This week we are going into the story and history behind the iconic luxury jeweler and watchmaker Cartier. Established in 1847 by Louis-Francois Cartier this renowned brand was family owned until 1964. The French luxury goods house has headquarters in Paris, which as you will see below became an epic milestone for the company. Furthermore…
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The History of Harry Winston Harry Winston was among the world’s most famous jewelers. After immigrating from the Ukraine to New York City, Harry’s father started a modest jewelry business. According to legend, the young Harry purchased an emerald at a nearby pawn shop for 25 cents and later sold it for 800 dollars. Harry’s…
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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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Unless you are Queen Elizabeth, brooches probably don’t make it into your outfits very often. Brooches are often overlooked fashion statements that can make an outfit pop, if you can figure out how to wear them well. While the royal lady simply sticks her brooches on her shoulder or chest, that often look somewhat random…
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The article I am writing is strictly my opinion “Lee Josephson” partner in Raymond Lee Jewelers. I find that local brick and mortar jewelry retailers and even large online e-tailers are very removed from what is actually occurring behind the scenes in the diamond world. People are not going to stop getting engaged (at least…
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Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours! Enjoy the parade, the dog show, and as much turkey as you can cram in your pie hole. And pie, too, now that we mention it. We’re closed for the day to spend time with our families, but we will be open tomorrow (during our normal hours, sorry…
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With the holidays fast approaching, it’s time to start planning and picking up presents. A spa gift card or a new smartphone might be nice, but nothing makes a woman feel cherished like jewelry. But, for the special lady in your life, you can’t just pop into the store, grab the first necklace you see…
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When was the last time you had Robin Leech’s voice in your head? The answer is always, unequivocally “too long.” We’re here to help you out, by checking out the lifestyles of the rich & famous – or at least their favorite toys and trinkets. The title Most Expensive gives any object – from cheeseburgers…
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A new era has dawned at Tiffany & Co. After last year’s 175th anniversary celebration, the re-creation of some of Tiffan’y most splendid Victorian style designs, and of course, the always celebrated Little Blue Book, Tiffany is as successful as ever. Luxury trade reports have it continuing in growth all over the globe (except for Japan.)…
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All that glitters is not always gold and this is especially true for the latest fashion jewelry trends for fall 2014. Since the major fashion runways and popular celebrities are considered the trend setters for every season, this fall season is no different. Most designers this year were inspired by a Wonder Woman style where…
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If you thought $10,000 for a Rolex was a princely sum of money, you haven’t met the Henry Graves Supercomplication, perhaps the most unique and coveted watch in the world of horology. Now, for the first time since it was sold for a record $11 million to an anonymous bidder in 1999, the watch will…
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You may have heard of the Hope Diamond, but have you heard of the Queen Isabella Emerald, the Delong Star Ruby, or the Eagle Diamond? Let’s explore some of these interesting gemstones that made history. The Hope Diamond Perhaps the most famous gemstone in the world is the Hope Diamond, a huge blue diamond that…
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There was an epic battle of auction houses this week in Geneva and diamonds were the weapons of choice. Sotheby’s and Christie’s held auctions that garnered world-wide attention one day apart, on May 13th and May 14th respectively. When most think of Sotheby’s they think of England, and for good reason. That is where the fourth longest continuously…
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One of the world’s premier watchmakers is teaming up with a Swiss museum and the Film Society of Lincoln Center to honor the life and legacy of a Hollywood pioneer. Jaeger-LeCoultre will celebrate the centennial anniversary of Charlie Chaplin’s most beloved character, “Little Tramp”, with the “Chaplin Forever!” Exhibition from April 25th to May 4th…
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Who wouldn’t love to step out for a night on the town with a breathtaking, $800K necklace adorned around their neck? While this might be a dream come true, you also might wonder how a piece of jewelry could cost over three quarter of a million dollars. That is exactly why Lalique, the French crystal-maker,…
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