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.

Grace Kelly’s Stunning Engagement Ring
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Grace Kelly’s Stunning Engagement Ring
A description of the engagement ring worn by Grace Kelly, Princess Grace of Monaco.
February 2025
The Symbolism of a Diamond on an Engagement Ring
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
The Symbolism of a Diamond on an Engagement Ring
A short overview of the meaning diamonds add to an engagement ring.
February 2025
Rolex Testimonee Mercedes Gleitze
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
Rolex Testimonee Mercedes Gleitze
A description of Rolex Testimonee Mercedes Gleitze, who was the first woman to swim the English Channel
February 2025
The Symbolism of a Yellow Diamonds on an Engagement Ring
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
The Symbolism of a Yellow Diamonds on an Engagement Ring
Quick description of yello diamond symbolims when used for meaning on an engagement ring.
January 2025
The Symbolism of Diamonds with Opals in an Engagement Ring
· 2 min read
The Symbolism of Diamonds with Opals in an Engagement Ring
How opals and diamonds work together to symbolize love, hope, and harmony.
January 2025
The Symbolism of Diamond Shapes
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
The Symbolism of Diamond Shapes
How a diamond shape added to an engagement ring can affect meaning.
January 2025
The Rolex Testimonees
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
The Rolex Testimonees
An overview of the Rolex brand ambassadors, people Rolex refers to as testimonees.
January 2025
Do You Have a Rolex GMT Master You Want to Sell?
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
Do You Have a Rolex GMT Master You Want to Sell?
A description of the Rolex GMT Master and its demand in the pre-owned Rolex market.
January 2025
An Engagement Ring Too Showy…
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
An Engagement Ring Too Showy…
Thoughts on whether or not an engagement ring can be too showy.
January 2025
Thoughts on How to Get the Best Price When You Sell Your Unwanted Jewelry
· 2 min read
Thoughts on How to Get the Best Price When You Sell Your Unwanted Jewelry
A clear breakdown of every way to sell unwanted jewelry, weighing speed against payout so you can choose what fits your situation best.
January 2025
Do You Have a Rolex Milgauss You Want to Sell?
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
Do You Have a Rolex Milgauss You Want to Sell?
A description of the Rolex Milgaus and it's demand in the pre-owned market.
January 2025
Why “We Buy Gold” Stores Should Be Avoided
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Why “We Buy Gold” Stores Should Be Avoided
Reasons why I recommend customers not use "we buy gold" stores.
January 2025
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