Throughout its history Tiffany has carefully protected its brand and its place in the industry. They do this by setting their own standards and by continually offering jewelry that exceeds expectations. Well, the jewelry maker has once again added to its collection of engagement set options with the Tiffany Harmony. The engagement ring features a…
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To say they’re off to a good start would be an understatement. On May 22, Lucara Diamond Corp. announced the results of their first large and exceptional diamond tender earlier this month, and even the world’s poshest jaws dropped. Consisting of 15 single stone lots, Lucara reported revenues of $24.85 million, or an astounding $30,468…
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There is an unquenchable market for products that make us look younger and feel better about ourselves. Go to any department store and look in the cosmetic aisle for an assortment of anti-aging creams, lotions and potions. They can run from a few dollars to a few hundred dollars a jar: such is the case…
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This week shows us jewelry and watch auctions at both Christie’s and Bonham’s. At Christie’s we spotted a Chopard Happy Fish watch (plus plenty more familiar looking pre owned watches) along with a gorgeous gold Tank Americaine, which is somewhat hard to come by pre owned (of all the clients who want to sell watches,…
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Christie’s auction house has announced that jeweler Harry Winston has bought a new flawless and colorless 101.73-carat diamond. The prestigious jeweler acquired the huge gemstone for a record $26.7 million . Diamonds of this caliber are named by the first ever purchaser. Harry Winston decided to name the diamond the “Harry Legacy.” The legendary Harry…
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Asia’s demand for rare colored diamonds has led to an explosion in prices of the gems recently and now that demand is causing one company to take advantage of it. Rio Tinto has announced that it will be putting up for sale its 1.56 carat Argyle Phoenix, a red diamond that is the largest one…
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We had the most incredible time at this year’s 2013 Hope Bash and we were so honored to be this year’s exclusive jewelry sponsor. The event was a gorgeous evening supporting a fabulous cause. Over 600 supporters of Place of Hope gathered at PGA National Resort & Spa. Executive Director Charles Bender credited the record-setting…
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This is an exciting auction week! With an Important watch sale at Christie’s seeing several lots realize way more than their estimates, timepieces are hot hot hot. Extraordinary Rolexes and Patek Philippes (along with a generous helping of Audemars) make this ongoing sale one to watch. Later this week, Christie’s hosts its magnificent jewels sale…
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Happy Mother’s Day to all of our wonderful RLJ Moms! We hope today brings you a beautiful, relaxing, and appreciative day. We’ve been looking forward to this day all month, watching the contest heat up and watching the votes climb. Finally we’re so happy to announce that the winner is… Alanna W! Alanna shared this…
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There are those who claim that too much formal instruction in an art form will stifle the natural flow of a person’s inner creativity. That may be the case for jewelry designer Wendy Yue. Born in Hong Kong, Wendy’s studies were focused on language and culture. She completed those studies in Vienna and set her…
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Have you ever had that moment of panic where you just left a restaurant or a store, or a club and you can’t find your smartphone? Even if it is found seconds later in a pocket or purse, there is that breathless moment of OMG! Imagine now, if you had a phone that was worth…
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You know we love big diamonds, right? We wear big diamonds. We buy big diamonds. We ogle big diamonds. If we could fill a swimming pool with big diamonds you’d know where to find us on every glorious afternoon here in South Florida. And despite the huge yellow diamonds, the fabulously large internally flawless GIA…
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The natural processes which create diamonds are intricate and based in geological systems. Not all diamonds share the same chemical signature, foundational compounds or model for creation. Rather there are multiple processes often times yielding beautiful varieties of diamonds. Studies regarding the origin and creation of diamonds vary. Eclogitic versus Peridotitic Diamonds Recent research suggests…
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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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