Here’s everything you need to know when comparing Halo vs No Halo Engagement Rings. The halo engagement ring is the reigning queen of the bridal world. Engagement rings have, since their inception, captured the imagination and affection of designers and jewelry lovers (and brides to be, of course!) It’s no wonder. They’re beautiful and a…
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Three ways to tell if your estate jewelry is valuable. How to tell if your estate jewelry is valuable Before we get started here, you may be thinking that the monetary value of anything, especially jewelry is all over the place. The things that some might consider valuable can be worth pennies while other things…
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These days there are many misconceptions out there about estate jewelry. Many times people confuse estate pieces with antiques or vintage pieces. And some people say it’s bad karma to where estate pieces. But today we’re here to set the record straight. Our goal is to help you understand exactly what inherited estate jewelry is…
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Looking to sell your old antique estate jewelry for some extra cash? Below is a guide to help you do just that. Whether you are looking to sell an old antique ring or a piece of inherited jewelry, you deserve to sell it for the very best price you can get. Before we get into…
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It’s always a good time to sell your old jewelry for some extra money. But while the timing may be right, selling your old jewelry can often cause you a major headache. You have to determine the value of your jewelry in order to determine how much you’re likely to get for it in return. …
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There are many misconceptions out there about estate jewelry. Often times people confuse it with antiques or vintage jewelry. Or they say it’s bad karma to where estate pieces. That’s why we’re here to set the record straight. Our goal is to help you understand exactly what estate jewelry is, where it originated from, and…
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Estate diamond jewelry is the bread and butter upon which Raymond Lee Jewelers thrived for decades. We’ve added so many treasures to our vault and showcases, and expanded in the very best ways, but nothing quickens our heartbeat like gorgeous estate diamond jewelry. What, exactly, is estate jewelry? It’s pre-owned. That’s really the only requisite. It…
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Estate Tiffany jewelry is one of the hottest sellers at Raymond Lee Jewelers. As South Florida’s premiere source for designer estate jewelry, we like to keep a wide variety of haute brands stocked in our showcases. But when it comes to Tiffany & Co. we always double down! The brand, synonymous with classic American style…
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Happy Birthday, January babies! Your gorgeous birthstone is the perfect touch of warmth this winter (although, in South Florida, what’s winter?) This month, it’s all about garnet. Garnet, according to the American Gem Society (AGS): “signifies eternal friendship and trust and is the perfect gift for a friend. Garnet, derived from the word granatum,means seed, and is…
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Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours! We’re closed today so our staff can spend this day of thanks with loved ones. We’re so grateful to our community for the last 32 years of luxury, for the clients we’ve earned and new friends – family really – we’ve added along the way. From one generation,…
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We’ve shared before the best metals for your engagement ring to make your diamond look the best. This in addition to our engagement ring cheat sheet means that this week is quickly becoming all about helping you choose just the right ring. Of course, as you well know if you read our blog regularly, the most important…
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Couples spend hours (and plenty of money) finding the perfect diamond, designing custom settings and even reworking heirloom pieces into new creations, all in the quest for a personalized symbol of their love. Your wedding and engagement rings are a very public statement, and you will probably talk about them and show them off again…
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This week, we’ve covered each of the 4 C’s. It’s a little known, but important fact, however, that there are 5 C’s. The last one that most people don’t bother with is Certificate. And it doesn’t impact a diamond’s appearance like the other 4 C’s, but you can bet your bottom dollar it affects a…
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Buying an engagement ring and planning the proposal, like we mentioned before, is your time to shine. Finding The One, buying The Ring, and planning how to ask the most important question of your life isn’t always easy, so we aim to make it as seamless and effortless as possible! And we’ve written lots on…
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Little girls love playing dress up in macaroni necklaces, plastic bangles and sticker earrings. Not only is it fun, it’s good practice for showcasing their personal style. Pretty soon all that practice will pay off and your little girl will be ready for her first real jewelry. A young lady’s first piece of quality jewelry…
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