Let’s talk about pre-owned watches! At Raymond Lee Jewelers, a huge part of our wonderful collection of luxury items is our watch showcase. Actually, watch showcases. We buy and sell only the best pre-owned watch brands with a constantly revolving selection that has so many of our loyal, watch-loving clients stopping by frequently just to…
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Marquise diamonds catch a bad rap. They’re stereotyped as outdated, or maybe more difficult to shop for (we’ll explain that later.) But, like all great things in fashion and jewelry, marquise diamonds are due for a comeback. Thanks to the cyclical nature of both industries, what’s old is new again. The 90’s have been back…
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Tacori engagement rings always take our breath away, but today they’re giving us heart palpitations too. Sometimes, you just need some good old fashioned engagement ring eye candy, and Tacori is definitely up to task. Tacori engagement rings are the perfect blend between Old World style and California cool. It’s no surprise, considering Haig Tacorian…
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Fancy yellow diamonds are some of our favorite things. Granted, we love all diamonds (can’t you tell?) But the beauty and rarity of a gorgeous, sunny yellow diamond always catches our eyes. And this striking pop of color is an elegant and super luxe way to make your engagement ring stand out. Whether you want…
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How does shape affect engagement ring cost? This is an interesting question, and one we’re more than happy to answer. Specifically, how does diamond shape affect an engagement ring’s cost? Because in reality, your engagement ring setting could be virtually any shape with minimal difference in cost, as long as the other materials (metals and…
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Summer proposal ideas are some of our faaaaavorite eye candy on Pinterest. Don’t get us wrong – we look at beautiful proposals year-round! And we’ve been saving our very favorites to our newest Pinterest Board (make sure you’re following us there for non-stop engagement ring eye candy.) https://www.pinterest.com/diamondsbyRL/proposal-ideas/ Because this July, we’re highlighting our most…
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It seems like every other article that pops up on your feed these days tells you how to “hack” something. Your smoothie. Your sleep routine. Your Bullet Journal. Your fidget spinner. But what about engagement ring hacks? Seeing as that’s our area of expertise, we thought we’d explore the idea. Now, we aren’t talking about…
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Diamonds by Raymond Lee isn’t your parents’ jeweler. We knew, when we built this dream of ours that our sole purpose would be to serve the next generation of jewelry lovers. Because we’re the next generation of jewelers. Diamonds by Raymond Lee is first and foremost about family. From our family, to the beginning of…
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Tacori engagement rings scream summer. They sizzle, they capture all attention, and they shine BRIGHT. We’re obsessed with our Tacori rings, whether we’re admiring them solo (just the engagement ring) or playing dress up and stacking their coordinating diamond wedding rings until we run out of fingers. But what makes Tacori engagement rings so perfect…
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Henri Daussi engagement rings speak to the heart of the modern, glamorous bride. With every ring more unique than the last – and every single setting designed around the perfect center diamond of your choice – it’s no wonder why Henri Daussi engagement rings look custom made. They practically are! Because every Daussi ring is…
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Solitaire engagement rings are a frequent topic of discussion around here. Usually we’re discussing their merits compared to halo engagement rings. See: Solitaire vs. Halo Engagement Rings Halo vs. Solitaire Engagement Rings Halo or No Halo? And yep, we’ve written even more! But today we’re here to talk about solitaires and nothing but solitaires. In…
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Father’s Day is THIS SUNDAY! But don’t stress- that still leaves you plenty of time to take advantage of our awesome Father’s Day sale. We’re offering $500 off any purchase of $1995 or more. That’s a perfectly sweet chunk of change to shave off the ultimate Father’s Day gift: a Rolex. We love to show…
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Tacori rings are stunning, there’s no doubt about that. We can’t get enough of them! They’re designed by artisans in California, and handmade there by skilled jewelers who specialize in every facet – pun intended – of ring design. Every Tacori ring is easily customizable and comes ready to pair with your favorite Tacori wedding…
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Tacori engagement rings all share one thing that makes them stand out: signature Tacori touches! These beautiful rings, every single one of them handcrafted in California, share artisan details, Tacori’s Signature Crescent design, and remarkable diamonds. They’re some of the most stunning rings we have the honor of selling, and we love to show them…
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Conflict Free diamonds. They’re more than a buzzword. They’re more than another label jewelers can slap on a diamond. They give diamond buyers peace of mind that the jewelry they love doesn’t come with a higher price tag than the one they see on their bill. The United Nations defines conflict diamonds as those diamonds…
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The wedding ring stack is already the summer’s biggest hit. Sorry Despacito, but we just want to hit replay on all of our gorgeous wedding bands until we run out of fingers to stack them on. Once you’re engaged, besides the thrills of wedding planning, you’ll start to check out wedding rings. And this is…
