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.

Cartier
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
Tiffany & Co. Engagement Rings
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
Tiffany & Co. Jewelry
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
Tiffany & Co.
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
GIA Certified Diamonds
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
Cartier Watches
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
San Diego Watch Store & Repair
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
Diamond Rings
Types and Brands of Jewelery · 3 min read
Diamond Rings
A look at what sets a third-generation, family-run jeweler apart — over 3,000 bridal rings, GIA-certified diamonds, custom design and lifetime care, all with no hidden extras.
March 2022
Types and Brands of Jewelery · 3 min read
San Diego Custom Handmade Jewelry
Why a third-generation family jeweler in San Diego, with 3,000-plus rings in stock and free custom design, might be the better choice over a big chain.
March 2022
Diamonds
Types and Brands of Jewelery · 3 min read
Diamonds
A look at what makes a trusted San Diego diamond source, from GIA-certified stones and thousands of bridal rings to the perks of buying from a family jeweler.
March 2022
Wedding Bands and Rings in San Diego
Types and Brands of Jewelery · 9 min read
Wedding Bands and Rings in San Diego
A San Diego jeweler's guide to choosing men's and women's wedding bands, from metals and gemstones to pairing rings with an engagement ring.
March 2022
Engagement Rings San Diego
Types and Brands of Jewelery · 14 min read
Engagement Rings San Diego
A tour of San Diego's largest engagement ring selection, from GIA-certified diamonds to free custom design and vintage styles, straight from a three-generation family jeweler.
March 2022
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