Presenting Fancy Yellow Diamond Bracelets from Diamonds by Raymond Lee: In this article, we feature a few fancy yellow diamond 18k White Gold bracelets from our fancy colored diamond jewelry collection. We go over the origin or fancy yellow diamonds, the price, different diamond shapes, and how you can create your very own custom fancy…
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Diamonds by Raymond Lee, a luxury boutique jewelry store in South Florida, presents you the most dashing jewelry and networking event in Boca Raton – Rosè All Day! ROSÈ ALL DAY – Networking Event in Boca Raton. Rose All Day is a jewelry-inspired networking event for local businesses in Boca Raton where Rosè is on free-flow…
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The Rolex President. 41mm, 18K white gold case and fluted bezel, black concentric circle dial, black Arabic numerals, and President bracelet. In this Day-Date II President Review, you will learn about our exquisitely exclusive and super rare Rolex Day-Date II White Gold 41mm watch with black numerals on a black concentric dial. The black on…
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“How much is my watch worth?” It is one of the first questions someone asks themselves when they want to sell and liquidate their luxury timepiece. However, the answer is not always so simple. The quickest path from asking yourself this question to receiving cash in hand, and the most cash possible for that matter,…
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Diamonds are forever, is how the saying goes. We all know these are valued precious stones and have at least a good idea of all the reasons why that might be so. However, not all of us can identify the four main characteristics of diamonds and why they are important in the process of selecting…
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Each jeweler takes pride in their creations. Every piece they craft is a reflection of their state of mind and emotional connection to that specific jewelry piece’s intention. After the laborious effort of taking inspiration and designing it into a wearable jewel, the designers transform into artisans. They then take the time to hand pick…
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Rolex, the decidedly most well known and efficient luxury timepiece there is. They are eponymous with speed, precision and unparalleled performance. This is embodied in each and every one of their brand ambassadors like sport superstars Roger Federer and David Beckham. The pure power in these watches is perfectly matched with their impeccable design. Contemporary,…
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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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Have you been thinking “what’s the best place to sell my jewelry in South Florida?” Do you need some hard cash now? Do you want to trade in your unwanted old jewelry, gold or silver for something fresh? If your answer is yes, then this article is for you. We are Raymond Lee Jewelers in…
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Wondering how to sell expensive jewelry and inherited jewelry such as your grandma’s vintage fine estate jewelry? Look no further, Raymond Lee Jewelers is here to offer you CASH for estate jewelry, precious metals, silver/gold coins, diamonds, and everything (authentic) in between. We are your premiere estate jewelry buyers. If you are ready to start…
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Another summer swinging by. This season was hot and full of gorgeous wedding trends! From bright floral arrangements to tropical themes the wedding world went over the top this summer. If you are planning your wedding for next summer, this winter or just starting to get ideas we have got the five major trends that…
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First thing on a bride’s mind when preparing for the big day may be the gown, the venue or any number of things. However, what can be more important than the symbol of your eternal love, the wedding band? It is the one piece of jewelry to be worn for the rest of your life…
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Selecting something unique for your wedding day’s something blue is easy when you decide to make it jewelry! There are infinite possibilities for every style and budget. From subtle stud earrings to large flashy necklaces with precious stone pendants, something blue can be a detail or the main event when it comes to your wedding…
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A Beautiful Time: The Patek 3800 In Stainless Steel Watches do so much more than simply tell the time. They can make a colorful fashion statement, impress with their mechanical craftsmanship, or dazzle with their beautiful materials, and so much more. No matter what else they do, however, all timepieces can tell a story. They…
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Celebrating the Comeback of the Cartier Panthere W25022B9 Everything that’s old is new again and the Cartier Panthere W25022B9 Yellow Gold Ladies Watch is no exception. This watch was first introduced in 1984 but was recently resurrected due to popular demand. It features a sleek and elegant design, and, of course, the famous Cartier name.…
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Selling Your Jewelry There are times when you may consider liquidating your unique estate jewelry or diamonds. Yet, days and weeks pass and you find that you can’t fulfill your plans. There may be a plethora of reasons why you may not be able to sell off your natural diamonds and jewelry. In our experience,…
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What to expect in jewelry from $100 dollars to $100,000 dollars Raymond Lee Jewelers and Diamonds by Raymond Lee are the premier jewelry stores in southern Florida. Located in Boca Raton, they offer the most extensive inventory of diamond jewelry in the area that appeals to every budget and every demographic. The warmth and graciousness…
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Everything you Need to Know about Diamond Studs including what size you should get, where to find the best quality, and how much you should spend on them. What are Diamond Studs? Diamond studs are one of the most popular choices to choose from when it comes to choosing earrings. They are easy to…
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There are many misconceptions out there about estate jewelry. Often times people confuse it with antiques or vintage jewelry. Or they say it’s bad karma to where estate pieces. That’s why we’re here to set the record straight. Our goal is to help you understand exactly what estate jewelry is, where it originated from, and…
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How To Find A Great Tennis Bracelet A tennis bracelet is a staple piece in many jewelry collections. This can be due to the fact that it is elegant, easy to wear and features a timeless design. Delicate and durable, the bracelet traditionally features a gold or platinum setting and contains many small gems, usually…
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How Millennials are Changing the Face of Luxury Shopping The millennial generation, or Generation Y, may be hard to define in terms of birth years. But, it is clear this new generation dictates many of the current fashion trends. Luxury shopping in Boca Raton has been used as a guide to compose this data. Though…
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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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When it comes to wedding bands, we love pairing our designer engagement rings with their designer wedding band counterparts. All of our engagement ring lines, from A. Jaffe to Verragio, include both engagement rings and wedding bands (most of them also include coordinating men’s bands!) And whether you want a seamless fit or a layered…
