We all have our favorite movies and movie stars, whether they’re timeless classics or contemporary icons. What you might not realize is just how much the characters are made unforgettable by their look, from the costumes and make-up to the accessories, including the watch they wear. A watch can communicate a great deal about those…
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The Panerai Luminor Marina 8 Days came out last year, and ever since its release, there has been much talk in relation to “Panerai discontinuing its entry-level Luminor model.” For some people, this seems like a good idea, especially given the fact that the PAM 510 so closely resembles the PAM 111 anyways. The only…
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There’s no better time to price your time piece than when you need some emergency cash fast and are looking to make a little bit of money. Determining whether or not your grandpa’s old watch has any intrinsic value to it can prove problematic however, if you don’t know anything about watches. Like a fine…
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Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and the clock is ticking to find a way to show your sweetie how much you love them. Roses and chocolates are cliché, but jewelry always impresses. Here are the top ten pieces of jewelry to give your sweetie this February 14th. 1. Upgraded Wedding Ring – If you’ve been…
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Wearing a watch is something that most of us do at least some of the time. In addition to being a useful way to keep track of time, watches are an excellent fashion accessory, particularly for men whose jewelry options are often more limiting than women’s options. In addition, the vast variety of watches that…
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Having a great watch collection full of high quality watches is one of the best investments you can make in yourself. Not only do watches retain their value (or even increase in value!), but they are a solid and practical addition to any wardrobe. Whether you are a wealthy aristocrat or a blue-collar worker, there…
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The concept of dividing days and nights into manageable pieces began in Babylon. Ancient Egyptians took time management a step further by erecting obelisks. These giant sundials not only told the time of day but also acted as calendars. The path to portable time keeping As the sun moved through the sky, the long shadows…
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Luxury Watches with their own Stories, Tracing the History of a Vintage Gift During the last eight years, an undeniable movement toward collectible pre-owned, vintage luxury watches has become a fierce competition among collectors on both Western and Eastern parts of the globe. Rolex, Patek and Cartier Vintage watches are favorites leading the way, but…
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Selling off personal jewelry items is a great way for people to generate a little spare cash when they need it the most. Some people choose to sell jewelry if they inherit it from a loved one or simply have lost interest in wearing it. There are a few different methods of selling watches in…
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Reasons for buying and having jewelry may vary but if you are lacking in ideas as to why you need to have some bling in your life here are some of the ten that caught our attention Unique like love and friendship Every luxury watch and jewelry piece is unique just as your individual relationships…
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Even with these tough economic times, many used watches have actually increased in value, making them a way to make money. But what watches are sure to improve with age, while some depreciate rapidly? And why do people sell their watches in the first place?
You have probably thought about it many times than once. Asking yourself where you can sell that piece of jewelry that perhaps you do not need anymore or you want a little bit of cash. This should not worry you anymore because it is possible to sell that inherited or unwanted piece of jewelry you…
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You have probably thought about it many times than once. Asking yourself where you can sell that piece of jewelry that perhaps you do not need anymore or you want a little bit of cash. This should not worry you anymore because it is possible to sell that inherited or unwanted piece of jewelry you…
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History of the 1896 wedding of Estelle Arpels to Alfred Van Cleef They met at the end of the Nineteenth Century, Alfred Van Cleef, a precious stone-cutters’ son, and the young woman, Estelle Arpels, her father a leading precious raw gems merchant. It was Paris, 1895, a marriage between two deep loves, joining together two…
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Many consumers out there have old or broken watches that they have around their home. If you would like to recoup some value from these products, you may be looking to sell them in the future. Should you be living in the Boca Raton area, you will actually have a few different options at their…
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Christmas is right around the corner, and if you’re anything like us you’ve been shopping since Black Friday (online, of course, safe from hordes of crazed deal seekers). We prefer to minimize our risk of holiday shopping injuries – think sprained wrist from rapid clicking on 1st Dibs instead of broken toes from a race…
