A unique diamond cut shape emerald cut engagement ring is rarer than round or cushion cut engagement ring diamonds. For a solitaire, three diamond or halo feature ring an emerald cut diamond stone is possible. This geometric cut is evocative of both modern and vintage artistic aesthetics. Let us have a more in depth look…
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Luxury watch vs smartwatch, that is the question. Now that smartwatches are becoming more and more popular as the industry continues to grow this is a frequently asked question. When it comes to investing in a watch there are quite a few things to consider. But with technology entering the space it changes up the…
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What is an Old European Cut Diamond? Old European Cut Diamonds (OEC) are an antique type diamond cut born of a time before modern technology enabled the precise geometry we see modern diamond cutters use. The Old European Cut evolved from the Old Mine Cut, with their trademark small tables, heavy crowns, deep angles, and large, visible culet.…
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Many people keep asking us “What does a $10,000 engagement ring look like?” and “How big of a diamond can you get for $10,000?”. So, we are here to answer those questions succinctly and with examples from our collection of stunning $10,000 engagement rings at Diamonds by Raymond Lee. If you’re looking for a $…
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Buying an engagement ring is likely the most personal and intimate purchase of one’s life. It is often the most stressful too… It’s normal. We, as people getting engaged, want the perfect ring for what we hope to be the perfect proposal. Moreover, an engagement ring is worn every day. It is by far the…
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Nobody sets trends like celebrities do, and when it comes to engagement rings, this is especially true. Women all over the world look to famous actresses, singers, princesses and queens to find inspiration for their very own engagement rings. So, we are here to present to you 5 celebrity style engagement rings made to give…
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In this article, we discuss everything you need to know about the top 2 diamond cuts for engagement rings, including features, history, setting styles, sample costs for the diamond, and examples of both diamond cuts set in new engagement rings from 2019. Are you looking to purchase a diamond engagement ring? Not sure which diamond…
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This is the third and final post of our 3 days of the Boca Concours d’Elegance RECAP. Here are the highlights from Day 3’s Automobile Exhibition and Show-Field Competition, which was held Sunday, February 24, 2019. The 13th annual Boca Raton Concours d’Elegance concluded last week and it was one for the books. Boca Raton’s…
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Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry are the latest celebrity couple to get engaged. The two are now set to be married soon and announced as much through a sweet and intimate instagram post. Orlando Bloom proposed to the singer, who has arrived at her Super Bowl half time show riding a lion, Katy Perry, on…
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Are you looking to create a stunning diamond ring stack for your wedding day? In this article, we share 13 diamond ring stacks styling tips to help modern brides create the perfect engagement ring stack. Although there are virtually no rules when it comes to stacking rings, we do have a few diamond ring stack…
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Are you on the hunt for the perfect engagement ring? Well, look no further. Today we’re discussing the top 10 engagement ring trends of 2019. An engagement ring is more than just a sparkle of affection. An engagement ring is a symbol of love, honor, and commitment. It doesn’t matter whether you’re more of a…
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The best car show in Palm Beach County, Diamonds and Donuts Boca Raton, had another successful turnout this past Sunday. We had free breakfast (coffee and donuts!), live music, jewelry giveaway, and a BBQ lunch for $10 where all the proceeds go to a good cause (the Boys and Girls Club of Broward County). Oh,…
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Another Diamonds and Donuts South Florida Car Show in the books and it was a huge success. Diamonds and Donuts Boca Raton is starting to be recognized as the best Boca car show AND even one of the best Palm Beach and South Florida Car Shows. We got a massive crowd this past Sunday for…
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South Florida and car culture go together like a horse and a carriage. The beautiful, always-sunny weather, high-rollers, and smooth flat streets make South Florida one of the most car-friendly places on the planet. Palm Beach County, the home of Boca Raton, South Florida, is a hot zone for classics, concepts, exotics, and more, and…
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For those of you wondering “how to sell my Rolex for the most money”, we wrote this article to be your complete guide to selling an expensive Rolex at the best price. If you have an authentic Rolex watch that you’ve decided to let go, it’s only right that you get a decent amount of…
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There are just about a million decisions and plans to be made for a wedding – regardless of where the event of a lifetime will take place. However, if you are planning to have your wedding in South Florida that initial decision may be even more difficult! There is an infinite number of fairytale white…
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Each time there is a royal wedding the media goes beyond itself to cover each and every detail. From the moment an engagement is announced there is fanfare about what the ring is like, what the dress will be and endless other details. While not everyone pores over these articles and discusses each possibility, who…
