Swarovski traces its history back to 1892 when Daniel Swartz (later Daniel Swarovski) patented a specific way to cut glass. This allowed him to produce crystal glass, and the rest as they say is history. Today, Swarovski is known world-wide for their quality crystal products. Most will know them for their beautiful crystal figurines, but…
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If you want to sell jewelry in Boca Raton, it pays to get creative. Florida is considered by many to be a tropical paradise, which means that tourists especially are attracted to tropically inspired jewelry. That, however, does not mean that you cannot sell other fantastic jewelry items, such as birthstones. The key is to…
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It’s time to call attention to the March birthstone, aquamarine! Aquamarine stones have whimsy and elegance. Although this gem is found commonly in traditional pieces of jewelry like necklaces, watches and rings, aquamarine is a special gem stone that can come in large pieces and may be sculpted into unique shapes. Aquamarine looks a great…
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The year 2013 was a great one for new and interesting jewelry. There were a number of beautiful but expensive pieces that made headlines, as well as some interesting and unique pieces. While not all of these pieces of jewelry are affordable for all of us, there are some that might surprise you with how…
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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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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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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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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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Ah, if only the falcon headdress worn by Elizabeth Taylor in the 1963 for the movie, Cleopatra could talk. What tales it would tell about how she fell madly in love with her co-star and soon to be two-time husband Richard Burton (Notice we said two-time, not two-timing. That would be a whole different story.)…
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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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Happy Earth Day 2013 everyone! Each year, we take a day to appreciate the beautiful planet we’re blessed with (and seriously, it doesn’t get much more idyllic than the little slice of paradise our Boca Raton jewelry store sits upon!) We’d like to take today to remind our clients, fans, friends and fellow jewel-lovers that…
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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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Ah, January! Not only is January the beginning of the year, but also it’s the month that signifies a new beginning for everyone. Garnet, the January birthstone signifies eternal friendship and trust. Garnet is derived from the Latin word granatum which directly translates as seed—perfect term for the Garnet that resembles a Pomegranate seed. Garnet…
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Mixing various tones of precious metals is a trend that’s been in the works for some time now. Mixing colored gemstones, while not as popular, is a great way to let your creativity shine through your wardrobe. Mixing gemstones creates a fun, fashionable, and eye-catching accessory! To dress up bland outfits or accentuate a color…
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This week’s happy hour is merry & bright, and we’re spreading the holiday cheer(s!) with these festive holiday cocktails. Martha Stewart’s has us covered for imbibing and our cocktail contribution makes for fabulous sleigh riding. Four stunning red topaz in round & pear shaped are accented by pink sapphires and diamonds, all set in an…
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Founded by it’s namesake in 1975, John Hardy Jewelry is an incredibly sustainable luxury jewelry brand. Known primarily for the company’s Asian-inspired designs, John Hardy’s initial inspiration came from a 1970s trip to Bali where he was amazed and interested in ‘the island’s jewelry making traditions.’ “John Hardy is known for its designs in sterling…
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This week, we’d like to propose a toast to two mesmerizing blue cocktails: this David Yurman topaz Wheaton ring and the fathoms of this delicious looking “Q” martini. This blue martini is an easy twist on blue lemonade that looks as pretty in a glass as the David Yurman ring looks on your hand. And…
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It’s November, fall is in full swing, and it’s time for a new birthstone and plenty of autumn spice! Luckily, today’s cocktail fulfill all fall requisites, and they’re good looking to boot. Courtesy of The Slow Roasted Italian, we have the Cinnamon Toast Cocktail. We can’t resist a good pun, and certainly not one that…
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Today’s Thirsty Thursday happy hour is brought to you by the number 4: the number of different gemstone types found on this stunning, colorful ring! Citrine, topaz, amethysts and diamonds combine in this great abstract 18kt yellow gold ring. Bars of faceted color splay in every direction while a banner of diamonds weaves through the…
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While we’re still enthralled with September’s sapphires, it’s no secret that we’re equal opportunity gemstone lovers. With an entire calendar full of gorgeous birthstone jewelry, it’s hard to focus on one at a time! Especially when you consider that some month’s pull double duty: June offers Alexandrite as an alternative to the classic pearl. October…
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As most of the US prepares for fall’s cooling temperatures, we see nothing but pleasant beach days in our future. And that calls for a Tuesday Shoesday celebration of year-round sandal season. So while Labor Day has signaled the unofficial end of summer, our seaside season is just kicking off, and we certainly wouldn’t mind…
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Don’t let the name fool you, we haven’t started celebrating next month’s birthstone quite yet (although we are very excited to!) Rather, this sapphire martini refers to its punch-packing main ingredient: Bombay Sapphire. Likewise, our other beautiful blue cocktail isn’t a sapphire either! This gorgeous blue topaz is the most thrilling shade of cerulean, and…
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Today kicks off eBay’s Fashion Vault Sale featuring a designer jewelry sale on estate jewelry steals from exclusive eBay sellers. Raymond Lee Jewelers was selected as one of eBay’s premiere sellers of estate, antique and vintage fine jewelry and watches to participate in this exciting sale. For the entire week, customers will be able to…
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It’s one of our favorite times of the year – time for the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale! It’s when Nordstrom rolls out plenty of fall fashion goodness at ridiculous prices. We stock up online and in store while we can, and one of the very first places we go (at the Boca Town Center or online)…
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The summer is almost over, but the jewelry trends of the summer seem like they are here to stay! Summer evokes bright, bold colors and jewelry that are sure to catch your eye. The color blocking trend was big in fashion this spring and the trend dripped over into summer jewelry. Colors are a fun…
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Welcome back to Travel Tuesday! We’re thoroughly infected with the Travel Bug at Raymond Lee Jewelers, and our globe trotting adventures don’t end with all of the jewelry shows we attend. When wanderlust kicks in, and our minds start to drift, here’s a sampling of Where we’ve gone/what we’ll Wear. Today we’re escaping our unusually…
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The heat has us stripping down to our bare essentials, but these are a few Summer essentials you’ll want to keep on no matter what. Sexy Shades They shield the sun, protect your eyes and not to mention they’re pretty darn cute. No matter where you go this Summer, make sure to step out in…
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Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations The Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art’s exhibition, Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations, explores the striking affinities between Elsa Schiaparelli and Miuccia Prada, two Italian designers from different eras and highlights a head-turning spring trend: Statement Necklaces. According to the MET, the exhibition showcases approximately one hundred designs and forty accessories by Schiaparelli (1890–1973)…
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Porto Moniz Madeira Lava Pools Welcome back to Travel Tuesday! We’re thoroughly infected with the Travel Bug at Raymond Lee Jewelers, and our globe trotting adventures don’t end with all of the jewelry shows we attend. When wanderlust kicks in, and our minds start to drift, here’s a sampling of Where we’ve gone/what we’ll Wear.…
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Gold Multistone Necklace Feature Friday is Fashion Friday; we’re featuring one of our favorite pieces from the showroom fashioned two ways for whatever your weekend holds. This week’s featured item is this gold and multi-stone station chain necklace. This long necklace features citrine, blue topaz and amethyst set in glowing yellow gold. It’s the perfect…
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