The Hemmerle house of luxury jewelry is a family operated business that has been in the Hemmerle family for four generations. It was established in 1893 by Joseph and Anton Hemmerle while they made medals for the Royal Bavarian Court. The original boutique on Maximillianstrasse opened in 1904 where it still remains today. Joseph’s grandson…
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Those who sell diamonds Boca Raton wants most (ahem) know that a fancy colored diamond always makes a statement. Petra has recovered a stunning 25.5 carat blue diamond from the Cullinan mine in South Africa. This high quality, top color blue diamond is yet another in a series of exceptional finds for Petra since 2008.…
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Diamonds aren’t just a girl’s best friend anymore. These majestic gems are turning all the boys’ heads, too, especially the pear-shaped ones. Sotheby’s, famous for its record breaking auctions of jewelry, loose stones and oversized gems, has just destroyed another record at their latest sale. Here, for your guilty pleasure indulgence, are all the juicy…
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Think you spent a lot of money on your iPhone? Think again. While iPhones have moved from luxuries to necessities in today’s fast-paced world, a Chinese businessman is putting the “luxury” status back into the iPhone, dropping more than seven figures on his communication tool. The Chinese businessman, identified only as “Joe,” hired a famed…
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The Great Gatsby Collection from Tiffany & Co. is simply smashing. The collection has a charm about it that evokes images of the jazz age. It isn’t too hard to picture a sophisticated woman in a smokey jazz lounge wearing some of the Great Gatsby pieces. Some key items from the collection standout. Great Gatsby…
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Raymond Lee Jewelers carries a large selection of Omega watches. The company recently signed on golfer Rory McIllroy as the new ambassador the the vintage Omega watches. He is one of the most exciting golf players in the US He is one of the newest ambassadors for this line of quality watches. McIlory has played…
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No doubt, like most girls, you dreamed of growing up to one day become a princess. Though most commoners, aside from the magnificent Kate Middleton, never become royalty, there’s still a chance to feel as beautiful as a princess — on your wedding day. In anticipation of that wish-fulfilling event, here are five of the…
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As modern as most weddings are, brides are still sentimental when it comes to the old fashioned tradition of getting married. The traditional wedding phrase has been around for centuries, and is still being honored today. Brides-to-be choose to follow the tradition, of acquiring something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue. Brides want…
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Saturday Shopping International Supermodel Jessica Hart was featured today on 1stdibs.com with her top picks in all categories from fashion to home decor. Who made the cut? Raymond Lee Jewelers! Jessica Hart is an Australian model who has been featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated, walked the runway in Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, and…
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Warning: The following post isn’t recommended for the squeamish or insectophobic. When we saw these beautiful pieces on The Gem Standard, at first we were blinded by turquoise…then we noticed the antennae. French artist Hubert Deprat found himself captivated by the behaviors of Caddis Fly larvae. The tiny bugs forage for bits and pieces in…
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Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra jewelry is one of our favorites. Instantly recognizable but subtle, graphic and at the same time luxurious, you can never go wrong with some VCA Alhambra. And the gemstone (or metal) in the Alhambra clovers is what determines the piece’s personality – playful turquoise, elegant mother of pearl, or –…
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It’s usually Africa that gets all the attention for sparkling, oversized diamonds, but India is no slouch on the scene, either. Some of the most famous and beautiful diamonds have come from the Golconda mines, which are located in Southern India. In fact, one of the most famous pink diamonds in history is from Golconda,…
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The pounding hooves, gasping crowds and expert athleticism of the Polo field is what makes the sport so thrilling, but it’s imperative that for a match to run smoothly, an excellent timekeeper keeps close watch over every second. Fortunately for the St. Tropez Polo Club, Richard Mille has recently been named official timekeeper and sponsor.…
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If you’re a big believer in the phrase, “diamonds are a girl’s best friend,” you may find your relationships just got a lot more expensive. Commanding exorbitant prices since they were first mined, diamonds continue to grow in value, and many investors are willing to cough up millions of dollars in order to snatch up…
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There’s something extra inviting about red cocktails, no? They’re like the more laid back cousin of the blue cocktail. Yes, probably just as deceptively potent, but less likely to turn your mouth weird colors. On the other hand (literally), a red ruby cocktail ring is precisely the opposite. It is the more sultry, eye catching…
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