Chopard jewelers recently presented their 2013 Red Carpet Collection at the Cannes Film Festival held on the French Riviera. The high-end jewelry company has been a sponsor of the event for 15 years. This year, the company presented 66 unique and exquisite pieces in honor of the 66th annual event. And like the glamorous models,…
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The rarest gemstones are the most valuable, and usually the most beautiful as well. This is very true of the spectacularly rare and stunningly beautiful Paraiba tourmaline. It was in 1987 that Hector Barbosa, an audacious modern-day explorer had the gut feeling that something rare and beautiful lay hidden beneath Paraiba Hill, a spot near…
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We had the most incredible time at this year’s 2013 Hope Bash and we were so honored to be this year’s exclusive jewelry sponsor. The event was a gorgeous evening supporting a fabulous cause. Over 600 supporters of Place of Hope gathered at PGA National Resort & Spa. Executive Director Charles Bender credited the record-setting…
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It’s safe to say yellow gold has seen a major comeback in recent years. It used to be our white gold Cartier Love bracelets sold like hot cakes. We couldn’t buy them fast enough to keep them in our showcases! And while the yellow gold variations have always been popular, now the reverse is happening…
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Happy Mother’s Day to all of our wonderful RLJ Moms! We hope today brings you a beautiful, relaxing, and appreciative day. We’ve been looking forward to this day all month, watching the contest heat up and watching the votes climb. Finally we’re so happy to announce that the winner is… Alanna W! Alanna shared this…
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Attention, attention! Today is May 10th – only 2 days until Mother’s Day 2013! In case you haven’t already gotten or made something for your wonderful Mom, don’t panic. With two days until Mother’s Day, you’ve still got time to run to the mall or pop into our showroom for a little something special. These…
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There are those who claim that too much formal instruction in an art form will stifle the natural flow of a person’s inner creativity. That may be the case for jewelry designer Wendy Yue. Born in Hong Kong, Wendy’s studies were focused on language and culture. She completed those studies in Vienna and set her…
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A wedding surprise is a fun way to add an element of the unexpected to your big day. Everyone knows there will be I Do’s, an exchange of rings, of vows, and of smooches. Your guests can probably bet that there will be certain expected elements at your reception (they’re hoping an open bar is…
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Cartier Love Bracelet OLD vs NEW Cartier’s new style Love bangle debuted in 2011 and is starting to make its way into the used Love bracelet market. It typically takes a few months to a year before we start purchasing a new style of designer jewelry or new watch from customers who want to sell…
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Bavna fine jewelry was launched in 2008, and is the creation of designer Sunny Jain. The brand is deeply influenced by the ancient art of Sanskrit, and the concept of development. Jain’s design process incorporates the development of the mind, body and soul. His philosophy resonates in every piece of Bavna fine jewelry. Origins of…
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Nina Runsdorf is the one jewelry designer that solved the problem of being over-dressed with haute couture jewelry and jeans. Nina is a lover of fine jewelry but at the same time realizes that fine pieces of jewelry may go unworn and unnoticed because of so much casual dress in modern times. Somehow, all that…
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Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands abdicated her throne last night in favor of her son, but before she left the regency behind she threw one heck of a ball. We don’t know about you, but in our opinion there aren’t nearly enough opportunities to wear tiaras. So when we get to live vicariously through the…
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Famous for his one-of-a-kind pieces featuring slices of raw diamonds and pure gold, Gurhan is one of Hollywood’s most adored jewelers. Utilizing pure, 24 karat gold, diamonds and beading, Gurhan creates incredibly unique and stunning necklaces, earrings and bracelets that flatter the woman wearing them, while also standing alone. What makes these items so eye-catching…
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With homegrown high style, Philadelphia’s own Paul Morelli offers an eye-catching selection of diamond, precious and semi precious jewelry that is not only delicate and feminine, but also unique in design. Including rings, bracelets and necklaces, these luxurious pieces are colorful without being gaudy, and every item is handmade. Many natural influences inspire Paul Morelli’s…
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This week’s featured item is another recent addition to our ever-growing (And quickly disappearing) collection of slice jewelry. We can’t buy this jewelry fast enough it flies from our showcases so quickly and out the door on the arms, necks and ears of smiling customers. This mother of pearl slice pendant is no exception to…
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For well over a century, Van Cleef & Arpels has spelled romance in jewelry. The Van Cleef love story began in 1895 when Estelle Arpels and Alfred Van Cleef declared their deep passion and love for all things beautiful into the creation of jewels that would befit celebrities and royalty, most especially those lucky in…