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Here at Diamonds by Raymond Lee, we spend our days assisting couples in selecting the perfect rings to symbolize their love and commitment for one another. We help design rings that capture each individual’s unique style and personality. No matter what type of ring you’re looking for, whether it be nontraditional or traditional style, we…
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All About Cushion Cut Diamonds It might be a necklace, bracelet, ring or earrings. Jewelry of all types has been loved by women and, of course, men for centuries. Diamonds especially have captivated the hearts and minds of men and women who want to marry and grow their families. It is a symbol of the…
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Rolex 5100 Texano No. 989/1000 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Watch, Cost: $24,995.00 Specifications: Make: Rolex MPN: 5100 Model: Texano Case Diameter: 39mm Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Crystal: Scratch Resistant Sapphire Movement: Quartz Clasp: Crown Clasp Dial: Champagne Stick Dial with Gold Hour Markers and Hands Size: Fits up to 7.5’ Wist Condition: This watch…
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When you’re shopping for engagement rings Boca Raton, there’s only one thing you really need to know: that Diamonds by Raymond Lee in East Boca and Raymond Lee Jewelers in West Boca are the absolute best places to go. Our family business was founded more than thirty years ago with the intent of building a…
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The watches Boca Raton knows and loves are a different breed. In Boca, watches are a particular accessory that transcend the bounds of wrist wear and become a personality statement. You can tell a lot about a person by the watch they wear, and Boca residents know this well. We’re a community of luxury watch…
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The diamonds Boca Raton demands are unlike any other. They’re, simply put, the best. Our discerning clientele know what they like and make no apologies for it, and as proud members of the Boca Raton community, we’re uniquely poised to satisfy this very specific demand. We know our clients want the best, and we know…
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We are so excited to share the details of one of our latest watch acquisitions today! At Raymond Lee Jewelers, we’ve built a legacy on our thriving pre-owned luxury watch business, both on the buying and selling end. We’re known internationally for our selection of fantastic watches that span every era, their excellent working condition,…
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Can you even believe Memorial Day Weekend is nearly upon us?! We can’t either, but we’re definitely ready to celebrate. In fact, we’re partying all week long with a Memorial Day Special: 18 months of interest-free financing on our estate jewelry, pre-owned luxury watches, gorgeous engagement rings and important diamonds. That’s pretty much everything in…
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May’s birthstone is the lovely, verdant emerald and we’re green with envy for every May baby who gets to rock this beautiful birthstone. Emeralds have been treasured for millennia, dating back to 300 BC when the first emerald were discovered in Egypt. Today, the vast majority of emeralds come from Colombia (we are not aggressive…
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What exactly are Raymond Lee diamonds? If you’re reading this you already know what Raymond Lee Jewelers is, and likely all about Diamonds by Raymond Lee. If not, that’s our sister store, our exclusive bridal jewelry boutique that caters to the next generation of luxury jewelry lovers. But back to the diamonds. Raymond Lee diamonds…
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Rose gold engagement rings are the biggest trend in bridal jewelry since the halo. But what’s behind this “trend?” First, we have to do a little history homework. While the resurgence of rose gold engagement rings really began in earnest two or three years ago, this particular style is nothing new. Rose gold was originally…
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Looking for the best watch repair Boca Raton has to offer? Have a seat, let us pour you a beer. Welcome to Diamonds by Raymond Lee. When we opened our beautiful jewelry showroom last year, our focus was on diamonds – hence the name. We’re proud to offer the finest selection of high quality loose…
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We’ve said before – and we’ll say again – that we don’t play favorites. We honestly couldn’t if we tried. We can’t walk by our own showcases without falling in love with several rings, so to choose just one…or even just one designer…defies the laws of logic. So between Simon G. and Gabriel & Co.?…
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Let’s hear it for the ladies! Remember a few years ago when watches seemed to make a huge comeback? Female celebs like Jennifer Aniston started rocking oversized men’s Rolexes. The next thing you knew, wrist hardware was everywhere! Watches for women made a sudden and major comeback. With Michael Kors ubiquitous chunky chronograph making…
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It’s 2017! Your resolutions still firmly resolved, your planner’s blank pages stretch out endlessly, wonderfully blank, begging you to fill them with all the great things you’ll achieve this year. You’re still basking in the glow of all your holiday gifts and plenty of holiday cheer with your loved ones. Maybe, like us, you still…
