30 Years in the Jewelry Business No business can be in business for over 30 years if the business did not operate with trust and integrity. Raymond Lee Jewelers, established in 1983, and known as South Florida’s most trusted name in jewelry sales and service. Consumers know who to trust their jewelry and sell diamonds…
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Modern medicine has coupled with modern dentitstry to grant aid and healing to individuals with osteonecrosis, a disease in which bone deteriorates. This is caused by interrupted or reduced blood flow. Certain medications also promote the bone deterioration which in extreme cases can erode the jaw bone entirely. In a new study, researchers from the…
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There is a reason why the phrase ‘diamonds are a girl’s best friend’ has stuck in American popular culture for decades now. It is commonly seen in many advertisements and most people seem to instantly understand the meaning behind the phrase. But some researchers are starting to suggest that it may have some deeper meanings…
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They say that diamonds are forever, but what is more important is that diamonds cost a lot. When you sell diamonds Boca Raton that you no longer need or use, you can get enough money to help you with your financial situation. With this kind of transaction, those who are in the following circumstances may…
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As blue as the deepest sea, or has blue as the sky, this could be the way you may describe the Premier Blue Diamond. It weighs 7.59 carats and it is sold exclusively in Kung Kong. This diamond by far is the rarest in size and in color. It is expected to make the world’s…
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For years people have been obsessed with the idea of expensive diamonds. We’re captivated by giant expensive diamonds like the famous Hope diamond. The Hope rings up at a staggering $350 million, far out of most people’s price range for jewelry. But if you are in the market for some flashy diamonds closer to $1…
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Colored diamonds are a promising – not to mention fun – alternative form of investment. If you are uncomfortable with the risks that the stock market poses or tired of its ups and downs, then you might be interested in colored diamonds. They have historically been more stable than the stock market, and they offer…
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But the best diamonds nearly always are GIA. As nonsensical as it sounds, the two are not mutually exclusive. Let’s say a lucky miner finds a huge, D colored diamond. They source the absolute best cutter to polish the rough into a jaw dropping diamond (or several). Then that diamond goes off to an ultra…
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Not everyone may remember, but over thirty years ago, Elizabeth Taylor was in the news for leasing a yacht to house her dogs offshore while she made a film in England so they would be subjected to the six month quarantine required by the UK. You have to wonder if any of them were wearing…
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Chanel’s Camellias never disappoint. The captivatingly bright petals of these pink and orange beauties though? Mesmerizing. We simply cannot stop staring, and we’re well accustomed to the distracting beauty of Chanel fine jewelry and watches. This sorbet colored dream had us perusing our own showcases for a pink and orange fix. Luckily, our selection of…
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You may think of diamonds as luxury jewels that require high security, but apparently in Switzerland they’re so common they’re not even delivered in fully sealed packages. A recent delivery of over $600 million in loose diamonds was discovered with a gaping hole in the bottom of the container. In fact, you could have reached…
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Gold has long since dropped from the historic highs of $1500 per ounce but does that mean that the price of diamonds will be next? With most drops in the price of precious metals, the price of other precious materials does tend to fluctuate a bit. The price of diamonds however, is a rather constant…
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Imagine pit mining diamonds among the bare mountains of the southernmost tip of Africa. A hot sun blazes overhead in a blue, cloudless sky. The mine is surrounded by heavy machinery and hydraulic pumps. Miners sift through the ore and rubble of a volcanic blast that happened over 100 million years ago. Among the rubble…
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We’ve been stocking up on fabulous additions to our online showroom, as per usual. It’s hard not to when our clients come into our Boca Raton store to sell jewelry, bringing along with them designer jewelry, big diamonds and amazing estate jewelry. This week, we added a few dozen pieces that now inhabit showcases all…
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Diamonds are a girl’s best friend. A 164 carat D color diamond was found at the Main pipe, on April 30th, worth an estimated $9 million dollars. The breakdown of the diamond puts each carat at $54,911. Unfortunately they didn’t choose to sell diamonds Boca Raton most certainly would have loved to us, but was…
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To say they’re off to a good start would be an understatement. On May 22, Lucara Diamond Corp. announced the results of their first large and exceptional diamond tender earlier this month, and even the world’s poshest jaws dropped. Consisting of 15 single stone lots, Lucara reported revenues of $24.85 million, or an astounding $30,468…
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This is an exciting auction week! With an Important watch sale at Christie’s seeing several lots realize way more than their estimates, timepieces are hot hot hot. Extraordinary Rolexes and Patek Philippes (along with a generous helping of Audemars) make this ongoing sale one to watch. Later this week, Christie’s hosts its magnificent jewels sale…
