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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Another incredible Swiss made brand of timepieces is Chopard. This jeweler and watchmaker have deep roots in the craft of Horlogerie dating back more than a century. The exclusive company produces fine jewelry pieces and watches in a range of designs and styles. Instilled with power and precision their timepieces are exemplary of the Swiss…
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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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South Florida’s most exclusive jewelry event in Boca Raton ~ Free-flow wine all day and giveaways that sparkle. This is a V.I.P. networking opportunity that you don’t want to miss. ROSE ALL DAY Event in Boca Raton. Who: People of South Florida, Jewelry Enthusiasts, and Local Businesses. What: Free-flow Rosè, Light Snacks, Swag Bags, Gifts,…
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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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If you have been wondering “how to sell my watch online”, just know that it is easy. However, there are a few important things to consider and steps you should take. Nonetheless, you are in luck because at Raymond Lee Jewelers, WE BUY USED WATCHES, and the process is simple. The purpose of this article is…
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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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When you need some extra cash and that unwanted jewelry is staring at you, you are likely asking yourself, “how can I sell my jewelry at the best price?”. You might be very attached to that piece of jewelry but you really need the cash for a big purchase on the horizon. Maybe it’s an…
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Patek Philippe is just one of those brands considered to achieve a cult object status. Traditional, innovative and refined these timepieces make strong first impressions. Made in Geneva, Switzerland by masters of the craft of horlogerie Patek Philippes are unique. From 1839 to this day it is the very last family-owned Genevan watch manufacturer. Geneva…
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Incredible pairs have existed in real life and fiction within every industry, sport and on man’s greatest expedition; Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer, Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong. Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen, Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig, Barrichello and Schumacher. These pairs set records and changed the world as we know it, like…
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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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Selling Your Unwanted Jewelry Everybody knows that people love jewelry. It doesn’t matter if it’s big and, in your opinion, gaudy, or if it’s subtle and classy. It doesn’t matter if it’s brand new or vintage. People love jewelry. But that’s not to say that all jewelry is loved. Odds are, right now, you have…
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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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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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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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Met Gala 2018: Celebrity, Jewelry and Fashion Referred to as “the Super Bowl of social fashion events” by former Vogue editor André Leon Talley, the Met Gala is considered New York City’s biggest party of the year. Held annually by the Metropolitan Museum to mark the opening of the Costume Institute’s fashion exhibit, it is…
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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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Raymond Lee Jewelers in Boca Raton: How It All Started Raymond Lee Jewelers in Boca Raton became a force to be reckoned with after over thirty years of meeting the jewelry needs of their clients. Our company carved a niche for itself when the CEO, Lee Josephson, the second generation owner of Raymond Lee Jewelers,…
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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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A Lucky Find: Van Cleef & Arpels and their Alhambra Line. What’s In a Name? If it’s the right name, quite a lot. Such is the case with Van Cleef & Arpels, one of the foremost jewelry, watch, and perfume boutiques in the world. The designer jewelry buyers at Diamonds by Raymond Lee will purchase a…
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Boca Raton Jewelers Host Monthly Community Car Show For Charity Diamonds by Raymond Lee, a family-owned engagement ring and wedding band retailer in South Florida, brings together exotic and classic car enthusiasts of Boca Raton for a monthly car show to raise funds for local charities. Last November, a local Boca Raton business, kickstarted a…
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The emerald on this lovely ring has been recut to eliminate previous damage and is surrounded by .7 carats of gorgeous diamonds. It’s the perfect compliment to any holiday look and it’s not out of reach budget wise. Don’t forget – we also offer affordable financing options that allow you to spread the cost over…
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With Halloween just around the corner, we’d like to showcase some of our spookier pieces. These creepy treasures are sure to bat an eye or two, and can be purchased just in time for your freakish festivities. 18k Yellow Gold White & Black Diamond Skull Costume Ring This gorgeous skull ring is encrusted in delicate…
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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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July is Saturday. Yes, this is real life. And if your June was anything like ours, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday saw epic wedding celebrations. July is shaping up to look the same way, but maybe you’re looking to add another important date to your ical? Perhaps your own engagement? Think about it. There are…
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The wedding ring stack is already the summer’s biggest hit. Sorry Despacito, but we just want to hit replay on all of our gorgeous wedding bands until we run out of fingers to stack them on. Once you’re engaged, besides the thrills of wedding planning, you’ll start to check out wedding rings. And this is…
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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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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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Ah, the $ 10000 engagement ring. $10,000 is an investment that will get you a gorgeous ring – trust us. It’s well over the national average spend for first time engagement ring buyers, and we have an enormous selection of engagement rings under $10,000. This budget is one we see time and again – people…
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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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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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Hola! How are you? Good? Good. We’re glad at least something is, because today we’re blogging the bad. The worst, actually. It’s time to share some of the worst engagement ring advice we’ve ever heard. You can totally make an engagement ring with a [insert alternative gemstone or material here.] You want alternative engagement rings?…
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It happens somewhat regularly in our jewelry showrooms. We’ll be chatting with a client at any stage in the jewelry selection process. Doesn’t matter if we’ve just said “Hello, how are you?” or if we’re finalizing payment methods. This client informs us they have a friend – or an uncle, a cousin, a “guy” –…
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Tiffany & Co. 14k Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Brooch Pin This lovely Diamond Ruby Brooch Pin by Tiffany and Co. is absolutely a beautiful unique vintage piece. Featuring a diamond in the center with approximately 0.10ctw surrounded by 5 Red Ruby Gemstones. All placed perfectly on top on a beautiful crystal flower. The diamonds…
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Today we’re showing off the top 10 engagement ring designs on our Instagram for the last month. Did you know we’re insta-famous? Sometimes, all that fame has a downside, but mostly it’s pretty great. We try not to let it go to our heads. Related: Top 10 Engagement Ring Designs by Henri Daussi What we…
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When you think of a one carat diamond ring, what comes to mind? For many, a classic solitaire in a platinum setting pops into your head first. But your options actually span centuries of different engagement ring design styles. Related: Solitaire vs Halo Engagement Rings Many grooms begin their engagement ring search with the hunt for…
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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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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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Planning to shop for an engagement ring with your boyfriend? Big Mistake. Huge. First of all, let’s just get a few things out of the way. 1. You NEED a diamond engagement ring. Not a gemstone ring, not a ring with a diamond-alternative like a cubic zirconia, definitely not a ring with a morganite or…
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2015 had plenty of memorable engagement ring moments – most of which we recapped in our countdown to the new year! But 2016 is shaping up to be a banner year for engagement ring trends. At Diamonds by Raymond Lee we’re eagerly stocking up on plenty of this year’s emerging trends and adding new designs…
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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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Anyone looking to restore old jewelry for sale or for personal use will likely want to find out more information about how to clean it soon. This will be an invaluable asset for most people out there, who are likely thinking about how they can restore its original look. This will quickly improve the overall…
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18k White Gold 1ct Diamond & Pearl Cocktail Ring Find this 18k White Gold 1ct Diamond & Pearl Cocktail Ring at Raymond Lee Jewelers in Boca Raton — South Florida’s destination for diamonds, fine jewelry, antique jewelry, estate pieces, and vintage jewels. Style 18k White Gold 1ct Diamond & Pearl Cocktail Ring Material 18k White…
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