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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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What’s Better, Omega or Rolex?
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
What’s Better, Omega or Rolex?
A side-by-side look at two watch giants, weighing craftsmanship and style against the resale value that really separates them.
November 2024
Rolex, Tudor and the Navy SEALs
Rolex San Diego · 3 min read
Rolex, Tudor and the Navy SEALs
The SEAL watch was mostly a Tudor 7928, and many were modified right here in Coronado. What the Navy actually issued, and what SEALs wear now that nothing is issued.
October 2024
A Diamond Cut to Consider Other than the Round Brilliant Cut
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
A Diamond Cut to Consider Other than the Round Brilliant Cut
A description of the emerald cut diamond for an engagement ring
October 2024
Some Tips on Getting a Fair Price when Selling Gold
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Some Tips on Getting a Fair Price when Selling Gold
Advice for maximizing return when selling gold in San Diego.
October 2024
Is It Okay to Use a Pre-Owned Engagement Ring?
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Is It Okay to Use a Pre-Owned Engagement Ring?
A discussion of why some people don't like vintage engagement rings.
October 2024
How Should You Fit Resale Value into a Rolex Purchasing Decision?
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
How Should You Fit Resale Value into a Rolex Purchasing Decision?
A quick perspective on Rolex resale value and decision making.
October 2024
How Does Jewelry Trade-In Work?
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
How Does Jewelry Trade-In Work?
How trading in jewelry can be an alternative to selling it.
October 2024
Rolex and Sir Edmund Hillary’s Peak Performance
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
Rolex and Sir Edmund Hillary’s Peak Performance
A post about Rolex and Smith watches on the first successful Mt. Everest Expedition
October 2024
Can I Use a Ruby for an Engagement Ring?
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Can I Use a Ruby for an Engagement Ring?
Quick discussion of the use of rubies in engagement rings.
October 2024
Should I Pawn My Jewelry or Sell It Outright?
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Should I Pawn My Jewelry or Sell It Outright?
Selling vs. pawning jewelry is explored in this blog post.
October 2024
Why Do Dealers Buy Vintage Jewelry?
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Why Do Dealers Buy Vintage Jewelry?
An explanation of the vintage jewelry business from a jewelry buyer's perspective.
October 2024
Three Ways to Make an Engagement Ring Fit Your Budget 
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Three Ways to Make an Engagement Ring Fit Your Budget 
Three strategies for spening less on an engagement ring.
October 2024
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