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Platinum 1.50ctw Diamond Heart Shaped Engagement Ring with Side Diamonds Style Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring, Heart Shaped Side Stones Carat Weight Approx. 1.50ctw total Diamond Color All Diamonds are G/H in color Diamond Clarity All Diamonds are SI1 in clarity Mounting Details Platinum Mounting Size Size 4.5 (Can be Sized) Total Weight 3.2dwt (5.0g) Additional Details…
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You know we love big diamonds, right? We wear big diamonds. We buy big diamonds. We ogle big diamonds. If we could fill a swimming pool with big diamonds you’d know where to find us on every glorious afternoon here in South Florida. And despite the huge yellow diamonds, the fabulously large internally flawless GIA…
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The natural processes which create diamonds are intricate and based in geological systems. Not all diamonds share the same chemical signature, foundational compounds or model for creation. Rather there are multiple processes often times yielding beautiful varieties of diamonds. Studies regarding the origin and creation of diamonds vary. Eclogitic versus Peridotitic Diamonds Recent research suggests…
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If you’ve ever known a woman who has lost her hair from chemotherapy, you know how dramatic that loss can be. There is something exceptionally powerful about the experience and one company has a unique use for some of that hair that is lost. SKY and LIVI is the company, and they will take a…
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It was 2005. Terrence Howard was nominated for an Oscar for his role in Hustle & Flow. From there he increased he stature when he played War Machine in Iron Man. Everything was looking good for the handsome star with the laser green eyes. Then it seems things got a bit dicey. Okay, things got…
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Maybe it’s their good nature. Perhaps it is their willingness to help. It could even be the fact that they want to believe the best in people. Then again maybe they are either greedy or just not thinking. We see stories pretty regularly about people being scammed out of thousands of dollars for buying into…
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Louis Vuitton is the world’s most valuable luxury brand, founded in 1854 with the introduction of flat-bottom trunks made of lightweight, airtight canvas. As great as those cases were, the brand’s come a long way since. The iconic LV trademark now adorns everything from leather goods to jewelry, and including the diamonds of the Voyage…
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Given that it’s President’s Day and all, our watch of the week is a no-brainer. For the second time today we pay homage to the Rolex Day-Date Presidential. This time, though, we’re kicking it up a notch with our Super President. This stunning white gold Rolex is iced out from bezel to bracelet. On the…
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Stars—like diamonds in the sky? Well actually, yes, Rihanna. A recent discovery has shown that the core inside white dwarf stars may actually be made of diamonds. One of these “space jewels” was discovered around 50 light-years away. This diamond star has been named Lucy—after the Beatles song “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds.” This…
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If you’ve been paying even the slightest bit of attention you’ve probably read about the exorbitant prices that colored diamond have been fetching at world auctions. In fact Sotheby’s Auction House has just announced that its 2012 sales of jewelry at auction topped $460 million, setting a new one year sales record. The previous high…
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Tuesday Shoesday: Yellow Diamonds and Yellow Gold Yellow diamonds, also known as canary diamonds, never fail to take our breath away. And we recently had an opportunity to buy yellow diamonds and turn them into fabulous canary diamond stud earrings. Both of them are set in 14 karat yellow gold, and we’ve paired them with…
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They say diamonds last forever. Well now a Pennsylvania company is creating a way for you to have your dog stay with you forever, or at least a part of your pooch. You see, DNA2Diamonds creates man-made, manufactured diamonds in part, using the hair or ashes of your departed dog. The company says their manufactured…
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One of the many reasons why our Cartier love bangles are so popular is their versatility. The classic Cartier bracelet goes effortlessly from casual to elegant. A Cartier love bangle pairs just as well with an evening gown as it does with a weekend dress and military jacket – there’s no wrong way to wear…
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Sometimes, you just need to bling out. And this Rolex Datejust 16014 certainly delivers on that requisite. With an entirely diamond paved dial, this 16014 is eye catching to say the least. A diamond and sapphire bezel sweetens the deal, leaving only enough un-spangled surface area for the Rolex label and a crisp date window.…
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In a recent press release from Washington DC area diamond company, Washington Diamond Corp., the company announced their plan to team up with The Carnegie Institute of Washington to produce ‘a few thousand 1 ct. lab-grown diamonds per year, or about 150 per month, with production beginning sometime in 2013.’ The stones are hyped up…
