The hottest news at the Latina Magazine’s Hollywood Hot list party on Thursday was that Glee’s Naya Rivera is engaged to Big Sean! The 26 year old ‘Glee’ actress was rocking an eye-catching diamond engagement ring on her finger as she graced the red carpet wearing a Giorgio Armani. Naya and Big Sean made their…
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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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In order to sell your gold, or jewelry and watches safely, you should have some knowledge about different types of gold, other precious metals and stones. Too often buyers may try to take advantage of a lack of knowledge and not provide a fair price. To sell gold Boca Raton residents should ensure that they…
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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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Fall weddings are the stuff dreams are made of. Rich, jewel toned colors make a perfect palette when combined with glamorous metallics (one of our favorite wedding colors). Perfectly in-season apples make for gorgeous centerpieces and favors alike. The beauty of fall leaves makes a stunning backdrop in so many places, but here in South…
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How much do you know about the sapphire? Let’s test your knowledge. Which of the following statements are true and which are false? 1. Most people think of sapphires as blue but there are also other color varieties 2. The sapphire is the birthstone of those born in July. 3 The word Sapphire comes from…
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Welcome, Redditors! If ice for miles isn’t your style, check out some of our more…subdued watches here. You can also might enjoy some of our other most popular posts: How to Spot a Fake Rolex Milgauss How to Spot a Fake Cartier Love Bangle The Difference Between the New Model & Old Model Cartier Love Bangle You…
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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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If you’re strolling down the street in Boca Raton and a stranger comes out of nowhere and asks if “Wanna buy some pre owned Rolex watches?”,saying yes would be comparable to agreeing to buy a bridge while visiting Brooklyn. This is not to say you can’t find an honest-to-goodness pre owned Rolex in Boca Raton,…
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Designers Jude Steele and Frances Gadbois are greatly inspired by the French-English influence, and it shows in the delicate nuances that characterize their lines of fine jewelry. Instantly recognizable, Jude Frances designs encompass a full spectrum of pieces, from bangles and cuffs to romantic drop earrings to gorgeous pave sapphire and diamond rings. Moms on…
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The Baroque period, which lasted from 1600 to 1775, had a lasting impact on the architecture, art, music, dress code and jewelry of this time period. It has helped to shape and inspire not only classical masterpieces but also fashion and jewelry design of the modern era. Baroque Jewelry Styles Before the Baroque period, jewelry…
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As one of the world’s foremost auction houses, Sotheby’s has announced a major coup as an aid in promoting its “Contemporary and Impressionist & Modern Art” auctions. For the past decade, prices established in these auctions have played a key role in setting worldwide pricing trends. For this year’s November event, a public exhibition entitled…
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Earrings are one of the most popular options for wedding jewelry. They go well with any hairstyle, any neckline, and any body type. Of course, the variety that earrings offer help complete your look depending on their style, metal, size, stones and proportions. Unlike, say, a necklace, earrings won’t compete with even a busy neckline…
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Here in July it’s all about the Royal Family. There’s also another event scheduled for September that will regain our attention. That is the scheduled release of Diana, a motion picture coming to theaters. The movie stars Naomi Watts as Princess Di, and while there are on-going debates about her portrayal, no one is disputing…
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We love a tri-color ring. Not only is it practical, matching all your different jewelry regardless of the metal, but it’s beautiful. From Cartier’s signature trinity ring to individual rings just begging to be stacked, we’re hooked. These 18kt gold stacking rings in Jack Weir & Sons’ shop are a perfect example. Beautiful rounded edges…
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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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Christie’s This week Christie’s features one and only one fine jewelry sale ‘Jewellery’ Sale no. 8967 at the London, South Kensington location on June 19th (although we’re currently stalking the Vintage Couture handbags and accessories sale for pre owned luxury handbags along with our sister company.) Luckily, a Christie’s sale never disappoints, and even just…
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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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If you’ve been in the market for a new pearl necklace but have been holding out for just the right piece, you may have missed your big chance. An elegant three-row natural pearl necklace certain to please any jewelry enthusiast sold at Christie’s earlier this week. Oh, and did we happen to mention it fetched…
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Mark Rubinstein would have been delighted to lay eyes on a snake; instead he spotted gold. While participating in a Florida Burmese python hunt last February, Rubinstein was deep in the swamps of the Everglades when he noticed an unusual glint half-buried in the dirt along a levee. Upon closer investigation, he discovered a penny-sized…
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The Hublot watch brand of Switzerland has built links with competitive skiing throughout their existence. Since 2011, they have been the “Official Time Keeper” of the Alpine World Ski Championship at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. They support Switzerland’s Dario Cologna, the world’s greatest cross country skier, and have formed partnerships with two ski schools and the Tourist Office…
