Can you believe it? One week from today we’ll all be stuffed to the gills with turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and the fierce desire to do battle over flat screen tv’s and Apple watches. Of course, even if Black Friday sporting isn’t quite your thing, we might be able to tempt you. With Thanksgiving…
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Have you heard the lilting tunes of Jingle Bells beckoning form a store front already? Do you find yourself strolling past the Santa display on your way to pick up Halloween candy? Have you begun secretly pinning cookie recipes and pre-planning your gingerbread house? If so, we’re here to delight you (and really, if you’ve…
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Spotlight On: The Invisible Setting Yesterday, as we showed off some of our favorite Art Deco inspired engagement rings, a common feature among them was invisibly set stones. This style of setting was pioneered and perfected by Van Cleef & Arpels before they patented it in 1933. Today, we see the invisible setting spread through…
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As summer wraps up, and back to school season looms large, South Floridians everywhere look forward to one thing: tax free weekend! This back to school tax holiday lets parents and students stock up on everything they’ll need for the new school year (well, in theory. Let’s just hope it lasts you through October.) And…
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When it comes to spotting fake watches, we love a good watch bust as much as the next jeweler. Especially when it saves us a few thousand dollars – oh yes, even we’ve been burned by really good fakes. But the painful sting of realizing we just bought a Fauxlex taught us to be vigilant,…
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With all of the electronic gismos and gadgets on the market that can tell time, take pictures and make phone calls, do you really need a watch? You bet. A fine watch is not only a high-quality timepiece, but it’s also a wardrobe accessory that says a lot about you. A watch can also turn…
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The Apple Watch is now available to the masses. However, before now all you had to do was look to Instagram to see which celebrities snagged one early and what designs they chose. Beyonce chose pure gold to set off her skin and accent her striking headdress, as only Beyonce can do so beautifully. Chanel…
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Spring has finally arrived, putting an end to the brutal cold felt across the country over the last few months. Several celebrities couldn’t wait for Mother Nature to warm up. We hear that over a dozen Tinseltown bachelors turned the heat up on their romances with a proposal. We got to peak at a few rings and can…
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People make mistakes, but some people make such outlandish mistakes you just have to wonder what the heck is going on in their minds. The mistake in question here is worth 4.9 million dollars. Not many people get to make a mistake like that. There is a silver lining to this debacle. It proves to all…
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One of the most notable swimming watches available is the Ulysse Nardin El Toro Men’s Watch 326-00/3. This beautiful wrist piece comes with a GMT +/- Perpetual Calendar, an 18 karat rose gold case, a silver dial, a 43mm case dimension, and an automatic self-winding chronometer held on the hand with an alligator/crocodile leather black strap.…
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Although the wristwatch has been a widely-used item for less than a century (it came to prominence during WWI as a way to coordinate artillery and attacks from the trenches), it has earned a prominent place in numerous films. We thought you’d enjoy a brief look at how these timepieces have figured into some popular…
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A significant and growing segment of the global watch market is the attraction of luxury watches. The appreciation of these timepieces, referred to as the horological hobby comes from many different sectors, from collectors to investors to those who simply want to show they have arrived in style. If you are also fascinated by these marvels…
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As a company we have touched on this subject many times in the past. A year or so ago we bought an amazing example of a super fake Rolex Deepsea Seadweller in Hong Kong for $300. In our article we broke a real one down next to a fake one. It was pretty unreal. Here…
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Most people who like to wear nice watches have a favorite. Their favorite might be a delicate gold timepiece that they received after retirement, it might be a less pricey silver watch that they received for their anniversary but which holds a lot of sentimental value, or a platinum watch that costs as much as…
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If you’re thinking about what to get your father, brother or husband for Christmas, it’s time to consider a watch. Not an ordinary watch, though, but one he’ll be proud to wear to work or to special occasions. If you’re unsure if a watch is the right way to go, here are four reasons why…
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There is no shortage of sports watches on the market, but some brands stand towering above the rest when it comes to performance and aesthetic appeal. While some of these brands come with a high price point, others are priced to sell and are readily available. When you’re shopping for the perfect sports watch, be…
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Just like nearly everything else a woman wears, a watch is not simply a time piece that performs a practical purpose only. Of course, most women have a need for a watch and regard it as a necessity rather than simply an stylish accessory. This does not mean, though, that a woman does not put…
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There are so many great watches and designers to choose from that it’s always difficult to narrow it down to only a few. Whether it’s casual and sporty or chic and elegant, the watches for 2015 offer something stylish for everyone to choose from. The following are seven of the trendiest new watches for 2015.…
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One week from today, it’s officially Cyber Monday. The one day a year when every internet retailer busts out the biggest deals, a 21st century answer to Black Friday. We l-o-v-e Cyber Monday. It allows us, as shoppers, to cross off every name on our gifting list without setting foot in a crowded mall –…
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This Vintage Cartier “Santos” Collection Men’s Watch was noticed on the wrist of icon, Carlos Huber, the founder of fragrances by Arquiste. When asked about the precious timepiece, he revealed his personal feelings for the gift. Thinner and lighter than the typical Santos by Cartier design, Huber enjoys showing his vintage gift off during the summertime, and he mentions…
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The delicate, slim, understated, but not underwhelming Piaget Black Tie Collection watches reflect their namesake. Of course, with many of these pieces going for forty grand and up, they’re probably a little more premium than even the nicest tie in your collection. One of the nicest (and priciest) watches on display in the collection right…
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Today’s Man Crush Monday (#MCM) is all about watches! We love chatting about our favorites, sharing how to spot fakes, and of course showing off our priciest new acquisitions. Our favorite out of all those though is likely sharing helpful information like how to find and buy authentic luxury watches. And so, starting on that…
