Michael Krzemnicki, director of the Swiss Gemmological Institute (SSEF), is warning the jeweler trade about a new, artificial unstable resin coating that is damaging conch pearls when applied. The damage done to the pearls is devastating and practically irreversible. Upon examination of some contaminated pearls, Krzemnicki noticed that the pearls were covered with whitish crust.…
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New York Fashion Week is finally winding down – don’t get us wrong, we love watching the live feed of Oscar De La Renta’s show as much as the next fashion fiends, but at a certain point even we tire of seeing non-stop runway models in our Instagram, Pinterest and RSS feeds. And while we’ve…
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No one can accuse McDonald’s of selling cheap tasteless hamburgers. For one day only McDonald’s had their special edition gourmet hamburger on sale for $10 each. The burgers come loaded with extra thick slices of pineapple, chorizo sausage and a food known as black truffles. The burgers were not handed out in ordinary bags; they…
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There is a reason why the phrase ‘diamonds are a girl’s best friend’ has stuck in American popular culture for decades now. It is commonly seen in many advertisements and most people seem to instantly understand the meaning behind the phrase. But some researchers are starting to suggest that it may have some deeper meanings…
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It was the ring that made the biggest splash in the reality TV world, a massive emerald cut diamond flanked by two more step cut diamonds. Worn by none other than Kim Kardashian, who feted her own “royal” wedding to NBA player Kris Humphries with a multi-part wedding special on E!, three separate Vera Wang…
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As residents continue facing financial hardships in Florida’s slowly recovering economy, many are looking for creative ways to raise a little extra cash. One effective way residents can find a little extra money is to sell watches in Boca Raton (provided they have watches to sell, of course). Many people receive nice watches as gifts…
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Fall is here (kind of) and we’re smitten with all things autumn. We’re currently into rose gold, whether it’s on an antique style engagement ring or a modern eternity band by Tiffany and Co. Nothing complements the warm rich tones of rose gold like a rich burgundy the color of fall leaves, and it just…
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Natural gemstones make every piece of jewelry individualized and unique. Diamonds are a beautiful symbol of love, and every diamond is different, so it is extremely easy for these stones to sell jewelry Boca Raton. But there are also some other rare stones that nature has to offer us. According to jewelry buyers in Boca…
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The Samsung Company has created a new product they call the “Samsung Galaxy Smartwatch.” It works almost like your smartphone except that you wear it on your wrist like a luxury watch. This will be the first of a line of high tech accessories Samsung is calling “Galaxy Gear” and is supposed to be used…
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In order to sell your gold, or jewelry and watches safely, you should have some knowledge about different types of gold, other precious metals and stones. Too often buyers may try to take advantage of a lack of knowledge and not provide a fair price. To sell gold Boca Raton residents should ensure that they…
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Collecting as a Love Affair or a Business or Both? It seems to be in the nature of modern men and women to collect things. What those things are varies from individual to individual, of course, but it is the rare person you will encounter that doesn’t have one or two prized collections of items…
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Thousands upon thousands of watches are being sold in the country. Add the huge number of online stores that sell watches as well. If you want to sell watches in Boca Raton, this means that you have to compete with the other sellers. Most of the time, this is easier said than done. You may…
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Nail rings are all the rage this year. They were featured at Chanel’s Fall Haute Couture Fall 2013 event and have since become one of the most talked about new jewelry articles on the web. These rings are made using either white or yellow gold and often contain precious stones such as miniature diamonds. While…
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Marine watchmaker Ulysse Nardin recently unveiled its new limited edition marine timepiece, the Schooner chronograph. Revealed during this year’s America’s Cup Challenge in September, the Schooner chronograph was designed by skilled artisans as a tribute to the sailing vessel America — the schooner that inspired the beginning of the annual America’s Cup tradition in 1851.…
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Sotheby’s has in its possession the greatest white diamond to ever be at an auction house. It is a 118.28 carat oval D color flawless type IIa diamond and is a bit smaller than an egg. It will be auctioned off at the Hong Kong Magnificent Jewels and Jadeite auction that will take place on October 7.…
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