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 Diamond Solitaire, the Classic Engagement Ring
The solitaire is a classic, elegant style beloved for generations.
September 2024
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Your Love Is Overwhelming But Not Your Bank Account!
A heartfelt take on why real love isn't measured in carats, and how thoughtful design and smart sourcing keep beautiful rings within reach.
May 2022
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Your Engagement Ring’s Diamond, Style, and Setting
A guide to pairing diamond shapes with ring settings, from classic solitaires to pave, so your ring feels uniquely yours.
May 2022
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Why GIA Certification Matters
A look at what GIA certification actually guarantees, and why it gives you real peace of mind when buying diamonds.
May 2022
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Why Do We Put Diamonds on Engagement Rings?
The story behind diamonds' rise as the engagement ring standard — rarity, permanence and beauty explained.
May 2022
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Which Hand Is Right?
The surprising history behind why wedding rings land on the left hand's fourth finger, from Roman legend to early Christian ritual.
May 2022
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
What Size Diamond Should You Buy?
Balancing budget and brilliance using the Four Cs, plus a few discreet ways to learn her taste before you shop.
May 2022
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
What if She Already Has the Ring?
A gentle guide for men navigating a proposal when she already owns a ring — how to talk it through and still make the moment yours.
May 2022
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
We Can Help You with an Engagement Ring Replacement (A Tale of Progression)
A heartfelt story about a lost engagement ring that shows why replacing one is about restoring meaning, not just gold and diamonds.
May 2022
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Unusual Proposals
Creative, out-of-the-box proposal ideas — from surprise dream trips to movie theater takeovers — for guys who want to skip tradition entirely.
May 2022
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
The Perfect Proposal
Practical tips for planning a proposal she'll never forget, from picking the perfect location to keeping your secret safe.
May 2022
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
The Perfect Place, the Perfect Time, and the Perfect Ring
San Diego has no shortage of dreamy proposal spots, and here's why the ring you choose deserves just as much thought as the place and moment.
May 2022
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