How does someone find the most exquisite jewelry collection of one of the richest women in the world, valued at over 20 million dollars, locked away in a bank vault for 70 years? There are many deep questions surrounding the half-billion dollar estate, including three incredible mansions and some of the most brilliant diamond jewelry…
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Many people don’t know much about Chinese zodiac, but January 31, 2014 will usher in a new Chinese year just thirty days after the Western calendar turns a page. 2014 is year of the horse, and some companies are already set to capitalize on that fact. Horse merchandise will be more prominent in retailers and…
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What do Heidi Klum, Claudia Schiffer and now Candice Swanepoel have in common? Well, apart from being tall, blonde and beautiful models, of course. Anyone can do that. Well, provided you’re tall, blonde, and beautiful. But what unites this trio and 15 other models is that they’ve all wore one very, very exclusive item on the runway…
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Have you ever been stumped over selecting a special gift for a special man? Did you ever consider springing for a $5Million dollar diamond and emerald studded watch? Beyonce, celebrity singer, did just that for her husband’s birthday this month, setting all the tongues wagging, some in envy, some in admiration, and some in dismay…
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On September 30, 2013, a rare 12.47 ct blue diamond was discovered in a mine in Lesotho, Africa. Blue diamonds are one of the rarest diamonds in the world. It was found in Gem Diamonds’ Letseng mine. The quality of the stone is not known at this point. At the same time, an 83.9 carat…
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How much do you know about the sapphire? Let’s test your knowledge. Which of the following statements are true and which are false? 1. Most people think of sapphires as blue but there are also other color varieties 2. The sapphire is the birthstone of those born in July. 3 The word Sapphire comes from…
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This week shows us jewelry and watch auctions at both Christie’s and Bonham’s. At Christie’s we spotted a Chopard Happy Fish watch (plus plenty more familiar looking pre owned watches) along with a gorgeous gold Tank Americaine, which is somewhat hard to come by pre owned (of all the clients who want to sell watches,…
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Last night we tuned in to the longest red carpet/Oscars in history! At least that’s how it felt. While we had our fellow jewelry lovers to Twitter commiserate with, we were left wondering, constantly, where the star power was. Where were the era-defining gowns? Where was the spark? Where were Angelina and Brad? And once…
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The awards show we’ve all been waiting for will finally arrive on Sunday! We’re ready to live tweet the red carpet, along with our fellow eagle-eyed celebrity jewelry spotters. A few predictions are practically a given: Ryan won’t ask who the jewelry designers are, there will be plenty of nude gowns, lots of mermaid silhouettes,…
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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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While the most common shape of a watch’s dial is round, the unconventional personality calls for a watch of a different shape. Luxury timepiece designers have accommodated the unconventional with uniquely shaped watch dials. These watches of different shapes may be worn every day or just occasionally for a change of pace.Keep up with the…
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November marks a number of things in American Society: the much-anticipated Thanksgiving dinner, the long-awaited end of hurricane season and this year brings us a cut-throat election. November also brings new birthstones to the table: topaz and citrine. While the most traditional form of Topaz is the Imperial Topaz, adopted by the Russian Czars in…
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If this morning’s post about jaw dropping diamonds didn’t satisfy your craving for bling, perhaps this might be more your speed. Victoria’s Secret announced today that the chosen angle to wear this year’s Fantasy Bra is the one and only Alessandra Ambrosio. Ambrosio continues the tradition of new mom’s returning to the runway in awesome…
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Diamonds have been the inspiration of quotes, songs, movies and stories for centuries. They have been declared a girl’s best friend and deemed to last forever. Famous diamonds have been bought and sold globally by world renowned jewelers for centuries. Some are priceless and on display at the major museums of the world. These famous…
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There are certain wardrobe staples that every stylish man needs to own: a classic blue blazer, the perfect dress shoe, a well-tailored suit – these are all givens. But as we’ve stated many a time before, no ensemble is truly complete without the finishing touches that elevate an outfit to refinement. More often than not,…
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Nail art is one of the biggest trends sweeping the beauty world. On Pinterest & Tumblr, there are entire accounts dedicated to nail art inspiration and decorated digits. We think nail art is a fun way to express your creativity – especially when paired with any of our gorgeous vintage rings, estate rings or antique…
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Which color goes best with the crown jewels: gold or silver? With a Datejust 6917 Two-Tone Ladies Rolex from Raymond Lee Jewelers, Queen Elizabeth would never worry whether her watch clashed with her jewelry. The James Bond Fashion Statement And, as the latest Bond girl, Her Majesty would elegantly complement her dashing companion. Agent 007…
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Nothing compares to the extravagance of the Elvis Presley era, when the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll and his showy style conquered the stage and ushered in a period of gratification. Elvis’ fashion sensibilities enticed fans and had them dying to know what he’d wear next. Though his legacy lives on forever in his music,…
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Yesterday, Yahoo Shopping featured this article by GQ’s Jon Wilde. We love this frank & honest take on engagement ring shopping, by a guy, for guys. However, you know how we like to put in our two cents on all things engagement rings, and since it’s Wedding Wednesday, please indulge us. We’ve gone point-by-point with…
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Gemstone Engagement Rings Gemstone engagement rings have been picking up momentum, and have become popular for all people, including celebrities. In fact, there has been a huge increase in the number of engagement rings with colored stones in them. Everybody from Duchess Kate Middleton to Halle Berry has been spotted with colored bling. For some, it…
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To a fashion/jewelry blog or those who are familiar with who’s who in the diamond industry, Christie’s is a very familiar name known for their stunning diamond jewelry finds. One might say, that they are a staple to the diamond industry blog-o-sphere. Well, they have done it again, and it is truly a treasure find…
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Ah… Diamond Jewelry. It seems as though Sotheby’s has been quite popular of late with their auctions and sales. As most who follow the diamond industry already know, the Beau Sancy is going to auction on May 15, 2012 in Geneva at Sotheby’s. While this particular event is getting quite a bit of attention, there…
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