Heading Find this * at Raymond Lee Jewelers in Boca Raton — Palm Beach County’s destination for engagement rings, men’s wedding bands, wedding bands for women and diamond rings. Brand A. Jaffe Vendor Model Material Available in 14k white or yellow gold and Platinum Carat Weight of accent diamonds. Complimentary center stone CZ is included.…
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Heading Find this * at Raymond Lee Jewelers in Boca Raton — Palm Beach County’s destination for engagement rings, men’s wedding bands, wedding bands for women and diamond rings. Brand A. Jaffe Vendor Model Material Available in 14k white or yellow gold and Platinum Carat Weight of accent diamonds. Complimentary center stone CZ is included.…
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Heading Find this * at Raymond Lee Jewelers in Boca Raton — Palm Beach County’s destination for engagement rings, men’s wedding bands, wedding bands for women and diamond rings. Brand A. Jaffe Vendor Model Material Available in 14k white or yellow gold and Platinum Carat Weight of accent diamonds. Complimentary center stone CZ is included.…
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Before we head out for a weekend of celebration, we’re wrapping up the week at our showroom, playing dress up with our many customers who don’t have work today. And the name of the game is patriotic bling today! So while we will be closed tomorrow to observe Independence Day, we are open today until…
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Couples spend hours (and plenty of money) finding the perfect diamond, designing custom settings and even reworking heirloom pieces into new creations, all in the quest for a personalized symbol of their love. Your wedding and engagement rings are a very public statement, and you will probably talk about them and show them off again…
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At least once a week (and usually more often) we get requests for more information on this beautiful custom engagement ring we created for one one of our customers. It’s stunning and unique, and was a re-mount of a customer’s diamond. She knew she wanted a halo for her 5 carat radiant cut, and she…
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When it comes to wedding planning, it’s widely respected that the groom has very little to do. His big moment to shine is the proposal. Much like the wedding, this takes advanced planning, a significant investment, the proper research for trusted vendors (well, just the one), and more attention to detail than the average person…
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No other gem captures the freshness of spring quite like the rich green emerald and May babies are lucky to claim it as their birthstone. The first emeralds were discovered in Egypt around 330 BC. The powerful, and remarkably beautiful, Cleopatra was fascinated with the green stones. Emeralds, which symbolized fertility and prosperity, represented exactly…
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The purchase of diamond jewelry often not only marks a great milestone in life, but also represents one of the larger financial outlays most people will make for a single item. It makes sense that most purchasers of diamonds would like to know exactly what they are getting. While a diamond may appear beautiful enough…
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Love is in the air! We have SO many new #RLJBrides popping up left and right, all with stunning new engagement rings to show off, courtesy of yours truly. We also have quite an impressive number of unsuspecting soon-to-be RLJ brides, just going about their business while their rings burn holes in their loved ones’…
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When it comes to wedding and engagement ring shopping, every engaged couple preforms a careful tightrope act, teetering between getting maximum dazzle and staying within the budget. These rings will be worn for a lifetime, flashed in hundreds of photos and shown off to dozens of jealous friends, so it’s no time to skimp on…
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From beautiful rings, to expensive time pieces, a great piece of jewelry is worth owning. Not only will you feel great when you are wearing your special, it is an investment at the same time. With gold prices continually climbing and gems becoming more valuable, a good piece of jewelry is worth the money because…
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What wedding band matches your engagement ring? Wedding band matching is one of the most common issues among our RLJ brides. Many women contemplate the style, setting and shape of their engagement ring, some with very specific designs in mind. But it’s not until they start shopping for a wedding band that they realize they haven’t given it…
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Your bridesmaids have made it through multiple bridal showers, tying tiny bows on hundreds and favors, six wedding dress shopping sessions and the worst of your bridezilla moments, all with a smile on their face. With your big day approaching, it’s time a find the perfect gifts that thanks these special ladies for their friendship…
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Brides can’t have all the fun when it comes to wedding rings. For too long, grooms have been left with plain metal bands while the ladies donned big bling. No more. Now that the bride’s finger is decorated, it’s time to turn the attention to his band. Today’s grooms are embracing gorgeous rings of all…
