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.

What’s the Difference Between Engagement Rings and Wedding Bands?
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
What’s the Difference Between Engagement Rings and Wedding Bands?
A discussion of the history and purpose of engagement rings and wedding bands.
December 2024
Rolex and Motorsports
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
Rolex and Motorsports
A description of Rolex's relationship with motorsports.
December 2024
Do You Have Brand Name Jewelry You Want to Sell?
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Do You Have Brand Name Jewelry You Want to Sell?
Short overview of popular brands of jewelry in the pre-owned market.
December 2024
Rolex Laureate Anita Studer
· 2 min read
Rolex Laureate Anita Studer
How a Swiss ornithologist's obsession with one endangered blackbird led to eight million trees planted and a rainforest reborn.
December 2024
Should You Propose with a Temporary Ring?
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Should You Propose with a Temporary Ring?
Thoughts about why you may want to propose with a temporary ring.
December 2024
What Happens to Jewelry After You Sell It?
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 3 min read
What Happens to Jewelry After You Sell It?
Melted, recycled, or resold as jewelry. Which one your piece is headed for decides what you get paid, and you can usually work it out before you accept an offer.
December 2024
Rolex Laureate Mark Kendall
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
Rolex Laureate Mark Kendall
A description of the vaccination work of Rolex Laureate Mark Kendall.
December 2024
The Process of Selling Your Jewelry—A Quick Overview
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
The Process of Selling Your Jewelry—A Quick Overview
What happens when you sell jewelry is discussed briefly.
December 2024
Rolex Laureate Wijaya Godakumbura
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
Rolex Laureate Wijaya Godakumbura
A description of Rolex Laureate Wijaya Godakumbura to prevent death and disfigurement by fire with safe lamps.
December 2024
What Is the Best Way to Sell Old Jewelry?
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
What Is the Best Way to Sell Old Jewelry?
Strategies for maximizing results when selling old jewelry.
December 2024
What Is the Best Way to Sell a Large Amount of Jewelry?
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
What Is the Best Way to Sell a Large Amount of Jewelry?
TIps on selling large collections of jewelry and estate jewelry
December 2024
The Importance of Regular Jewelry Maintenance
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
The Importance of Regular Jewelry Maintenance
Discussion of the importance of jewelry maintenance and cleaning.
December 2024
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