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True Story: we were green with envy today. It’s true that our Boca Raton jewelry store is bursting with incredible jewelry and watches, but when our entire Facebook feed is full of gorgeous pictures from BaselWorld 2013, it’s hard not to be just a tad jealous. While we’re mentally willing ourselves to Switzerland to see…
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Mother’s Day 2013 is right around the corner (have you entered Mom to win our diamond pendant yet?) And if you haven’t started shopping for your Mom yet, allow us to give you a hand (or, even better, a fabulous David Yurman ring to place on Mom’s hand). RLJ has partnered with eBay to bring…
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Watches are a man’s and a woman’s best friend, especially in today’s environment, where time is of the essence. Everyone is in a hurry, to get to some place important. Wearing the perfect watch, make getting there much easier. Watches were once large and bulky. It seems the designer lacked creativity and style. Today watches…
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Famous for his edgy and trend-conscious take on luxury watches, the Swiss horologist and brand Richard Mille has outdone himself with his latest collection of Tourbillons, set to debut for Baselworld 2013. Two timepieces are going on display, one features a red skull and the other, notably, is of a peckish panda, grazing in a…
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Happy Earth Day 2013 everyone! Each year, we take a day to appreciate the beautiful planet we’re blessed with (and seriously, it doesn’t get much more idyllic than the little slice of paradise our Boca Raton jewelry store sits upon!) We’d like to take today to remind our clients, fans, friends and fellow jewel-lovers that…
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The Hemmerle house of luxury jewelry is a family operated business that has been in the Hemmerle family for four generations. It was established in 1893 by Joseph and Anton Hemmerle while they made medals for the Royal Bavarian Court. The original boutique on Maximillianstrasse opened in 1904 where it still remains today. Joseph’s grandson…
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Diamonds aren’t just a girl’s best friend anymore. These majestic gems are turning all the boys’ heads, too, especially the pear-shaped ones. Sotheby’s, famous for its record breaking auctions of jewelry, loose stones and oversized gems, has just destroyed another record at their latest sale. Here, for your guilty pleasure indulgence, are all the juicy…
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Think you spent a lot of money on your iPhone? Think again. While iPhones have moved from luxuries to necessities in today’s fast-paced world, a Chinese businessman is putting the “luxury” status back into the iPhone, dropping more than seven figures on his communication tool. The Chinese businessman, identified only as “Joe,” hired a famed…
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The Great Gatsby Collection from Tiffany & Co. is simply smashing. The collection has a charm about it that evokes images of the jazz age. It isn’t too hard to picture a sophisticated woman in a smokey jazz lounge wearing some of the Great Gatsby pieces. Some key items from the collection standout. Great Gatsby…
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Warning: The following post isn’t recommended for the squeamish or insectophobic. When we saw these beautiful pieces on The Gem Standard, at first we were blinded by turquoise…then we noticed the antennae. French artist Hubert Deprat found himself captivated by the behaviors of Caddis Fly larvae. The tiny bugs forage for bits and pieces in…
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There’s something extra inviting about red cocktails, no? They’re like the more laid back cousin of the blue cocktail. Yes, probably just as deceptively potent, but less likely to turn your mouth weird colors. On the other hand (literally), a red ruby cocktail ring is precisely the opposite. It is the more sultry, eye catching…
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Have you been considering buying a fake Cartier Love bangle? How about a “not so genuine” Hermés handbag? You may want to reconsider after reading about a new bill proposal. Margaret Chin, who serves as a New York City Councilwoman, has proposed a new bill that would make it illegal not only to sell the…
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Typically, men’s wedding bands wouldn’t spring to mind when imagining Eye Candy for guys. But a certain subset of the XY population (hey grooms!) has a vested interest. For many guys, their wedding band is the first piece of real jewelry they’ll own. And for some, it’s the only piece of jewelry they’ll ever wear.…
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Paul Flato’s success and designation as the “First Jeweler to the Celebrities” is most likely due to two factors; his talent for creating beautiful, whimsical pieces and his first store was at the corner of 57th and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. It was the location where Tiffany & Co. would later open their flagship store…
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Considering that our discerning estate jewelry customers love a good auction, we decided to keep everyone abreast of the best luxury auctions happening at the major auction houses each week. While scouring eBay and 1st Dibs for the next great find is always a fun pastime, nothing beats the thrill of the fine auction (nor…
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A star sapphire is precisely what its stellar name suggests – a sapphire that feature a star design. That star shape is actually an inclusion, an internal characteristic created by the gem’s specific crystal structure & minerals within. We’ve talked about inclusions before when discussing diamond clarity, but all gemstones can feature inclusions. We liken…
