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Notes from the bench.
Stories on diamonds and design, buying guides for pre-owned Rolex, and the small lessons that come from three generations behind the same counter.
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14k Gold
A discussion of 14k gold including percentage of gold and other metals as well as its popularity.
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 Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Is It Okay to Get Married on a Holiday?
Pros and cons of holiday weddings.
July 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 Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Top Engagement Ring Designs 2025
A quick look at the top trends for engagement ring designs in 2025
June 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Soldered Wedding Sets
A description of solder and it's use in joing engagement bands and wedding rings.
June 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Do Engagement Rings Still Matter?
Reasons why an engagement ring can still be an important thing.
June 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Do You Need to Sell a Vintage Engagement Ring?
Some tips on selling a vintage engagement ring successfully.
May 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Toi et Moi. Empress Joséphine Bonaparte’s Famous Engagement Ring
The story of the engagement ring Napoleon gave to Josephine and the style it inspired.
April 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
The First Diamond Engagement Ring
The story of the first engagement ring, givent to Mary of Burgundy by Archduke Maximillan
March 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Two Ideas for an Unusual Engagement Ring
Some ideas for rings that don't follow the standards.
March 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Five Ways to Save Money on Your Engagement Ring
Tips on saving money when purchasing a diamond engagement ring.
March 2025
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