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For anyone looking to sell jewelry of any type it is always helpful to know a few basics, a few tips, and a few different options that sellers have. Taking the time to learn about these issues is the best way to insure that your selling experience, be it your first time or hundredth time,…
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We are so thrilled to be celebrating 30 years of excellence in Boca Raton, and today we’re happy to see our owners on the cover of Sun Sentinel’s business section ! On this beautiful Cyber Monday we have a lot to be excited for – the holiday season is in full swing, along with our…
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In the United States and most other Western countries, owning and wearing a watch is one of the most common accessories for men to have. While women typically can choose from a variety of rings, bracelets, necklaces, and earrings, most men tend to wear one piece of jewelry: their watch. Because of this, watches have…
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Happy Thanksgivukkah to one and all who celebrate! Raymond Lee Jewelers wishes everyone celebrating Thanksgiving a wonderful day full of family/friends/mashed potatoes in any amount or combination. To everyone celebrating the Festival of Light, Happy Hanukkah! The first night of Hanukkah does indeed fall on American Thanksgiving this year, and won’t do so again for…
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Aqua and gold bridesmaids ensembles are pretty high up there on our list of favorite wedding color palettes. When we saw this wedding with bridesmaids in this aqua and gold polka dot Shoshanna gown we were obsessed. Not only is the wedding itself lovely and full of pastels and natural beauty, but this dress is…
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An enduring part of human culture is on the return, confirming that time, and the sophisticated jewelry that shows it to us, is everlasting. Just when we thought cell phones had replaced wrist watches entirely, we are rediscovering the timeless, stylish convenience that watches provide. The days of scrambling through pockets and purses to retrieve…
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When Watch Complications became a Good Thing Mankind has been grappling with the goal of simplifying the process of telling time for thousands of years. However, it is only in the last century that the wristwatch became the ubiquitous timepiece that allowed everyone to easily and affordably achieve that objective. Ironically, once that marvel became…
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There is a plethora of watches around that men and women wear. Buying watches of course requires you to have money, but selling them can give you potentially attractive returns. In Boca Raton, Florida, most people are concerned with brand new watches. This does not mean though that selling new things is the way to…
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Buy Jewelry and Diamond Engagement Rings online Raymond Lee Jewelers online store has a vast selection of jewelry that is unlike any other traditional jewelry store. Here you can find and buy jewelry. We feature one of a kind estate jewelry piece, and vintage Designer pieces from brands such as Cartier, Van Cleef,…
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Famous watchmaker Vacheron Constantin has recently featured his newest creation from his Patrimony Contemporaine Collection: a watch that has the thinnest minute repeater out there on the market. Vacheron Constantin has a rich history of watches and this newest one took many years to develop. Known as the Caliber 731, the movement of the model…
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The jury went into deliberation in June and now they are ready to make a decision. Importers and manufacturers started the long deliberation by nominating their favorites and leaving the jury to decide which to name best in its class. Judged for aesthetics, performance, style, features and value for the buck the jury discussed argued…
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One of our favorite saying is “ain’t no party like an arm party.” And it’s true, even if the ring stacking extravaganza that took the jewelry world by storm as the hottest jewelry trend 2013 saw would like to argue otherwise. There’s nothing that keeps an outfit so on trend as a lively arm party…
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30 Years in the Jewelry Business No business can be in business for over 30 years if the business did not operate with trust and integrity. Raymond Lee Jewelers, established in 1983, and known as South Florida’s most trusted name in jewelry sales and service. Consumers know who to trust their jewelry and sell diamonds…
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There were days when an iPod was a luxury product and plugging a pair of iPod headphones made a statement on one’s social class, then came Beats by Dre; headphones credited to rapper and music producer Dr. Dre that recently took the world of headphones by storm as a premium gadget given the many celebrity…
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As residents continue facing financial hardships in Florida’s slowly recovering economy, many are looking for creative ways to raise a little extra cash. One effective way residents can find a little extra money is to sell watches in Boca Raton (provided they have watches to sell, of course). Many people receive nice watches as gifts…