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Cartier, kind of jewelers and jeweler of kings, as the moniker goes, is always one of our favorite jewelry brands. With its bold, unapologetically luxurious style, Cartier channels its trademark panthêre with every piece. We keep a healthy stash of Cartier pieces on hand at all times. From Cartier Love bracelets that we can’t even…
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According to Lord Tennyson, “In the Spring a young man’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love.” For many, the next step in this sequence of romance is learning about the facts of life – or at least the 4Cs of diamonds. When an individual inexperienced in this modern expression of love walks into a…
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When it comes to wedding rings, men’s choices used to be fairly limited. A yellow gold band, in varying widths was the most widespread option, and didn’t leave much room for personalization and customization. Today, the choices for mens wedding bands have greatly expanded to include a multitude of options that appeal to today’s groom. Whether…
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We’re closing in on the sweetest holiday of the year: St. Valentine’s Day! This Saturday you can impress your Valentine with sweet treats, beautiful trinkets, and promising not to take them to see 50 Shades (Have you seen the press tour? Save yourself the ticket/popcorn fare.) Instead, treat your lady to some fun gifts courtesy of…
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Each wedding season sees its own unique set of trends and fun stylish details that you can add to make your wedding memorable. 2015 promises to be filled with a lot of non-traditional wedding ideas which brides will spend hours scouring through popular sites like Pintrest. These wedding trends catch on in large part due…
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We talked last week about how each of the 4 C’s: Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat Weight affect the price of a diamond. All of the characteristics of a diamond also work together towards creating a beautiful diamond. There’s no point to a huge diamond that weighs 10 carats but has a poor cut, ridiculously included…
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On your wedding day, the ring is sure to be the center of attention. With a magnificent sparkler on your hand, what other accents could you possibly need on the big day? Though the wedding and engagement rings are the stars of the show, your wedding ensemble probably calls for a few other accessories. Here’s…
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Grooms, and often brides, will go to unusual lengths, to find unique settings to plan a romantic marriage proposal. Many times the first question after viewing the engagement ring is, “So, tell us how it happened? Where were you? Was it Romantic?” You’ve noticed that in romantic movie scenes, the proposal often seems spontaneous…
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You guys! We are famous. Elite Daily featured one of our favorite Verragio rings in their hilarious article “4 Ways We All Secretly Judge Everyone Getting Engaged On Facebook.” It’s on point, especially now during the height of engagement season. You thought your newsfeed was flooded post-Christmas? Brace yourselves. Valentine’s Day proposals are coming. A little…
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Think of the color of deep red wines, the exciting sparkling visual satisfaction of their pomagranate red/brown tones, the perfect color, marsala, to develop the foundation of our spring 2015 fashion color palette. This is the time of year when jewelers and vendors for high-end luxury jewelry, leather bags, and shoes are busily coordinating their…
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Are you preparing to propose this holiday season? You’re not alone! In a phenomenon your girlfriend has already noticed on Facebook, literally every single person you know is getting engaged right now.* And if you’re sweatily crossing off days on your Advent calendar until the 25th (or casually keeping an eye on the calendar until…
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The holidays are just around the corner, and if you have not already starting planning the perfect gift for the important women in your life, then you better hustle. The best deals can usually be found early, and early is usually before Thanksgiving. One of the easiest ways to make your holiday shopping easier, is…
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Do you have your heart set on an antique engagement ring, but there isn’t a family heirloom that will be passed down to you? Fortunately, you can find a selection of antique engagement rings to choose from at a local jewelry shop, such as Raymond Lee Jewelers. Before you set out to buy an antique…
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We hope your night is full of fright (or chocolate) and mischief. While trick or treating be sure you remain glamorous at all times, and keep an eye on your valuables – you know, like your full sized candy bars. We also hope that once you’re done reveling for All Hallow’s Eve you sleep off…
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Thanksgiving is the major start of the fall and winter holiday season, and it’s a time when everyone gets back together to trade stories, meet new family members, and enjoy lots of good food over a big dinner. What better time to provide a wonderful holiday gift or wear a new set of earrings or…