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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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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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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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Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands abdicated her throne last night in favor of her son, but before she left the regency behind she threw one heck of a ball. We don’t know about you, but in our opinion there aren’t nearly enough opportunities to wear tiaras. So when we get to live vicariously through the…
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For well over a century, Van Cleef & Arpels has spelled romance in jewelry. The Van Cleef love story began in 1895 when Estelle Arpels and Alfred Van Cleef declared their deep passion and love for all things beautiful into the creation of jewels that would befit celebrities and royalty, most especially those lucky in…
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Warning: The following post isn’t recommended for the squeamish or insectophobic. When we saw these beautiful pieces on The Gem Standard, at first we were blinded by turquoise…then we noticed the antennae. French artist Hubert Deprat found himself captivated by the behaviors of Caddis Fly larvae. The tiny bugs forage for bits and pieces in…
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There’s something extra inviting about red cocktails, no? They’re like the more laid back cousin of the blue cocktail. Yes, probably just as deceptively potent, but less likely to turn your mouth weird colors. On the other hand (literally), a red ruby cocktail ring is precisely the opposite. It is the more sultry, eye catching…
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18K White Gold Ruby Ring Style White Gold Ruby Ring Carat Weight 0.60ctw Gemstone 6 Rubies Mounting Details 18K White Gold Mounting Size Size 5.5 (Can be Sized) Total Weight 2.7dwt (4.2g) Additional Details Also Available with Emeralds, Sapphires, (Diamond ring is NO LONGER AVAILABLE). Ring can be stacked with others or worn individually. Comes…
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Famous for his retro style and brilliantly colored baubles, the handcrafted jewelry of Seaman Schepps has been popular since the 1930s, especially among such notable celebrities as Katherine Hepburn and Andy Warhol. You’ll instantly recognize his asymmetrical pieces for their unflinchingly eye-catching design, whether made from classic diamonds and sapphires or pedestrian materials like seashells…
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The inaugural LA Antique Jewelry and Watch Show has finally arrived! We’ve been excited for this new addition to US Antiques Shows’ calendar since the big announcement, and now it’s showtime. Raymond Lee Jewelers’ booth is situated on prime LA real estate, right by the entry! You’ll see our booth 1026 immediately when you walk…
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Bayco is a new name in the jewelry industry, but brings along old generational values. Amir Hadjibay began his dream of acquiring jewelry through trading woven Persian rugs, in exchange for beautiful gemstones. Years later Amir relocated to Italy began to build a portfolio, by using his experience and contacts in the jewelry industry. After…
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We’ve talked before about the right jewelry for your wedding dress (and there’s an update coming soon!) But there’s one piece of jewelry that’s nearly universally flattering with every wedding dress (besides those sparkly engagement and wedding rings!) Of course, we’re talking about earrings. The type of wedding earrings you’ll wear is dictated first by…
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Today we’re all about color! While a pure, sparkling diamond never, ever loses its lustre, sometimes we’re just drawn to the vibrant and rich luxury of gemstone engagement rings. Rubies and sapphires add a bright pop of color that announces to the world “Yes I am getting married!” And colored gemstones make for gorgeous unique…
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Néih Hóu from Hong Kong! Jeff & Lee are currently overseas in Hong Kong sharing our gorgeous jewels with the fabulous attendees of the Hong Kong International Jewelry Show. Several times a year, Jeff Josephson and Lee Josephson take the worldwide trip from our Boca Raton jewelry store to the stunningly huge Hong Kong Convention…
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Last night we tuned in to the longest red carpet/Oscars in history! At least that’s how it felt. While we had our fellow jewelry lovers to Twitter commiserate with, we were left wondering, constantly, where the star power was. Where were the era-defining gowns? Where was the spark? Where were Angelina and Brad? And once…
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Every year, celebrities splash out on designer dresses and top-of-the-line accessories for the annual Academy Awards, but some of the most stunning pieces you’ll see traipsing down the red carpet aren’t fashioned from fabric, but diamonds and semi-precious gems. Through the 85 years of the Oscars presentation, movie stars have displayed some of the most…
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Few celebrities were as iconic and effortlessly elegant as Elizabeth Taylor. Her beauty was world-famous, as was her taste in jewelry, which she often received from her equally famous beaux. Though she passed away just a few short years ago, her legacy prevails, especially when it comes to her collection of stunning gems. You can…
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There may be three things just about everybody knows about Napoleon. He was short. He liked to keep his right hand in his vest. His first wife was Josephine. For those looking to own a piece of history you’ll be interested to know the engagement ring that Napoleon gave to his Josephine is going on…
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Happy Valentine’s Day readers! We’re toasting to you, to love, and to all things cute and pink today. And the perfect Valentine’s Day cocktails can always be found in our Boca Raton jewelry store. As a matter of fact, the perfect cocktail rings in general always can! Today though, we’ve done a doozy in pink…
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Readers, this awards season may go down in history as the most boring ever. From a snoozefest at the SAG Awards, to the relative lack of bling at the Golden Globes, the celebs on the red carper just aren’t scratching our itch for major jewelry. Where are the diamonds (and no, we don’t mean studs)?…
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V-Day is just around the corner, and we’re feeling the love. Everywhere we turn we’re bombarded by cute couples (thanks to our Facebook photo contest), sweet treats, and perfectly hued gems. We love rose gold, pink sapphires and ruby jewelry even more in February than any other time of the year. We couldn’t resist pairing…
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