What is Prasiolite? Prasiolite, also known as vermarine, greened amethyst, or lime citrine, is a name for any cluster or quartz crystal that is green in color. This type of quartz is very rare and often cut as a gemstone. It can only be found in a small Brazilian mine as well as in small,…
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Something about the summer heat has men ready to accessorize. Perhaps a lack of fabric coverage by the way of sleeves, or shirts in general, requires the guys to express their fashion sense through channels other than clothes. Enter man-jewelry. The right men’s accessories can add the perfect layer of cool to any guy’s ensemble.…
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People love their jewelry. Men and women alike often take pride in the collection of rings, necklaces and watches they accumulate over the years. Some pieces may be passed down from family members, while others are bought from stores or at auctions. Many pieces are only worth sentimental value, but others can be extremely valuable…
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Welcome back, readers! Today, our GIA Graduate Gemologist, Richard Resnik, is sharing his thoughts on the misinformation game some jewelry retailers play. Because we’re both a brick & mortar jewelry store and one of the nation’s largest online jewelry retailers, we’re in a unique position of seeing the pro’s and con’s of each side of…
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Pearls, the June birthstone, have a unique, interesting history. When pearls were actually discovered is not known. They are regarded as the world’s oldest gem and for centuries, the most valuable. The June birthstone has been treasured throughout history. From ancient burial traditions to financing the military campaign of the Roman general Vitellius, to a…
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You go ahead and sing that to the tune of Girls Girls Girls. We won’t tell. But we will show! Show off our favorite pearls, that is. June’s birthstone is the classic, demure and enduring pearl. Created by life itself and fetched from the depths of the ocean, it’s no wonder pearls have been a…
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As temperatures climb, the clothing gets more minimal but your jewelry stays the same. Besides the fun summer jewelry trends you’re ready to rock, chances are you’ll still wear your favorite diamond studs, wedding rings and waterproof watches. But the summer fun can present danger to your jewelry, so we’re here with these summer jewelry…
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Attention all wonderful followers of the Raymond Lee Jewelers Instagram: now is your chance to win a FREE f-r-e-e David Yurman gold, silver and diamond bracelet. If you don’t follow us on Instagram, you’re missing out! It’s where we post our newest, hottest pieces. Sometimes it’s the only place we can share a quick snap…
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Clearly, as your favorite jeweler is the world, it’s in our best interest to let you know: you need all of the jewelry. However, it’s in your best interest, as our all time favorite customer for you to know: you only need a small selection. In fact, these are the only 5 pieces of jewelry…
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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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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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April Fool’s has come and gone, so you’d better believe that headline. George Clooney is officially engaged (and not to a cocktail waitress.) The Cloons’ intended is a far cry from his previous paramours, Amal Alamuddin is an internationally respected attorney. She specializes in international law, human rights, extradition and criminal law for the firm Doughty…
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Another huge diamond has been found at the Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Arkansas. Perhaps we should start calling the Crater of Diamonds State Park the new Las Vegas! Just throw your shovel out there and see where it lands. Some will win and some will lose. The last extremely large diamond found…
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Being a jewelry seller in Boca Raton, Florida isn’t always easy. In order to have an edge on the competition, you have to stay up to date with the latest trends throughout the industry. He or she with the most knowledge tends to have the most power when it comes to business transactions. Every jewelry…
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