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If you’re shopping for engagement rings Boca Raton will salivate over (and really, you only need one) you’ve likely started doing your research. It’s never a bad idea to reacquaint yourself with our guide to the 4 c’s of diamond buying, though be careful not to inundate yourself. We want to avoid engagement ring information overload.…
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Ah, spring! It’s been official – and should remain so until June- but here in gorgeous South Florida, all bets are off by Memorial Day. It’s our own personal start of summer (we have different rules down here; it’s also ok to wear white year round.) But we’re still obsessing over the perfect spring Simon…
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The twisted shank engagement ring is one of our favorite contemporary ring styles – and brides agree! Every one of the fabulous designers that we carry at Diamonds by Raymond Lee makes at least one engagement ring setting with a twisted diamond band. The twisted shank engagement ring (shank = band, by the way!) has…
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May’s birthstone is the lovely, verdant emerald and we’re green with envy for every May baby who gets to rock this beautiful birthstone. Emeralds have been treasured for millennia, dating back to 300 BC when the first emerald were discovered in Egypt. Today, the vast majority of emeralds come from Colombia (we are not aggressive…
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The days of fake watches are behind us – and oh, how we wish that were the end of the sentence. Unfortunately, the new age of knockoffs has ushered in an era of Super Fake watches. Super Fake watches are stronger, better, faster counterfeits, often using parts of real luxury watches all cobbled together. Here’s…
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Mother’s Day is THIS Sunday! That’s right, the clock is counting down for you to find the perfect gift – and nothing fits the bill like jewelry. If you’re shopping at the last minute in a panic, jewelry is a universal pleaser. She’ll be touched that and honored that you chose such a special gift…
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Diamond Patek Philippe watches are the epitome of luxury. We love the elegant, timeless design and the beauty and masterful design of Patek. As “they” say – you don’t actually own a Patek Philippe, you just take care of it for the next generation. These watches are built to last several lifetimes! Patek Philippe the…
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Verragio vs Tacori…how do we compare the two? These lines are two of our premium designers carried at Diamonds by Raymond Lee. They’re also at the top of our lines, with unparalleled detail, glamour, and quality. But, they’re two entirely different designers, two very different aesthetics, and therefore appeal to very different brides. But, because…
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Have you picked out your Mother’s Day gifts yet? Whether you’re shopping for Mom, or making your own wish list, we can’t recommend enough our stunning Mother’s Day gifts from Tacori. That’s right! One of our favorite bridal designers also creates gorgeous, California-style fine jewelry handmade in the Golden State. Each collection – which you…
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What is the most expensive cut for a diamond? Would we surprise you by answering that it’s NOT a rare, antique, or proprietary cut? Instead, it’s actually the most popular diamond cut found around the world: the round brilliant! But why is the round brilliant the most expensive diamond cut? Its popularity certainly has a…
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What exactly are Raymond Lee diamonds? If you’re reading this you already know what Raymond Lee Jewelers is, and likely all about Diamonds by Raymond Lee. If not, that’s our sister store, our exclusive bridal jewelry boutique that caters to the next generation of luxury jewelry lovers. But back to the diamonds. Raymond Lee diamonds…
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Ah, the $ 10000 engagement ring. $10,000 is an investment that will get you a gorgeous ring – trust us. It’s well over the national average spend for first time engagement ring buyers, and we have an enormous selection of engagement rings under $10,000. This budget is one we see time and again – people…
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How much does something like this cost? It’s a question we get often, and it’s a frequent companion to the question we covered last week – how much is a 1 carat diamond? And, much like last week’s question, this week’s has a…flexible answer. It’s hard to answer “how much does something like this cost”…
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Verragio rings are perfect any time of year, but we just love them for spring. We can’t get enough of the delicate touches on our Verragio settings, like tiny buds about to burst into bloom. The lovely splashes of rose gold that peek out from so many Verragio rings’ profiles remind us of pale pink…
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So, about how much is a 1 carat diamond? It’s a question we get all the time. Daily, if we include its cousins “How much is this ring with a diamond instead of a CZ” or just straight up “How much would something like this cost?” Unfortunately, we can’t tell you how much a one carat…
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Rose gold engagement rings are the biggest trend in bridal jewelry since the halo. But what’s behind this “trend?” First, we have to do a little history homework. While the resurgence of rose gold engagement rings really began in earnest two or three years ago, this particular style is nothing new. Rose gold was originally…