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We love fancy shape diamond engagement rings! What are fancy shape diamonds? Anything that isn’t a round diamond! Everything from emerald cuts to heart shaped diamonds are considered a specialty fancy shape, and each has its own magnificent properties. Today, we want to highlight our favorite fancy shape diamond engagement rings – one from each…
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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. That being said, we love nothing more than…
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Cushion cut diamonds are today’s hottest diamond shape. While round brilliant diamonds remain the most purchased, we have to take into account their use in allllll the jewelry that aren’t engagement rings. But when it comes to bridal, cushion cut engagement rings are the most requested diamond shape. So today we want to dive deep…
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Estate diamond jewelry is the bread and butter upon which Raymond Lee Jewelers thrived for decades. We’ve added so many treasures to our vault and showcases, and expanded in the very best ways, but nothing quickens our heartbeat like gorgeous estate diamond jewelry. What, exactly, is estate jewelry? It’s pre-owned. That’s really the only requisite. It…
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Estate Tiffany jewelry is one of the hottest sellers at Raymond Lee Jewelers. As South Florida’s premiere source for designer estate jewelry, we like to keep a wide variety of haute brands stocked in our showcases. But when it comes to Tiffany & Co. we always double down! The brand, synonymous with classic American style…
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We have all have some basic ideas about what diamonds are, where they come from, their value, and what they look like. Some may even understand the intricacies of the 4-C’s of color, cut, clarity and carat weight. The reality of diamonds however, may be a bit different than what we understand them to be.…
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Are you shopping for an engagement ring? Or perhaps just starting to browse? You’ve come to the right place. Not only do we sell some of the hottest designer lines, antique and estate engagement rings, but we’ve got some great advice to boot. At least we think so. When you first start looking through engagement…
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This week, we’ve been focusing on the 4 C’s you need to know to get a great deal on a diamond. So far, we’ve covered diamond Clarity Grades, Cut Grades, and carat weight. Today, I’ll be explaining diamond Color grades. Diamonds come in a large variety of colors, some rarer and more valuable than others…
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Does Cartier make a sterling silver Love bracelet? We’ve certainly never seen an authentic Cartier Love bangle in sterling silver (see how to spot a fake here!) There’s no current edition of sterling silver Love bracelets available through Cartier or any reputable re-seller. And we had doubts that they ever existed – Cartier’s Love bangles…
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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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Although gold is a standard in any jewelry wardrobe, many people find the run of the mill white gold, or yellow gold to grow a tad boring eventually, and many younger women are finding that white and yellow gold belong distinctly to their mother’s or grandmother’s age group rather than their own. This desire to…
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Last night’s Met Gala, themed “China: Through the Looking Glass” brought out a wide variety of fashion choices. There are always the celebs who completely ignore the theme – though not quite as many as the Punk theme. There are the celebs who show up in the wrong theme (still love you Katy Perry.) And…
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Happy Earth Day 2015! If you’re an eco-conscious shopper, concerned with the health of the planet and responsibly sourced diamonds, you’ve come to the right place. Today’s couples value beauty and ethics. To some, the 4 C’s matter just as much as where a diamond comes from. This evolution of conscious shopping gave rise to companies like…
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Spring has finally arrived, putting an end to the brutal cold felt across the country over the last few months. Several celebrities couldn’t wait for Mother Nature to warm up. We hear that over a dozen Tinseltown bachelors turned the heat up on their romances with a proposal. We got to peak at a few rings and can…
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Last fall, Rapaport (the online diamond marketplace) banned EGL certified diamonds. What are EGL certified diamonds? They’re diamonds graded by the European Gemological Institute, one of the handful of diamond grading labs. These labs exist to certify diamonds based on grading criteria including a variety of factors, but primarily the 4 C’s: Cut Color Clarity…
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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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Silver is one of the most beautiful of all precious metals. There are several different types and grades that come from areas all over the world. German, Mexican, Indian and Russian silver are just a few of he various types. When silver is named by country, it means the silver was mined and produced in…
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When it comes to brands and branding, the jewelry market places great value on the name place on any valuable baubles. While many of these items boast of fabulous design and unmatched craftsmanship, it is the name of the House that often dictates the desirability. Many companies compete aggressively to make the list of top…
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Some describe Art Deco as the transition from traditional to avant garde. From romantic to geometric and industrialization inspired. Lastly, from an accessory to self-conscious art. The bold colors and whimsical representations of objects on rings, pendants and even tiaras, were perhaps inspired by the movement overtaking the art world in the early 20th century.…
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You need money. Perhaps it has to do with the bills you owe or a sudden expense you didn’t expect. Now, you’re looking at trying to sell something that might be of value to someone else. The good news is that old watch or that old jewelry gathering dust might be worth something. The question…
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Individuals who buy or sell diamonds in Boca Raton or the surrounding areas, should know as much as possible about the cut and quality of the diamonds in question. If they have rough cut diamonds and are looking to sell, they must remember that up to 60 percent of the diamond’s total weight can be…
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Jewelry is one of life’s fine pleasures. But when the jewelry an individual owns no longer fits into that person’s lifestyle or set of personal likes, that individual can consider selling that jewelry and enjoying the benefits of the additional cash that the sale will yield. The jewelry should be appraised by a trusted appraiser.…
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If you’re like most people, you’re not in the business of buying and selling watches. You may have in your possession, however, one or more vintage or antique watches that you inherited from your grandparents or great-grandparents some time ago. Or maybe you were gifted an expensive watch when you were younger and you’ve held…
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Diamonds are one of the most popular gifts money can buy. Whether it is for an engagement ring or another special occasion, diamonds make a statement that few other gifts can make. In fact, demand for diamonds is increasing dramatically year after year. Despite the financial crisis of 2008 and the global economic slowdown, diamond…
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