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Our business runs on our passion and expertise in the luxury watch game. For more than three decades, Raymond Lee Jewelers has been the premier buyer and seller of every estate luxury watch model basically ever. Whether it’s a rare antique we found at a major estate sale, or the hottest “It” watch that’s only…
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It’s almost Halloween and we’re getting in the spirit! Not only does next week bring our exciting event SHINE at Diamonds by Raymond Lee, but it brings about our favorite opportunity for breaking out our darker side. Of jewels, that is. At Raymond Lee Jewelers, we love to buy the most eccentric estate jewelry and…
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Raymond Lee Jewelers engagement rings are undeniably some of the most popular in the engagement ring world. We love showing off the beauty of our creations, collections and curations to everyone, and today is no exception. First, let’s talk about what Raymond Lee Jewelers engagement rings are. They’re different from Diamonds by Raymond Lee engagement…
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Fall is in the air! While it’s not official for another week, Pumpkin Spice Lattes are out in full force, along with holiday decorations at the most aggressively spirited stores, and before you know it every abandoned Radio Shack in a 20 mile radius will convert into a pop up Halloween costume shop. The leaves…
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What are the different types of engagement rings? We don’t mean the different shapes – which you can read more about here! But rather the style of the engagement ring. We throw around descriptors like “Designer engagement rings” or “Estate engagement rings” here on the blog, but how do they differ from, say, a custom…
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Do you need engagement ring insurance? Yes. Yes you do. But not all policies are created equal. While adding your engagement ring to your homeowner’s insurance is a great, easy option (and certainly better than leaving yourself entirely unprotected) there’s another option: jewelry insurance. Related: You’re Engaged! Now What? What is Engagement Ring Insurance? Like the name implies,…
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Happy Earth Day to all of our readers. We’re celebrating today by admiring some of our gorgeous, eco-friendly recycled diamonds. What’s recycled jewelry? Before you start picturing creative twists on Hefty bags and last year’s Vogues, we’ll stop you. When we say recycled, we mean estate. And when we say estate, we mean – actually,…
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If you’re looking for the perfect engagement ring, the first step is finding the perfect style. Take this engagement ring style quiz to find your perfect match in 7 easy questions What item(s) are on heavy rotation from your closet? A. Your massive collection of Anthropologie blouses, dresses and skirts B. A crocheted vintage maxi dress…
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Cushion cut wedding rings and engagement rings are the fastest rising star in the bridal jewelry world. While round brilliants still reign supreme, this lovely, modern take on an old classic is exploding in popularity. The cushion cut actually pre-dates the round brilliant, which is usually regarded as the “Classic” engagement ring shape. And it…
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Happy Birthday, January babies! Your gorgeous birthstone is the perfect touch of warmth this winter (although, in South Florida, what’s winter?) This month, it’s all about garnet. Garnet, according to the American Gem Society (AGS): “signifies eternal friendship and trust and is the perfect gift for a friend. Garnet, derived from the word granatum,means seed, and is…
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When it comes to engagement rings it can sometimes seem like what’s old is new again. Before Diamonds by Raymond Lee came along, Raymond Lee Jewelers focused exclusively on estate jewelry – especially vintage and antique. And while we specialize in estate designer jewelry like Tiffany, David Yurman, Cartier and Bulgari, our estate and antique…
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Can you believe Christmas is only 10 days away!? We can’t, and we’re so excited for the busiest time of the year. It’s when our showroom doors don’t close until every client has found their perfect gift. It’s when we get harried phone calls from frantic husbands, asking their favorite team member to set aside…
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How a Diamond is Cut and Polished When it is taken from the mine, a diamond is not the sparkly gem you imagine. There is a complex process that a diamond goes through before it is used in a ring, necklace or set of earrings. When you hear about the latest massive diamond discovered –…
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HOW is it September? Yes, we obviously knew it was coming, but whew that first month of fall always takes us by surprise. Granted, Fall is a relative term here in Boca Raton. It’s more hurricane prep and welcoming the snowbirds here than pumpkin spice-ing and breaking out the riding boots. Just kidding, we’re always…
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We’ve written before about how to get the engagement perfect engagement ring – geared towards our Raymond Lee Brides – but at the end of the day, it’s typically the groom doing the shopping! Now don’t get us wrong, we’ve seen our fair share of “just browsing” turned into surprise in-store proposals. We’ve also noticed more…
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When it comes to engagement rings, ready to wear might not be the first thing to pop into your mind. Whereas the average fashionista is familiar with couture vs. ready to wear fashion, she might not realize that the same standard applies to bridal jewelry! And while custom engagement rings always take time, designer engagement…
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