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 Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Should You Buy Antique Jewelry as an Investment
Why antique jewelry tends to hold and even grow in value, and how that compares to buying new.
November 2024
Types and Brands of Jewelery · 2 min read
Pendants and Necklaces
A guide to choosing necklaces and pendants — from diamond chokers to colored gemstones and charm chains — for every style and occasion.
March 2022
Types and Brands of Jewelery · 2 min read
Earrings
A quick history of earrings plus practical tips for choosing styles and shapes that flatter your face and hair color.
March 2022
Types and Brands of Jewelery · 3 min read
Estate Jewelry
Why estate jewelry offers character, craftsmanship and value you simply won't find on today's mass-produced showroom shelves.
March 2022
Types and Brands of Jewelery · 2 min read
Elegant Jewelry
Meet the family philosophy behind our jewelry — why we see every piece as a symbol of love, not just a product, and how that keeps prices fair.
March 2022
Types and Brands of Jewelery · 2 min read
Cartier
Why pre-owned Cartier lets you own royal-worthy craftsmanship and timeless style without the new-boutique price tag.
March 2022
Types and Brands of Jewelery · 2 min read
Tiffany & Co. Engagement Rings
Why a pre-owned Tiffany & Co. engagement ring gives you legendary quality, timeless design and real savings all in one setting.
March 2022
Types and Brands of Jewelery · 2 min read
Tiffany & Co. Jewelry
Why Tiffany & Co. pieces set the industry standard, and how buying them pre-owned gets you that quality for less.
March 2022
Types and Brands of Jewelery · 3 min read
Tiffany & Co.
Why Tiffany & Co. earns a rare exception to our rule on big-name pricing, and what their history of setting industry standards means for you.
March 2022
Types and Brands of Jewelery · 2 min read
GIA Certified Diamonds
Why GIA certification matters, what the Four Cs actually measure, and how that independent report protects you when buying a diamond.
March 2022
Types and Brands of Jewelery · 2 min read
Cartier Watches
What buying a pre-owned Cartier in San Diego actually includes, from trade-up guarantees to free lifetime polishing and repair.
March 2022
Types and Brands of Jewelery · 2 min read
San Diego Watch Store & Repair
A look at what sets a family-run San Diego watch shop apart, from personalized buying advice to lifetime cleaning, resizing and repair service.
March 2022
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