If you are like many people, the thought of owning vintage jewelry is exciting. To own a high quality work of art that has been around for decades is something special. As with anything in life there are benefits and drawbacks of buying vintage watches compared to a new model. By understanding these you will…
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If you have inherited some jewelry that you want to sell,in order to get the best value it is important to understand what type of jewelry you have. Estate jewelry simply means the jewelry is pre-owned, but it does not mean it has an affect on the value. For example, you may have inherited a…
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In an area like Boca Raton there are plenty of opportunities to buy jewelry that is real and of high quality, but there are also plenty of opportunities to get scammed. There are a few different ways that you can avoid scams when it comes to both buying and selling gold in Boca Raton. Following…
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Do you know someone who loves the best of everything, lots of bling and writes incessantly (present company excluded?) If you do, then this unique luxury pen would be the best gift you could ever present to them. The limited-edition pen named Mystery Masterpiece created in cooperation by luxury stationery companies Montblanc and Van Cleef…
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Are you in the market for a new phone? If so, then you should know about the different options out there. While there are many people are discussing whether to go with iPhone or Android there is another option out there, if you have ten thousand dollars to shell out for the new phone. There…
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Swarovski traces its history back to 1892 when Daniel Swartz (later Daniel Swarovski) patented a specific way to cut glass. This allowed him to produce crystal glass, and the rest as they say is history. Today, Swarovski is known world-wide for their quality crystal products. Most will know them for their beautiful crystal figurines, but…
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A complete guide to selling luxury watches in Boca Raton. The market is large and the money is waiting for sellers and buyers in the Boca Raton area. Sun surf and an appreciation of the finer things is the signature of the Boca Raton watch buying market. Fine pieces are purchased by buyer’s everyday at…
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Colored diamonds are found in nature and also created in the laboratory. The GIA (better known as the Gemological Institute of America) states that one out of every 10,000 diamonds is colored naturally. There are 27 hues that appear naturally in diamonds, according to the GIA. Pressure and varying degrees of radiation can impact the…
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We’ve talked lots about bridesmaids gifts here on the RLJ blog, but mostly we’re discussing cute bridesmaids gifts from the bride – today we’re flipping the switch. Look away, RLJ brides, it’s time for some one-on-one time with your bridesmaids! Being a bridesmaid is a huge honor, and sometimes also a huge financial commitment. Between…
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Gold is an extremely popular precious metal. Pure gold today and that discovered from centuries past are essentially one and the same. Variations come into play when things are added to the gold to create subtle differences in color and density. Gold in its purest forms is yellow in color and malleable and soft. It…
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A relative passes away and leaves an estate with a large amount of jewelry to your family. You’re the executor and are in charge to make sure everything left is distributed properly. The instructions are pretty straightforward that everything goes to your family, and your relative assumed everything would be liquidated. It’s a pretty easy…
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Auctioneers claim that a rare gem stone and the largest blue diamond in the world is going to fetch as much as $25 million at the auction in Geneva at Christie’s world renowned global auction house. On display currently at Christie’s New York City, this unusual diamond is pear shaped and a cobalt color. It…
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Did you by chance read this TechCrunch article? A bride-to-be inadvertently spoiled her own engagement ring surprise after seeing her man-friend’s name in the tittle of an Etsy listing for a ring on her wish list. Whoops. Of course, we hope this didn’t make their engagement any less special, but we can’t fault the writer…
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A phone is a very personal thing and for many there is nothing better than splurging on a great android case that not only protects their phone but also makes it personal and beautiful. However, what if you could buy a phone that is already decked out with diamonds and emeralds? The Savelli emerald studded…
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Proceeds from the recent sale of an Edwardian diamond tiara were donated to the UK based Cancer Research Leukemia division by a London based vendor. The tiara went up for auction on the seventeenth of April 2014. The piece was donated to the research center by a private donor. The design and unique features of…
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