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18K Rose Gold and Diamonds Swirling Vines Ring Style 18K Rose Gold and Diamonds Swirling Vines Ring Material 18K Rose Gold Diamonds Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Diamond Quality Diamonds are VS/SI in Clarity, H/I in Color Approximately 3.7ctw Total Weight 4.4dwt (6.9g) Measurement About .5″ Wide Size Size 7 (cannot be sized) Box This item…
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Designer Tiffany and Company Collection Eternity Style Platinum Ring with Diamonds Material Platinum Gemstones 18 Shared Prong Set Diamonds 2.86 ctw Of Diamonds G/H in color VS in clarity Total Weight 3.6 dwt (5.5g) Ring Size Size 6 (Cannot Be Sized) Original Retail $15300 Box This item comes complete with a Raymond Lee Jewelers Presentation…
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School’s closed, you canoed to work, and you’re fairly certain you’ve gone a little wind deaf. While the weather outlets are depicting the storm of the century, seasoned Floridians know better. And while Tropical Storm Isaac is certainly dropping buckets all over Palm Beach County, we’re glad that this isn’t a more serious storm, and…
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Diamonds are used in many different industries and capacities due to their hardness and versatility. Now what if you found out that there’s a machine that melts diamonds like ice? The Z Machine in Sandia National Laboratories is doing just that. This machine is mostly intended to help with research on nuclear fusion technology, so…
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Tuesday night’s Olympic games were among our favorite events yet! Between watching the U.S. Men’s swim team take home gold and seeing the U.S. women’s gymnastics nail a perfect routine to snag their own gold medals, it was definitely a high point for the U.S. in the 2012 London games! Omega ambassador Michael Phelps became…
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For centuries women and men alike have believed the quote, “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend” and Sotheby’s cannot help but to agree. According to the infamous onscreen beauty and famous actress Elizabeth Taylor “Diamonds are forever.” These selections of rare and exquisite diamonds are meticulously designed and hand crafted. Sotheby’s specialize in selling one…
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A real, mined diamond will always reign superior over lab grown diamonds and simulants. However, growing technology is truly pioneering a new market for the benefits of lab grown diamonds and simulants alike. The greatest appeal of a lab grown diamond versus a true mined diamond is the price. A mined diamond will always be…
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Lab created diamonds are real diamonds in every way (as opposed to lab-created diamond simulants). The chemical compounds are the same as mined diamonds, but the values are much different. It is often very difficult to tell the difference between a synthetic and mined diamond. Consumers can notice some aspects themselves, while they will…
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Breaking out from behind the shadow of the Princess Cut has not been an easy feat for marquise diamonds. Despite its glamorous history (King Louis XV of France commissioned the cut, meant to mimic the mouth of his mistress, The Marchioness Madame de Pompadour), the slender, double-edged diamond was once guilty by association with the…
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Whether you are buying or selling diamonds in Boca Raton or anywhere else, where those gems came from (and how they got to the store) should make a difference in your decision. Chairwoman Gillian Milovanovic routed every party involved in the Kimberley Process to continue and update strategies to deal with and stop all diamond…
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Celebrity Style Engagement Rings Celebrity style engagement rings are on the wishlist of many a bride-to-be, and it’s no surprise why. Halle Berry’s four carat emerald center stone engagement ring was somewhat of a mystery. Rumored to have hidden codes and symbols, the magnificent band is said to be one of a kind. Robert Mazlo,…
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Conflict Diamonds and the Kimberley Process The issue of conflict diamonds has long been in the public eye, especially with Hollywood’s recent focus on the issue. But the international community has been trying to stop the trade of conflict diamonds, long before Leonardo Dicaprio took up the banner of social change. One of the biggest…
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Fancy Colored Diamonds Investment 38 years of auction houses and private dealer records indicate the prices of fancy color diamonds doubling at the dealer level every 5 – 7 years. That’s an average of 12%-15% every year, with even higher rates for the rarer colors! Demand is increasing worldwide, while the earth’s supply of diamonds…
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What makes Australian diamonds different from other diamonds? Find out what the difference is here. Read on. In the market today, there are diamonds and there are Australian diamonds. If you’re wondering what the difference is between these two kinds of gemstones, it lies basically on the quality. Since you’ll be spending hundreds if not…
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Blue and Pink Diamonds There is always something exciting going on in the world of diamonds and jewelry. Take for instance, within the past week two diamonds, one blue and the other pink, exceeded expectations when it came time for auction. Christie’s made the announcement that the Clark Pink Diamond fetched a record 15.7 million…
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Recognise Rare Diamonds in New York Diamonds have two superlative titles to their name. They are not only the hardest substance known to man, but also the most precious of all gems. Their value is due to two facts, one because of their incredible beauty and second because of their rarity. One can find these…
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