Heirloom jewelry, including diamonds, that are part of an estate can be a joy as well as a nightmare unless someone can be found to help sort out all of the legalities and the value of the pieces involved. Heirs to an estate may find themselves in a predicament, depending on the number of pieces…
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When you’ve reached celebrity status, you’ve earned the right to have — and wear — the best of the best. That’s why we all take notice when our favorite celebrities happily announce their pending nuptials… and show us their bling! Here, we’ll show you just a few of the recent celebrity engagement rings we’ve seen;…
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The L’Incomparable Necklace — Ineffable Beauty In October, the JewelFest in Singapore showcased the most expensive, and perhaps most beautiful, necklace in the world. Asthetics are subjective (beauty is in the eye of the beholder and so on and so forth), but price tags are represent objective, empirical value. The combination of world-class diamonds set…
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Everyone knows that colors evoke certain emotional responses. The degree to which this occurs depends on the person. But grocery marketers, major corporations, and everyone in between has harnessed the influence of color to portray a certain sensibility. The application of color also works with gem stones. There are thousands of gem stones in the…
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Well readers, it happened. We all knew it would (hoped it would?) Its great for gossip, as Lainey would say if she broke her personal vow to never discuss Kanye West’s girlfriend. Maybe there’s a loophole now that she’s his fiance? Kanye and Kim, who started dating after Kim separated from Kris Humphries, but infamously…
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By now, it’s common knowledge that Kris Humphries auctioned off ex wife Kim Kardashian’s engagement ring via Christie’s yesterday. Any gossip lover with halfway decent vision and memory could tell that lot 194 was the Lorraine Schwartz sparkler papped on the finger of Ms. Kardashian. The ring made it’s debut on scene “Proposal” take 17…
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Have you ever been stumped over selecting a special gift for a special man? Did you ever consider springing for a $5Million dollar diamond and emerald studded watch? Beyonce, celebrity singer, did just that for her husband’s birthday this month, setting all the tongues wagging, some in envy, some in admiration, and some in dismay…
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A 14 Carat fancy vivid orange diamond is being auctioned by Christie’s. It is the world’s largest orange diamond. It is set to lead their Magnificent Jewels auction in Geneva, Switzerland on November 12. The estimated sale price is between $17 million to $20 million. That comes out to be around $1.3 million per carat.…
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Hayden Panettiere appeared on Live with Kelly & Michael and Good Morning America on Thursday morning, October 9 in New York City. She was wearing a brand new sparkling diamond engagement ring for everyone to see. She donned red boots, but they were not drawing any attention with that ring on her finger. She confirmed…
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Federica Rettore is an Italian jewelry designer who was first an artist, A talented sculptor from a very young age, she had pieces represent the New Liberal Art Academy of Milan in 1989, before she even graduated college. In 1991 she graduated in Plastic Art Research at the New Liberal Art Academy and almost immediately…
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October is here and with is comes Breast Cancer Awareness month. While everything is getting a dose of pink, from your favorite yogurt to the NFL, we stay a little pink year round. We love supporting the Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation’s Go Pink Challenge (if you follow us on Instagram you know their Kentucky…
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“When you know, you know.” That’s what one source close to Kaley Cuoco said regarding Cuoco’s engagement to tennis star Ryan Sweeting. What a whirlwind of a relationship! After only 3 months of dating, the Big Bang Theory star is making her wedding plans! Couco, 27, said yes to Sweeting, 26, on Wednesday, September 25. “Flying high, I…
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Normally it’s next to impossible for us to narrow our list to to a top 10 best dressed jewelry list. But after last night’s awards? We have no problem capping it off with the top 5 looks from the Emmys. The red carpet should have given us clues as to how quickly the show itself…
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Whenever you watch a red-carpet show that features celebrities showing off million-dollar necklaces, rings, and earrings, do you ever find yourself wondering how craftsmen took a small pile of gold, silver, diamonds, pearls, sapphires, rubies, and emeralds and then turned it into a piece of stunning jewelry? Perhaps it never crossed your mind, but if…
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The leaves are changing colors, the air feels crisper and, suddenly, it’s time to bring your fall wardrobe out of hiding. Sweaters and autumn’s color palettes provide the perfect backdrop for layering on the seasons chunky trends. This is not the season for demure pieces. Fall 2013 jewelry trends are all about being bold and…
