce.

See you soon!

Fondly, Robin

Like all fine jewelry, Roman Glass needs some attention to keep it in tip-top condition. Here are some tips to keep in mind:

--Keep your Roman Glass jewelry dry. If you are going into the pool or shower, or about to wash your hands while wearing your Roman Glass ring, please take off the jewelry. If exposed to too much water, the surface of the glass can become cloudy. It's better to be safe than sorry!

--Sterling silver is the same on all .925 jewelry. Clean the piece or the chain with a dry polishing cloth, being careful not to wipe the glass itself. You can keep your Roman Glass jewelry in a plastic bag, or in a jewelry box designed to keep silver jewelry from tarnishing.

--Wear your Roman Glass jewelry as much you can. You will receive many compliments whenever you wear it!

Although early Roman Glass was very expensive and its use limited to the wealthy, over time the manufacturing techniques allowed for much more everyday use for the glass--bottles, vases, bowls, drinking glasses, and plates for instance. Discoveries of top quality sands, extraction techniques, and chemical additives such as lime and natron all added to the growth of the industry. Interestingly, Roman Glass was not made for window glass until much later in its existence! As glass is fragile and it breaks often, much of it was disposed of and can be found in digs, middens, and excavations. Though the supply is not unlimited, enough of the shards exist to support the Roman Glass jewelry made in Kiryat Gat, Israel by our dedicated suppliers who have over 40 years experience in the fine craftsmanship required to make the jewelry. Sterling silver settings provide a luxurious, yet affordable elegance.

In our pages, you will find Roman Glass earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, crosses, Judaica and Stars of David, and hamsas or "Hands of God" as they are sometimes known. Many of the pieces come in sets where you can buy Roman Glass as matching earrings and necklaces. We offer a 10% discount on sets, too!

You will notice that some of the pieces are clear and others have a lovely multicolored surface patina. These differences result from oxidation that occurs over 2000 years of being in contact with the soil of differing moisture levels and mineral concentrations. All the glass started out as that wonderful blue/green color that reminds many of the ocean or summer, but every finish is different and each piece is unique. 2000 years is a long time, isn't it!