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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Would You Wear It Today?
A practical checklist for deciding which pieces are worth selling and where to get a fair, honest price for them.
January 2022
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Gold the Gift That Keeps On Giving
Why that tangle of old gold chains in your jewelry box might be worth more than you think, and how karat markings determine what it's worth.
January 2022
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Selling Your Gold at the Right Time
Two market signals worth tracking before you sell — daily gold prices and dollar strength — and why timing can change what your gold is really worth.
January 2022
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Why Selling Gold to Online Companies is Such a Bad Idea
The risks of mailing your gold to online buyers, and why an in-person appraisal gets you a fair price and cash the same day.
January 2022
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A Fine Pre-Owned Rolex Can Be Yours!
A guide to matching the right pre-owned Rolex style to the moment, from bold nights out to easy afternoon lunches.
January 2022
Tiffany & Co. Tutorial · 2 min read
The Tiffany & Co. 1837 Collection
A look at Tiffany & Co.'s 1837 collection, its roots in the brand's founding year, and how to find these pieces at a more affordable price.
January 2022
Tiffany & Co. Tutorial · 2 min read
The Tiffany & Co. Yellow Diamonds
The story behind Tiffany & Co.'s legendary yellow diamonds, their grading innovations, and where to find pre-owned pieces in San Diego.
January 2022
Tiffany & Co. Tutorial · 2 min read
The Tiffany & Co. Ziegfeld Collection
A look at the bold geometry and pearl-rich glamour of Tiffany's art deco Ziegfeld pieces, and where to find them pre-owned in San Diego.
January 2022
Tiffany & Co. Tutorial · 2 min read
The Tiffany & Co. Metro Collection
A closer look at Tiffany & Co.'s Metro Collection and why its understated, natural elegance still defines the brand's legacy today.
January 2022
Tiffany & Co. Tutorial · 2 min read
The Tiffany Victoria Collection
A closer look at Tiffany's flower-inspired Victoria collection, its signature diamond artistry, and how to find pre-owned pieces at a fraction of the price.
January 2022
Tiffany & Co. Tutorial · 2 min read
The Tiffany Soleste Collection
A closer look at Tiffany & Co.'s glamorous Soleste line, where diamond halos frame bold colored stones in strikingly luxurious designs.
January 2022
Tiffany & Co. Tutorial · 2 min read
The Tiffany Keys Collection
The story behind Tiffany & Co.'s vault keys and how that archival discovery became a modern collection of wearable, elegant jewelry.
January 2022
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