The Journal
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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San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
The Symbolism of a Diamond on an Engagement Ring
A short overview of the meaning diamonds add to an engagement ring.
February 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
The Symbolism of a Yellow Diamonds on an Engagement Ring
Quick description of yello diamond symbolims when used for meaning on an engagement ring.
January 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
The Symbolism of Diamond Shapes
How a diamond shape added to an engagement ring can affect meaning.
January 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
An Engagement Ring Too Showy…
Thoughts on whether or not an engagement ring can be too showy.
January 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
How Can an Engagement Ring Design Suggest Meaning?
Tips on packing meaning into an engagement ring with design choices.
January 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
How to Combine Gems for Meaning on an Engagement Ring
A quick overview of mixing gemstones to add different layers of meaning to an engagement ring.
January 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
The Symbolism of a Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring
A brief discussion on the symbolism of blue sapphires on an engagement ring.
January 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
The Symbolism of an Emerald Engagement Ring
A quick description of the symbolism of emeralds in engagement rings.
January 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
The Symbolism in an Engagement Ring
An overview of meaning and symbolism in an engagement ring.
January 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
What Is the Symbolism of An Eternity Engagement Ring?
How an engagement ring's symbolic meaning is impacted by gems inlaid along the band.
January 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
The Symbolism of Titanium in an Engagement Ring
The symbolism of titanium, which only recently became workable for jewelry.
January 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
An Overview of Metal Symbolism for Engagement Rings
How choice of precious metal can add symbolic meaning to an engagement ring.
January 2025
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