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Collecting as a Love Affair or a Business or Both? It seems to be in the nature of modern men and women to collect things. What those things are varies from individual to individual, of course, but it is the rare person you will encounter that doesn’t have one or two prized collections of items…
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Thousands upon thousands of watches are being sold in the country. Add the huge number of online stores that sell watches as well. If you want to sell watches in Boca Raton, this means that you have to compete with the other sellers. Most of the time, this is easier said than done. You may…
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As one of the biggest and oldest South Florida watch buyers and boutiques, we hear our more than our fair share of wacky stories from customers who want to sell and trade luxury watches. We hear all kinds of breakup stories, excuses and background gossip from our often hilarious clientele. We’re talking extremely creative binding…
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Watches are as unique as the person wearing them. Each style, brand, material, size, and feature tells others a bit about the person behind the time piece and their lives. It is important that rather than following trends or styles, users determine what watch is right for them based on three very specific criteria. The…
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The first watches were used in the 15th century to help those on guard duty “keep watch,” the name watchmen evolved from this elite group of men that used their spring loaded time pieces to record important events that happened on their watch, to determine when it was time to change shift, and to keep…
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A lot can be learned about a person by what watch they wear. It can tell you about their tastes, their aspirations, their style, and even a bit about their salary. Keeping in mind that most celebrities have enough money to forget about price tags, considering their watch brands and styles can tell us common…
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BaselWorld is by far the most exciting event in the watch world. It’s where all the luxury watch designers unveil their latest creations. From the highest of high end timepiece technology to the latest trends that will dominate the watch world for years to come, Basel is the place to find them. While perusing one…
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It’s the seemingly insignificant details that really make a watch unusual these days, and it’s those tiny differences that set this extraordinary Paul Newman Daytona apart from its brethren. The stunning timepiece set chronologists’ hearts on fire when it went up for auction at Antiquorum in Geneva. Here are all the details to get you…
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As the price of gold fluctuates dramatically it stands to reason that those selling watches, jewelry, and other items that use gold as their main material might get a bit worried. Though gold is not at the historic high that it was six months ago, at $1200 per ounce it is safe to say that…
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From our family to yours, we’re wishing all the RLJ dads out there a Happy Father’s Day 2013! From the time you nervously bought your wife’s engagement ring, to giving her her first pair of diamond earrings, or buying your little girl her first set of pearls, we’ve been so lucky to be the jeweler…
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Christies This week, our eyes are on Christie’s as they prepare to auction the Stephen S. Palmer Grand Complication Patek Philippe watch tomorrow. And while the 18kt rose gold antique pocket watch might be grabbing headlines, there are several other beauties in its Important Watches sale, happening at Rockefeller Center in New York. Bonham’s This…
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Can you imagine knowing luxury watches from the time you were a child? Richard Paige has; he is a 4th generation watchmaker and retail jeweler. He collects watches, loves watches, and lately has lamented the high price of luxury watches in his blog. You see, he has the big-picture view on high-end watches because he’s…
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This week there’s no doubt in our minds which watch is the winner – it’s our new Piaget Polo Chronograph! With a pristine white gold case and white dial contrasting sharply against a leather strap, it’s crystal clear this watch is a beauty. The watch’s applied index markers contrast again (sense a theme here?) with…
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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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It’s time for another installation of Auction Action! Sotheby’s important watches sale promises to be exciting, and we can’t wait to see the hammer price on the rare Patek Philippe (Lot 182) and the rose gold Greubel Forsey. Not to mention a whole slew of Rolexes, Vacheron Constantin and Jaeger-LeCoultre. Over at Bonham’s, this week’s…
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True Story: we were green with envy today. It’s true that our Boca Raton jewelry store is bursting with incredible jewelry and watches, but when our entire Facebook feed is full of gorgeous pictures from BaselWorld 2013, it’s hard not to be just a tad jealous. While we’re mentally willing ourselves to Switzerland to see…
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