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It is not hard to sell jewelry Boca Raton, as there are a number of jewelry shops, precious metal dealerships and pawn shops that are more than willing to purchase all types of jewelry. Unfortunately, many people do not make as much money from their jewelry sale as they could have. Following are three simple…
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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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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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It has recently been revealed that on a trip to Saudi Arabia, former United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton received a half- million dollars worth of jewels from Saudi King, Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz. The Department of State recently stated that these gifts were received in 2012 during her visit. Jewelry From Saudi Arabia…
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Scarlett Johansson Engaged to Romain Dauriac The blonde bombshell has been promoting her latest film Under the Skin in Venice at the Venice Film Festival for the last week, looking fabulous on every red carpet where she’s spotted. And last night, Scarlett showed up positively glowing in a black, curve hugging Versace dress. Typically at…
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Bling so bright it will make your eyes burn. Gems so shiny the sun will need to put on shades. And if diamonds are a girl’s best friend, then you’re going to make the acquaintances of many, many affectionate ladies after checking out the upcoming Sotheby’s Important Jewels Auction. New York City is the place…
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The terms vintage and antique are often used with the same meaning; however, there is a distinct difference between the two, especially when it comes to vintage jewelry. The primary difference between antique jewelry and vintage jewelry is the age. The materials used in making the jewelry are a good indication of the era of…
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The emerald cut diamond comes from a cut that was originally used for cutting emeralds. The shape is rectangular and is step-cut with cropped corners. Sharp corners are weaker and can break and chip more easily. When a diamond shape is step-cut, it is square or rectangular with rectilinear facets that are parallel to the…
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For years people have been obsessed with the idea of expensive diamonds. We’re captivated by giant expensive diamonds like the famous Hope diamond. The Hope rings up at a staggering $350 million, far out of most people’s price range for jewelry. But if you are in the market for some flashy diamonds closer to $1…
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Many creators of fine art jewelry claim that the wonders of nature are the inspiration behind their pieces. The French art designer Ornella Iannuzzi is one such artist that shows her reverent awe for nature in a most unique way. No frilly flora and fauna are found in Ornella Iannuzzi’s designs. Rather than delicate, ornate…
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True Story: Radiant cut diamonds rank pretty high on our list of fancy shaped diamonds. They sparkle with the fire of a brilliant cut, but their elongated shape makes them appear larger than the typical round brilliant. Radiant cuts also offer a fantastic alternative to the slightly pricier (and often smaller looking) princess cut diamonds.…
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Kimberly McDonald is a New York City jewelry designer with roots in North Carolina. Her personal “reuse rather than reap” philosophy honors both her love of nature and passion for high-fashion jewelry. Kimberly McDonald jewelry is unmistakably unique. She has taken the world of high-end, high-fashion jewelry by storm. To make her prized adornments, McDonald…
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Lucky you to be August born — your birthstone is one of the most remarkable gems in history. Pronounced pair-a-doe, peridot may be derived from the Arabic word “faridat” for gem. They form deep inside the Earth; it’s volcanoes that blast them to the surface. They have even been found in meteorites. How thrilling is…
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If you have never heard of the Kimberley Diamond it is worth a short read for the back story. The Kimberley Diamond was discovered in what is known as “The Big Hole” in South Africa, the Kimberley Diamond Mine. The Kimberley Mine is considered to be one of the first diamond mines of 19th century…
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We adore big aquamarine rings – the bigger the better. The airy, sky blue hue of aquamarines allow you to go big or go home. While they still give you fantastic, sparkling presence on your hand, they won’t overwhelm your outfit or “wear you”. So when we spotted this fabulous aquamarine ring in Betteridge’s 1st…
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This week the streets of Paris are teeming with fashion industry figures from all over the world. They are getting a first hand glance at the haute couture fashions and accessories slated to hit the fashion world in the autumn and winter of 2014. The French maison of high end jewelry Van Cleef & Arpels,…
