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.

The 2025 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sky-Dweller
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
The 2025 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sky-Dweller
A description of Rolex's new Sky-Dweller.
June 2025
Top Engagement Ring Designs 2025
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Top Engagement Ring Designs 2025
A quick look at the top trends for engagement ring designs in 2025
June 2025
Why You Want a GIA Accredited Jewelry Professional when You Sell Your Jewelry
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Why You Want a GIA Accredited Jewelry Professional when You Sell Your Jewelry
An explanation of why GIA Accredited Jewelry Professionals can get you better deals when you sell jewelry.
June 2025
The Dynapulse Escapement
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
The Dynapulse Escapement
A description of the new Rolex Dynapulse escapement.
June 2025
Soldered Wedding Sets
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Soldered Wedding Sets
A description of solder and it's use in joing engagement bands and wedding rings.
June 2025
Why Is a Licensed Jewelry Buyer Important for You?
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Why Is a Licensed Jewelry Buyer Important for You?
A description of the benefits of selling to licensed jewelry dealers.
June 2025
The 2025 Rolex Datejust 31 in Red Ombré Dial
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
The 2025 Rolex Datejust 31 in Red Ombré Dial
A description of the features and beauty of the 2025 Datejust 31 and the striking dial.
June 2025
Do Engagement Rings Still Matter?
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Do Engagement Rings Still Matter?
Reasons why an engagement ring can still be an important thing.
June 2025
Let’s Talk about the Luxury Watch Market
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
Let’s Talk about the Luxury Watch Market
A quick overview of the current luxury watch market.
May 2025
Some Tips for Selling Antique Jewelry
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Some Tips for Selling Antique Jewelry
Tips for getting a fair deal when you sell antique jewelry.
May 2025
Marketing and Pricing Your Jewelry Yourself
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Marketing and Pricing Your Jewelry Yourself
Tips on how to present and price jewelry you want to sell at retail.
May 2025
Do You Need to Sell a Vintage Engagement Ring?
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Do You Need to Sell a Vintage Engagement Ring?
Some tips on selling a vintage engagement ring successfully.
May 2025
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