Jewelry and family friction are not a new concept. Ask anyone who has gone through a family member passing away, and the issue of property distribution gets people tied into knots, especially when it comes to selling estate jewelry. Unfortunately, inheritance arguments are not the only time jewelry can cause issues in the household. Here…
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Attention all wonderful followers of the Raymond Lee Jewelers Instagram: now is your chance to win a FREE f-r-e-e David Yurman gold, silver and diamond bracelet. If you don’t follow us on Instagram, you’re missing out! It’s where we post our newest, hottest pieces. Sometimes it’s the only place we can share a quick snap…
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If you are like many people, the thought of owning vintage jewelry is exciting. To own a high quality work of art that has been around for decades is something special. As with anything in life there are benefits and drawbacks of buying vintage watches compared to a new model. By understanding these you will…
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In an area like Boca Raton there are plenty of opportunities to buy jewelry that is real and of high quality, but there are also plenty of opportunities to get scammed. There are a few different ways that you can avoid scams when it comes to both buying and selling gold in Boca Raton. Following…
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Do you know someone who loves the best of everything, lots of bling and writes incessantly (present company excluded?) If you do, then this unique luxury pen would be the best gift you could ever present to them. The limited-edition pen named Mystery Masterpiece created in cooperation by luxury stationery companies Montblanc and Van Cleef…
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Swarovski traces its history back to 1892 when Daniel Swartz (later Daniel Swarovski) patented a specific way to cut glass. This allowed him to produce crystal glass, and the rest as they say is history. Today, Swarovski is known world-wide for their quality crystal products. Most will know them for their beautiful crystal figurines, but…
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We’ve talked lots about bridesmaids gifts here on the RLJ blog, but mostly we’re discussing cute bridesmaids gifts from the bride – today we’re flipping the switch. Look away, RLJ brides, it’s time for some one-on-one time with your bridesmaids! Being a bridesmaid is a huge honor, and sometimes also a huge financial commitment. Between…
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A relative passes away and leaves an estate with a large amount of jewelry to your family. You’re the executor and are in charge to make sure everything left is distributed properly. The instructions are pretty straightforward that everything goes to your family, and your relative assumed everything would be liquidated. It’s a pretty easy…
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Did you by chance read this TechCrunch article? A bride-to-be inadvertently spoiled her own engagement ring surprise after seeing her man-friend’s name in the tittle of an Etsy listing for a ring on her wish list. Whoops. Of course, we hope this didn’t make their engagement any less special, but we can’t fault the writer…
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Proceeds from the recent sale of an Edwardian diamond tiara were donated to the UK based Cancer Research Leukemia division by a London based vendor. The tiara went up for auction on the seventeenth of April 2014. The piece was donated to the research center by a private donor. The design and unique features of…
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For many, the thought of amish brings up images of people living without electricity and driving horse drawn carriages instead of cars. While this is true, many people do not think of them as looking for a regular jewelry store. The thing that amish people are interested in when it comes to jewelry stores though…
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Jewelry has always been a big part of the Hollywood lifestyle, but in ten particular films, it was upgraded from wardrobe accessory to starring role. Seven necklaces, an earring, a pin, and a ring: each piece of jewelry on this list served an important purpose in the plots of these star-studded movies, which range from…
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A great piece of jewelry can stay in a family for generations. Some might keep it as a family heirloom but others might be interested in preserving it as a long-term investment. If you are an avid jewelry fan or collector, you’ll want to follow some best practices to ensure that your valuables stay that…
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A home burglary occurs in the United States every 15 seconds. Most of these burglaries occur between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. and result in a dollar loss of approximately $1,600. Less than 13 percent of all burglaries are solved by police. Additionally, thousands of homes are damaged or destroyed each year by fire, flood…
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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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