If you’re looking to sell watches Boca Raton gives you major advantages unique to this sunny corner of South Florida. Here, you’ll find a thriving community of luxury watch lovers, collectors and owners. And where there are watch enthusiasts, you’ll find us eagerly buying, selling and trading those timepieces. South Florida locals have easy access…
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What’s the difference between our two locations? Well, it’s hard to describe. Both locations buy and sell luxury jewelry. Both carry the best engagement rings Boca Raton has to offer. Both showcase our luxury pre-owned watches. And both have expert staff, state of the art technology, and the most insane selection of diamonds in South…
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Trade in and trade up, and cash out – it’s that time of year! The best jewelry buyers Boca Raton has ever known are hosting one of our most popular promotions at both of our gorgeous locations. Beginning Thursday, August 10th, and running through Saturday, August 12th, we’re bringing out our freshest inventory for our…
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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 They’re stereotyped as outdated, or maybe more difficult to shop for (we’ll explain that later.)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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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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Halo or not engagement ring? Clearly, the answer depends on your personal preference, and that’s why we’ll never really have an answer to this raging debate. BUT! There are some practical considerations to make while you ponder the halo or no question. Halo Engagement Rings… There’s no way around it, a halo makes your center…
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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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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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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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When it comes to watch repair Boca Raton has discerning taste. After all, in this gorgeous, sunny slice of South Florida, we like nice things. And our watches? They’re extra nice. So when a treasured timepiece is due for a repair – or when one unexpectedly becomes necessary – the watch repair Boca Raton wants…
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It’s officially the final countdown. In the last month, we’ve been busy walking down memory lane with our favorite… Tacori engagement rings Verragio engagement rings Henri Daussi engagement rings Cushion cut engagement rings Gabriel & Co. engagement rings A . Jaffe Engagement Rings Round Engagement Rings And halo engagement rings. Today, we send off 2016…
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Henri Daussi Rings helped us make 2016 the year of the cushion cut. These fabulous engagement rings are famous for the way they use cushion cuts. Henri Daussi began his career as a diamond cutter, most famous for – you guessed it – his trademark cushion cuts. Eventually an entire engagement ring empire was built…
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We’re continuing to roll out the hits today with more of our top engagement rings from 2016. Did you check out all the gorgeous Tacori engagement rings from Monday? OMG you need to go right now if you haven’t yet – don’t worry we’ll wait. Back? Ok, mentally prepare yourself for even more gorgeous engagement…
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Verragio engagement rings are some of our favorite designs – obviously. Not a day goes by that we don’t admire them. And not a week goes by that we don’t show off at least one of these gorgeous engagement ring settings. Today is no exception, and we’ll be sharing with you our top 10 most…
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It’s the brand that started it all for Diamonds by Raymond Lee. What began as RLJ offering the best Verragio engagement rings Boca Raton could ask for quickly grew. First one showcase, then two, and now…well there’s a state of the art showroom in East Boca with every other major bridal brand. What can we…
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It’s not quite officially fall,but it is officially time for fall’s favorite beverage/scent/food/color: pumpkin spice. And you don’t need to tolerate Uggs, leggings or hot coffee in South Florida’s temps of 90 and up to indulge. Nor do you need to slice and dice any gourds. Nope, you can simply light your favorite Pumpkin Spiced…
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If you follow us on social media, you know that we’ve been gearing up for the opening of our brand new store, Diamonds by Raymond Lee. On Friday, August 7th 2015, the Josephson family welcomed Boca Raton Mayor Susan Haynie, along with City Council VIP’s and Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce executives to the groundbreaking…
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Sometimes, when you see a ring, the only logical thing you can do is screenshot it, send it to your best friend, and caption it “Dead.” While our rocks have been known to cause heart palpitations, we’re hoping to avoid any literal death-by-diamond incidents. And we don’t mean that in the Instagram sense of literal.…
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England’s newest royal, the much-anticipated Princess Charlotte, may not be making public appearances just yet but she’s certainly resting up before a lifetime of fabulousness. Though she isn’t scheduled to sit on the throne, the wee princess is destined to be one of the most-watched style stars of her generation. In fact, when the great…
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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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Fellow Boca Raton jeweler ECJ Luxe Collection, a division of East Coast Jewelers Boca Raton are opening their newest boutique this evening in no other than the fabulous shops at Mizner Park. The new boutique will feature everything from rare fine timepieces & luxury watches, fine diamonds & important diamonds, private aviation, rare super automobiles, collectibles and…
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Psst – Our VP Lee Josephson is dropping in today on the blog! Lee’s got a lot to say, so we figured his voice would be a welcome addition to our blog. You’ll see him from time to time joining in with commentary on the blog. First up, the newest, hottest name in basketball, and a…
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In the United States, we tend to think that we have the biggest and best of everything. When it comes to the world’s largest jewelry retailer however, there is no American company that can touch Chow Tai Fook. Chow Tai Fook is no latecomer to the jewelry business. They’ve been around for over 85 years.…
