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.

A Vintage Engagement Ring or a Modern Engagement Ring: How to Choose
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
A Vintage Engagement Ring or a Modern Engagement Ring: How to Choose
Some thoughts on choosing a new engagement ring or choosing a vintage engagement ring
October 2024
How Slight Differences in Diamond Carat Weight Can Help You Manage Your Engagement Ring Investment
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
How Slight Differences in Diamond Carat Weight Can Help You Manage Your Engagement Ring Investment
An explanation of how to buy based on carat weight to save money on an engagement ring.
October 2024
What Are Some Benefits of Lab Grown Diamonds?
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
What Are Some Benefits of Lab Grown Diamonds?
An exploration of the benefits of lab grown diamands for an engagement ring in San Diego.
October 2024
The Symbolism of Engagement Rings
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
The Symbolism of Engagement Rings
An exploration of why engagement rings are important.
October 2024
Let’s Discuss Some Pros and Cons of Lab Grown Diamonds
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Let’s Discuss Some Pros and Cons of Lab Grown Diamonds
An exploration of the pros and cons of lab grown diamonds.
October 2024
Show Your Passion with A Ruby Engagement Ring
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Show Your Passion with A Ruby Engagement Ring
A blog post discussing ruby engagement rings and their symbolism.
October 2024
How Understanding Diamond Clarity Can Help You Manage Your Engagement Ring Investment
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
How Understanding Diamond Clarity Can Help You Manage Your Engagement Ring Investment
Instructions for saving money by understanding diamond clarity when you buy an engagement ring.
October 2024
How Are Lab Grown Diamonds Graded?
San Diego Engagement Rings · 1 min read
How Are Lab Grown Diamonds Graded?
A description of how the GIA rates lab grown diamonds
October 2024
Are Lab Grown Diamonds Diamond Simulants?
San Diego Engagement Rings · 1 min read
Are Lab Grown Diamonds Diamond Simulants?
An explanation of the difference between lab grown diamonds and diamond simulants.
October 2024
How Diamond Color Can Help You Manage Your Engagement Ring Investment
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
How Diamond Color Can Help You Manage Your Engagement Ring Investment
A practical look at diamond color grading and how choosing a slightly lower grade can save you money without sacrificing sparkle.
October 2024
How Do Scientists Make Lab Grown Diamonds
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
How Do Scientists Make Lab Grown Diamonds
This blog criefly discusses how lab grown diamonds are formed.
October 2024
Are There Advantages to Lab Grown Diamonds?
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Are There Advantages to Lab Grown Diamonds?
Lab grown versus mined diamonds compared honestly, including where they're identical and the one factor that might sway your decision.
October 2024
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