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We love nail art. We love engagement rings. We love the pairing of nail art and engagement rings. So it’s high time for a follow up on our favorite game of mix and match. When engagement rings are so perfectly tailored to one’s personality, it only makes sense that your wedding day manicure would be…
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What a way to kick off the weekend – with some fabulous celebrity engagement ring eye candy! Matthew Morrison, star of Glee, proposed to girlfriend Renee Puente, and their engagement was announced last night in a perfectly musical way. The couple, who have been dating since 2011, attended the White Tie and Tiara Ball in…
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Today, the Supreme Court struck down the federal Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), marking a huge stride in the gay civil rights movement. It also marks a huge opportunity for couples around the US to be legally married. And those couples who live in states where same-sex marriage is legal (and will now be recognized…
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You might have noticed that malachite doesn’t get a lot of love among the gemstone world. Precious stones like diamonds, rubies and sapphires get most of the love in the jewelry world. And even semi-precious stones like opals, pearls and topaz seem to get a lot more attention than the deeply mysterious malachite. But, there’s…
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Life is full of awkward moments. Remember that one time at your sister’s house-warming party when you thought it’d be a good idea to start making jokes? The awkwardness crept in somewhere between Joke #2 and Joke #5 when you realized the only laughter was your own. This is awkwardness. Luckily, us “normal” folk aren’t…
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Well, it’s not Blue Steel but frankly we’ll take these blue ice cocktails any day. The ring in question puts even Derek Zoolander’s best look to shame with a 16 carat precisely pear shaped aquamarine. A beryl cousin of emerald, aquamarines’ gorgeous, crystal clear facets display their brilliant blue color. And nothing complements a beautiful…
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If it seems like this year’s celebrity engagement rings have paled in comparison to last year’s, it’s because they have. 2012 was the year that gave us Jennifer Aniston‘s ring, Angelina Jolie’s, Kelly Clarkson’s radiant cut fancy yellow (which she lost and thankfully found this week). We saw Blake Lively’s rose gold and oval engagement…
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Diamonds, rubies, pearls, opals and sapphires. Though there’s no arguing over whether or not these stones are rare, beautiful and expensive, there is some confusion about which gems are precious and which are semi-precious. Do you believe that semi-precious stones are less valuable than precious, or more common, or lesser in any way? It’s a…
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Alexandrite is one of the birthstones associated with June, along with the pearl and the moonstone. It is an uncommon, expensive stone that cannot be replicated synthetically because natural alexandrite has color-changing powers. They aren’t really ‘powers’, but the stone looks under different types of lighting. In daylight, alexandrite looks green with an occasional blue…
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Mauro Felter is an Italian artist that draws his inspiration from the beauty of the valley in Northern Italy of which he is a native. He has imparted that inspiration into his designer jewelry collections for a rugged, earthy look. Vallecamonia is the valley between the Concarena and the Pizzo Badile mountains where ancient nomads…
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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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Chopard jewelers recently presented their 2013 Red Carpet Collection at the Cannes Film Festival held on the French Riviera. The high-end jewelry company has been a sponsor of the event for 15 years. This year, the company presented 66 unique and exquisite pieces in honor of the 66th annual event. And like the glamorous models,…
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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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Bavna fine jewelry was launched in 2008, and is the creation of designer Sunny Jain. The brand is deeply influenced by the ancient art of Sanskrit, and the concept of development. Jain’s design process incorporates the development of the mind, body and soul. His philosophy resonates in every piece of Bavna fine jewelry. Origins of…
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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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Nina Runsdorf is the one jewelry designer that solved the problem of being over-dressed with haute couture jewelry and jeans. Nina is a lover of fine jewelry but at the same time realizes that fine pieces of jewelry may go unworn and unnoticed because of so much casual dress in modern times. Somehow, all that…
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