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FeaturedRolex San Diego · 2 min read
The 2025 Rolex GMT Master II with a Tiger Iron Dial
A description of the new Rolex Tiger Iron Dial. 2025 is the first year Rolex has used Tiger Iron
Read the article →July 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
14k Gold
A discussion of 14k gold including percentage of gold and other metals as well as its popularity.
July 2025
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Where Should You Sell Your Diamonds?
A discussion of the pros and cons of pawn shops, jewelers, and private parties when selling jewelry.
July 2025
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
Rolex Chromalight
A description of Rolex's new luminescent material Chromalight.
July 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Some Information on 18 Karat Gold
A discussion of the balance of durability and gold percentage with 18k gold vs. 24k or 14k.
July 2025
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Selling Jewelry that Isn’t Fine Jewelry
Some advice on selling costume jewelry.
July 2025
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
The 2025 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Line
An overview of the new 2025 Oyster Perpetual from Rolex
July 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Is It Okay to Get Married on a Holiday?
Pros and cons of holiday weddings.
July 2025
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
When Should You Repair Jewelry Before Selling It?
Some ideas about when repairing jewelry makes financial sense.
July 2025
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
The New 2025 Rolex Perpetual 1908 with a Solid-Gold Bracelet
A short description of the features and benefits of the 2025 Rolex Perpetual 1908, Rolex's new dress watch.
June 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Should You Solder Your Rings Together?
Some pros and cons about soldering your engagement ring and wedding band together.
June 2025
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
When Is an Informal Jewelry Appraisal Enough?
Suggested times when an informal appraisal is enough and the expense of a formal appraisal is unnecessary.
June 2025
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