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Spessartite garnets are a kind of garnet that is relatively new in jewelry making. The popularity of spessartite began to grow after the discovery of it in mines in Namibia and Mozambique. Garnets are minerals that grow as small grains on the inside of a rock host. Scientifically speaking, spessartite is a nesosilicate, manganese aluminum…
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The consummate philanthropist, beautiful inside and out, Angelina Jolie has done it again. The edgy Oscar-winning actress, known for her charitable works and penchant for adopting children from war torn and depressed countries, has decided to design a collection of jewelry and donate all the profits to children in crisis zones. While it’s her partner…
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This is your big moment. Your best friend is rocking a sparkly engagement ring from a man who adores, supports and encourages her in every way. Now, the pressure is on her to make the wedding unforgettable, but the pressure is on you, best friend and maid of honor, to give her an exceptional and…
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If you are a person who enjoys following tradition then don’t forget about the bouquet toss at your wedding. This is a fun tradition that all of those unmarried ladies have a lot of fun with. Even young girls get involved in this at weddings, which is especially exciting for them. The wedding bouquet toss…
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Earlier today we might have been joking about free diamonds, but we’re 100% serious now! Mother’s Day 2013 is quickly approaching (May 12th) and to celebrate the amazing women in all of our lives, we’re holding a Mother’s Day Contest: Tell us why the lady in your life is a “gem” and she could win…
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If the spring-cleaning bug is starting to creep into your thoughts, you know you have a lot of work cut out for you. And while there are an inexhaustible selection of useful articles on how to organize your life, house and family, there isn’t a lot of information about cleaning up the jewelry that clutters…
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Happy Friday, readers! You know we love to get into some fashion fun at the end of every week, and today we’re putting a different twist on it. What’s better than denim? Denim with diamonds, of course. And we’re ready to break out our favorite pair of blues for a cause close to our hearts:…
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Gina Lollobridgida, the Italian actress so popular in the mid 20th century, is selling her jewelry through Sotheby’s auction house. Some of the proceeds are earmarked to help advance stem cell research. The now 85 year old actress has not only worked as an actress. She has also worked as a photo-journalist, a sculptor and…
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Chrysoprase is a green gemstone that is popular for use in jewelry. This fascinating green gem is form of rare quartz. It can be found in varying shades of green, from an apple green to a very dark almost emerald green. It contains traces of nickel, which is what creates its green hue. It has…
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Since ancient times, coral has been prized as trinkets to behold and cherish. The Romans and Egyptians harvested Corallium Rubrum, a red coral found in the Mediterranean Sea. Nineteenth century English gentleman brought gifts of coral home to their ladies after traveling. Since those times, coral has been highly valued and used in jewelry and…
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We love Art Deco style. We love rubies. So when we combined the two to create vintage inspired Art Deco ruby ring designs set in platinum, we knew we’d created some great unique engagement rings. We paired the ruby accents (some might call them halos) with some of our favorite marquise stones. Some are light…
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Our Boca Raton store’s wedding band selection is among the best of the best. From 12 carat eternity bands to antique wedding bands to discounted signed jewels (like Tiffany wedding bands for less!) Today we’re highlighting a few of our favorite wedding bands that truly stand out in our showcases. When you need to buy…
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We’re big fans of nail art around here. Whether you’re getting a manicure to match your engagement ring or just having fun with the hottest trend in beauty, nail art is such a fun way to add another dash of personality to your look. It’s no coincidence that we love anything to add some sass…
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18K White Gold Ruby Ring Style White Gold Ruby Ring Carat Weight 0.60ctw Gemstone 6 Rubies Mounting Details 18K White Gold Mounting Size Size 5.5 (Can be Sized) Total Weight 2.7dwt (4.2g) Additional Details Also Available with Emeralds, Sapphires, (Diamond ring is NO LONGER AVAILABLE). Ring can be stacked with others or worn individually. Comes…
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No other brand name in the world of fine jewelry can surpass Cartier. The Paris-based jewelry designer, manufacturer and distributor of luxury watches and jewelry has been “the jeweler of kings and the king of jewelers” since 1847. The brand’s latest collection is 41 pieces of authentic jewelry and watch-making pieces that create a metamorphosis…
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Famous for his retro style and brilliantly colored baubles, the handcrafted jewelry of Seaman Schepps has been popular since the 1930s, especially among such notable celebrities as Katherine Hepburn and Andy Warhol. You’ll instantly recognize his asymmetrical pieces for their unflinchingly eye-catching design, whether made from classic diamonds and sapphires or pedestrian materials like seashells…
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