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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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We love Canada and Canadians. Canadian inventors have given us IMAX Theatres, Trivial Pursuit and The Wonderbra. They’ve keep us smiling with people like Michael J. Fox and Jim Carrey. They kept us informed with people like Peter Jennings. They have given us hockey and their own special kind of bacon. Other than Justin Bieber,…
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The twists and turns of the story are something right out of a movie. In fact, the hotel where it occurred was the setting for the classic Alfred Hitchcock movie “To Catch a Thief”. Only this time, at least so far, they haven’t caught the thief. As top high end jewelry buyers in Boca Raton,…
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From the earliest times of recorded history gold has exerted an almost mystical influence over men. The effects of gold fever have built empires and destroyed lives. It has long been a substance that men and women crave and value as something different from all other natural materials. As a result of this attraction, the…
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If you are looking to sell a wedding ring in Boca Raton or sell any kind of inherited diamond for that matter in Boca Raton and the surrounding area, one of the most important things you can do even before you find a buyer is to find a good diamond appraiser. Finding the right one…
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Lots of people want to sell their gold jewelry for the extra cash. Economic times are tough, and it’s better for most people to have money than things. Gold is something that always has value, even in hard economic times, and has been used as money since the beginning of human society. People have always…
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You never know what will turn up at a flea market. A Midwest metal dealer paid a paltry $14,000 for a gold antique with the hopes of melting it down and getting money for the gold. He figured he’d make a quick $500 to $1000 from it. He was wrong. Flea Market Treasure The man,…
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Prepare yourself – jewelry is coming. HBO with Phyrrha are releasing their Game of Thrones line of jewelry on April 4 just two days before the highly anticipated premier of the 4th season. Now fans can represent their allegiance while enjoying the ups and down of their favorite show. Each talisman and ring looks like…
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Every year, fascinating people in the world win Nobel Prizes in one of several categories (economic sciences, chemistry, literature, physics, physiology or medicine, and last but certainly not least, peace). Now a piece of peace history is going up for auction in Baltimore, Maryland on March 27, 2014. An unnamed someone recently discovered the 1936…
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Last November, the jewelry industry was abuzz with news of a broken record: the purchase of the world’s priciest gemstone. The Sotheby’s auction house listed the Pink Star, a flawless 59.6-carat pink diamond, among their offerings in a Geneva auction on November 13, 2013. Isaac Lot’s winning bid — $83.2 million — made headlines, but…
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Well, that was a let down. On a red carpet famed for ensembles like J. Lo’s green dress, Beyonce’s green Lorraine Schwartz emeralds, and Macklemore in general, such sparse outrageousness left the Jewelerati wanting. The grills were few and far between (and on Madonna, to add insult to injury). The abundant studs and bare necks…
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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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For the last 30 years, Raymond Lee Jewelers has had the privilege of being South Florida’s largest and most trusted estate jeweler. We are honored that our customers choose Raymond Lee as their jeweler when celebrating life’s biggest milestones. And to celebrate our biggest milestone, we thought we’d give back to the communities that grew…
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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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“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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Istanbul is the place where the West meets the East. Traders left Europe in search of the mysterious treasures of India and Asia, including fine spices, fine fabrics and other exotic treats. Over the centuries, the influences of all these cultures contributed to the opulence and grandeur of the Ottoman Empire and what is present-day…
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Diamond eternity bands are one of the most popular choices for brides choosing their perfect wedding band. Not only do they offer the perfect way to add more sparkle to your ring finger, an eternity band can compliment your engagement ring like no other piece of jewelry. In fact, it’s imperative that they look fantastic…
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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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Considering that our discerning estate jewelry customers love a good auction, we decided to keep everyone abreast of the best luxury auctions happening at the major auction houses each week. While scouring eBay and 1st Dibs for the next great find is always a fun pastime, nothing beats the thrill of the fine auction (nor…
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Paul Flato’s success and designation as the “First Jeweler to the Celebrities” is most likely due to two factors; his talent for creating beautiful, whimsical pieces and his first store was at the corner of 57th and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. It was the location where Tiffany & Co. would later open their flagship store…
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Today we’re showing off one of the IWC watches Boca Raton can’t get enough of – the Big Pilot IW5004-01 in stainless steel and black. The International Watch Company traces its roots back to the late 19th century, giving it all the prestige of a long-storied luxury watch manufacture. however, IWC has the distinction of…
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This month we saw an outpouring of love usually reserved for the hours we spend swooning over our colored jewels case. But the love our Facebook fans share for each other surpassed even our love for our fabulous estate jewelry in our Boca Raton jewelry store. We saw over 54 couples declare their love for…
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Whether it comes to polo shirts, swimwear or classic cars, Ralph Lauren knows about style and quality. In his professional career, Lauren has made billions of dollars, won numerous awards and set the bar for fashionable clothing. His line of polo shirts are now distinctive across the world, and he has conquered suits, fragrances, footwear…
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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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