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With all the recent buzz about the most fabulous new engagement rings in Boca Raton, we just want to reach out to all of our watch lovers and let you know our horology obsession is still kicking (or should we say ticking? No? Terrible pun? Ok, retracted.) We adore the history behind the world’s oldest watch…
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For those who want a metal wristband watch, there are plenty of luxury time piece choices to pick from. All the major watchmakers produce a metal band option, often with a larger inventory than the natural leather wristband choices. Cartier has always been a major name in men and women’s watches, and metal wristband timepieces…
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How did we not know about this website?! Primer Magazine is a fantastic lifestyle site for young men between 23-30. It’s not your average men’s magazine – and it’s pretty unabashedly proud of that. So you won’t be reading bro-talk here, or be encouraged to buy $80 shaving cream. Their “Getup” fashion feature is our new…
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Watches are a type of jewelry just like any other piece worn. Both men and women can enjoy a variety of watches with a good selection, and some pieces stand out far better for the day time at the office versus the nighttime out on on the town. Selecting the right one can augment an…
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Luxury watches are often associated with the finer things in life as well as providing accessories and style that is simply not available at commonplace product levels. However, that doesn’t usually mean a luxury watch can then be used in the same unforgiving environments as wristpieces specifically designed to be used outdoors, in rugged conditions,…
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You’ve checked the couch cushions, and you even did an extra load of laundry in hopes of hitting a dryer “windfall,” but you are still short the money you need for that pesky utility bill. We all fall behind on our obligations, and when that happens we have to make hard choices in order to…
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For reasons as complex as the wearers’ personalities, pairing a watch with a career, profession or vocation has very interesting results: Actor’s Watch- Tudor Fastrider Features: Bold and daring. The actor’s watch has red details, the brand with Ducati and matte finish for confidence and sophistication. Also, the watch is less pushy and more swagger,…
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Yes, it does feel inappropriate and anticlimactic to discuss anything other than Beyonce. But it is still #MCM here at RLJ, and though Beyonce is basically literally everything, she is not a dude. So we technically can’t include her int he best 2014 VMA Mens fashion, as much as we’d like to. And we can’t include…
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Hollywood A-listers are often the epitome of class and beauty. Everyone wants to look like them, especially when it comes to the clothes, shoes, and makeup that they wear and even the way they style their hair. However, it is not just these items that they wear, but also their fashion accessories. One of the…
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If you thought $10,000 for a Rolex was a princely sum of money, you haven’t met the Henry Graves Supercomplication, perhaps the most unique and coveted watch in the world of horology. Now, for the first time since it was sold for a record $11 million to an anonymous bidder in 1999, the watch will…
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There are celebrities that you love and celebrities that you hate. However, you cannot deny that you want to know what they are wearing. They are trendsetters and perhaps you want to copy their look. While dresses and shoes make these celebrities stylish, there is one accessory that will never go out of fashion and…
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Around here we’re big fans of horology history. While our fabulous diamond engagement rings (especially our newest Verragio additions) tend to get top billing on our Facebook, Instagram and Tumblr accounts, we never neglect our watches here in the showroom. Our luxury watches fill an entire wall and then some of showcases, with pre owned…
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It’s 2014, we’re all at least vaguely familiar with the term e-commerce, and its concept: selling items online. Sites like eBay and Amazon are just the big players, everyone and anyone is seemingly selling something online these days. In fact, thanks to the relative low cost of e-commerce, there are more people selling online than…
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Timepieces and watches are frequently sold along with fine jewelry, but consumers usually have far less knowledge about these items than they do for rings, necklaces and diamonds. In fact, most people will just think Rolex if asked to name a valuable timepiece. In reality, there is far more to this part of the luxury…
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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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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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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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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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Luxury watches are in high demand. And when you have something that people want and are willing to pay a pretty penny for you are bound to have unscrupulous shysters rise up and try to take advantage of good folk. Unfortunately, the world of luxury watches does not escape unscathed. Counterfeiters are everywhere and they…
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Watches can be a lucrative part of the jewelry and valuables resale market. Jewelry sellers who are knowledgeable about which brands tend to maintain their value over time have an advantage over the general public and less informed buyers. There are any number of reasons why someone might be looking to unload one or more…
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Today’s woman is multi-faceted. She is equally at home in the boardroom and at an upper scale dinner party as she is on the tennis court and tucking her toddlers into bed. Because she is always on the go, and never one to be able to slow down, she needs the appropriate watch for…
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An antique or designer watch represents an intricate, beautiful work of art not just a functional timepiece. When planning to sell your old, unwanted or inherited watches, you will have many ways to sell it over the Internet. However, taking the watch to your local jeweler can provide you with a much better experience and…
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Every year, fascinating people in the world win Nobel Prizes in one of several categories (economic sciences, chemistry, literature, physics, physiology or medicine, and last but certainly not least, peace). Now a piece of peace history is going up for auction in Baltimore, Maryland on March 27, 2014. An unnamed someone recently discovered the 1936…
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Buying a luxury watch often involves feeling of success, accomplishment, even tinged feelings finding a treasure long sought after. That said, life is full of changes and seasons. Rarely do things stay constant decade after decade. And, sometimes a luxury watch then becomes more than a personal belonging, it becomes an investment. However, understanding just…
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You need money. Perhaps it has to do with the bills you owe or a sudden expense you didn’t expect. Now, you’re looking at trying to sell something that might be of value to someone else. The good news is that old watch or that old jewelry gathering dust might be worth something. The question…
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