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
Show Your Passion with A Ruby Engagement Ring
A blog post discussing ruby engagement rings and their symbolism.
October 2024
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
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
Celebrate with the New Rolex Oyster Perpetual “Bubbles”
A celebration of the new Rolex Perpetual 1908 Celebration dial.
October 2024
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Ready for the New Dress Watch? Sell Your Rolex Cellini in San Diego
A suggestion to sell your old model Rolex Cellini in order to buy the new Rolex dress watch, the Perpetual 1908.
October 2024
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
What to Expect When You Sell Jewelry to a “We Buy Gold” Store
A discussion of how most gold buying stores are poor choices for a person selling gold.
October 2024
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The 2024 Rolex GMT Master II Reference 40mm 126710GRNR Black Dial. The Bruce Wayne.
Meet the newest GMT-Master II nickname to know, a black-and-grey stunner some say could set the standard for every reference that follows.
October 2024
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
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
Rolex Superheroes: Incredible Nicknames for Incredible Timepieces
List of some of the Rolex watches nicknamed after comic book superheroes.
October 2024
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
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
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Two Ways to Sell Your Pre-Owned Rolex in San Diego
Two ways to sell a pre-owned Rolex in San Diego.
October 2024
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
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