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Spring is here, and with it the fabulous blooms of the season. We’re celebrating all April long by covering the tax on your purchase* and hosting a fabulous spring sale. But what should you get to celebrate spring? We’re partial to April’s birthstone: DIAMONDS. But just about any floral design looks beautiful with different gemstones. Don’t…
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When it comes to wedding bands, we love pairing our designer engagement rings with their designer wedding band counterparts. All of our engagement ring lines, from A. Jaffe to Verragio, include both engagement rings and wedding bands (most of them also include coordinating men’s bands!) And whether you want a seamless fit or a layered…
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We love fancy shape diamond engagement rings! What are fancy shape diamonds? Anything that isn’t a round diamond! Everything from emerald cuts to heart shaped diamonds are considered a specialty fancy shape, and each has its own magnificent properties. Today, we want to highlight our favorite fancy shape diamond engagement rings – one from each…
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Rent to own engagement rings are a relatively new phenomenon we see trending. But it’s really just a new name for a pretty customary practice: engagement ring financing. Rent to own is typically associated more with high price electronics and appliances, though it’s popping up as an option for cash-strapped couples that want to get…
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The top 10 things you need to know about Verragio engagement rings are easy – they’re gorgeous x10. But seriously, these amazing rings have so much going for them. Let us tell you more about one of our favorite designer lines at Diamonds by Raymond Lee. 1. Verragio engagement rings are designed with women in…
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Jewelry Repair Services Boca Raton Jewelry repair services aren’t usually the first thing people think of as their idea of a great time. And we get it – your prized jewelry is in need of repair, you have to find someone up to the job, you have to hope they’re trustworthy enough to do good…
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Ah, the eternal comparison: the solitaire vs halo engagement ring. The much contested and hotly debated superior engagement ring style still isn’t clear. Brides seem torn between the two, with passionate feelings about either style. Some of our laid-back brides like both, and can’t decide between the two, leaving it up to their intended to…
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Verragio engagement rings are gorgeous, it’s hard to argue anything else. But we love to give plenty of reasons to support our opinion anyway. They have amazing profiles. Every individual ring is a work of art, and every collection has a style all its own. They’re a perfect fit for rose gold. No one nails…
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Dreaming of custom jewelry design, but unsure where to start? Begin here! At Diamonds by Raymond Lee, we love partnering with clients to make their dream piece of jewelry. You wish is our command – literally. It’s our job to make your custom jewelry design the most beautiful thing you’ve ever seen, but it’s also…
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Pre-owned Cartier? More like pre-loved Carti-YAY. Sorry, we had to. It’s just that our gorgeous Cartier estate jewelry gets us really, really excited. And why shouldn’t it? We have a ridiculous selection of the most jaw-dropping Cartier pieces ranging from rare, diamonds studded panthers to our most popular best seller of all time: pre-owned Cartier…
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What makes Verragio engagement rings so special? The details. Every ring is crafted to represent the beauty of the woman who will wear it. Verragio rings are ultra-romantic, ornate, curvy, soft, and sparkly. With a woman’s beauty serving as the inspiration for the entire brand (Mrs. Verragio herself inspired the very first ring), each collection…
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In need of jewelry repair Boca Raton? We’ve got you covered! Raymond Lee Jewelers has been serving Boca & our neighbors for the last three decades, and we’ve done it excellently – but you don’t have to take our word for it. Ask our second generation clients! Those are the same clients whose parents said…
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14k White Gold 1.51ctw Diamond Inside Out Hoop Earrings Diamond hoop earrings work well for any occasion. This lovely pair of diamond hoop earrings has approximately 1.51ctw of round brilliant diamonds along the inside as well as the outside. Material 14k white gold Diamond Details Approximately 1.51ctw of round brilliant diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in…
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Let’s talk Breitling! Specifically, pre-owned Breitling watches. At Raymond Lee Jewelers, we love Breitling. Admittedly, we’re pretty crazy about all of our gorgeous, pre-owned luxury watches. Otherwise we wouldn’t have dedicated the past three decades to building the most impressive collection of estate watches in the country, right? Right! When we buy or sell used…
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Verragio engagement rings provide so much to the next generation of couples. First, they provide beauty. Every Verragio ring is designed to pay homage to feminine beauty. Romantic lace, intricate scrolls, delicate tiaras, and impeccable setting work define these stunning rings. And every collection of Verragio engagement rings appeals to a style all its own.…
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Looking for the best watch repair Boca Raton has to offer? Have a seat, let us pour you a beer. Welcome to Diamonds by Raymond Lee. When we opened our beautiful jewelry showroom last year, our focus was on diamonds – hence the name. We’re proud to offer the finest selection of high quality loose…
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