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.

When You Don’t Want to Sell
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
When You Don’t Want to Sell
An overview of selling jewlery you would rather keep.
April 2025
Toi et Moi. Empress Joséphine Bonaparte’s Famous Engagement Ring
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Toi et Moi. Empress Joséphine Bonaparte’s Famous Engagement Ring
The story of the engagement ring Napoleon gave to Josephine and the style it inspired.
April 2025
The First Diamond Engagement Ring
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
The First Diamond Engagement Ring
The story of the first engagement ring, givent to Mary of Burgundy by Archduke Maximillan
March 2025
Two Ideas for an Unusual Engagement Ring
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Two Ideas for an Unusual Engagement Ring
Some ideas for rings that don't follow the standards.
March 2025
Five Ways to Save Money on Your Engagement Ring
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Five Ways to Save Money on Your Engagement Ring
Tips on saving money when purchasing a diamond engagement ring.
March 2025
How to Design a Custom Engagement Ring: Tips and Inspiration
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
How to Design a Custom Engagement Ring: Tips and Inspiration
This blog posts offers engagement ring design tips.
March 2025
Rolex Testimonee Sir Malcolm Campbell
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
Rolex Testimonee Sir Malcolm Campbell
A brief description of the accomplishments of Rolex Testimonee Sir Malcolm Campbell
March 2025
Rolex Testimonee Chuck Yeager
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
Rolex Testimonee Chuck Yeager
A brief description of the accomplisments of Rolex Testimonee Chuck Yeager.
March 2025
Making Your Engagement Ring Fashionable
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Making Your Engagement Ring Fashionable
Discussions about engagement ring appearance choices.
March 2025
Rolex Testimonee Dame Kiri Te Kanawa
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
Rolex Testimonee Dame Kiri Te Kanawa
Information about the remarkable Austrailian Soprano Kiri Te Kanawa
March 2025
What Do Matching Engagement Rings and Wedding Bands Symbolize?
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
What Do Matching Engagement Rings and Wedding Bands Symbolize?
A brief explanation of how the symbolism of an engagement ring and a wedding band can complement each other.
March 2025
Rolex Testimonee Sir Jackie Stewart
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
Rolex Testimonee Sir Jackie Stewart
A blog post about Rolex brand ambassador Sir Jackie Stewart
March 2025
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