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Verragio has been making a strong name for itself in the world of luxury bridal jewelry, creating some notable masterpieces with its engagement and wedding rings. The products offer both unique craftsmanship as well as quality make and materials, quickly putting the ringmaker well into the higher echelon of desired jewelrymakers. Yet the focus of…
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Pantone’s biannual declaration of colors always forecasts the fashion – and therefore jewelry – trends we can expect for the next season. And as Fashion Month winds down, many of the Pantone Spring 2015 colors from the “En Plein Air” palette popped up on the runways in New York and Paris. Next spring promises a relatively subdued…
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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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It’s September! Which means it’s time to celebrate a birthstone that many people – not just Virgos – adore: the sapphire. The beautiful sapphire, most commonly revered in its deep blue hue, is a perennial jewelry favorite. It’s a precious gemstone, right up there with diamonds, rubies and emeralds. It’s an impressive 9 on the…
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Boodles, the British jeweler with our favorite name, is currently celebrating friend-of-the-brand, London’s The Savoy Hotel. The posh London hotel is celebrating its 125th anniversary, and Boodles isn’t the type to let such a big birthday pass without a gift – to jewelry admirers, that is. The Savoy & Boodles have a partnership, with one…
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Rose gold wedding jewelry is taking the bridal world by storm! Brides from coast to coast are choosing the romantic pink-hued metal over the more traditional metals of yellow gold, white gold, sterling silver, and platinum. The metal, which is actually an alloy of gold and copper, begain appearing on the must-have list of brides in 2013 and the…
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The light green of the peridot gemstone usually has a cast of gold within the green. It brings to mind the effusive folliage and heat of the summer months, so it is quite appropriate to be declared the birth stone of August. Its lightness of color has the spectacular effect of always sparkling in the…
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If you have to be the first to have the new blinged-out version of everything, then get your reservation for the iPhone 6 from luxury accessory maker, Brikk. The iPhone 6 Gold versions will be available in options that are sure to please, and sure to make a bold statement. The Brikk Gold iPhone 6…
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Glamour and glitz have always been a part of the Hollywood lifestyle, but some women have embraced it more than others. It got us to wondering about who are the female celebrities most closely associated with diamonds and jewelry. What follows is our list of famous celebrity jewelry lovers. 10. Nicole Kidman – Nicole loves…
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Rubies have long been a sign of power, passion, lust, and romance. These blood red stones have been used to signify blood in significant art pieces, have been used as a symbol of intense love and devotion, and have even been the cause of wars. These stones signify a lot, but they are also the…
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Yes, we can guarantee that all of the baguettes below are 100% gluten free. In fact, they’re sugar free, fat free, dairy free, soy free, and a whole slew of other things because they’re diamonds. Mostly. Baguettes are making a comeback in the bridal world, adding their sleek facets to many a center stone in…
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People love their jewelry. Men and women alike often take pride in the collection of rings, necklaces and watches they accumulate over the years. Some pieces may be passed down from family members, while others are bought from stores or at auctions. Many pieces are only worth sentimental value, but others can be extremely valuable…
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Welcome back, readers! Today, our GIA Graduate Gemologist, Richard Resnik, is sharing his thoughts on the misinformation game some jewelry retailers play. Because we’re both a brick & mortar jewelry store and one of the nation’s largest online jewelry retailers, we’re in a unique position of seeing the pro’s and con’s of each side of…
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Who’s ready to go glamping? We are! Once a bride to be has slipped that sparkly, shiny new engagement ring on her finger, all thoughts quickly turn to celebrating this happy time in her life. And the engagement party is just the beginning – whenever we add a new RLJ bride to the family, visions…
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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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Here at the RLJ blog, we throw around all kinds of jewelry labels. We don’t do it arbitrarily, and while it might seem like a lot to keep up with, each jewelry label means something distinct. So, today let’s do a quick intro – or refresher – of the different types of jewelry. Estate Jewelry…
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We are familiar with gold and silver as valuable commodities, but what other metals would go into a list of top ten valuable metals today? The list may surprise you. Prices are per troy ounce and are based on Mid-May 2014 prices. 10. Indium: This metal is used in everything from aircraft engines to flat…
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