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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
Who Are the Rolex Testimonees?
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
Who Are the Rolex Testimonees?
Rolex doesn't call them ambassadors. Testimonees are athletes, explorers, scientists and artists the brand has backed since the 1920s. Here's how it works.
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
How Can an Engagement Ring Design Suggest Meaning?
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
How Can an Engagement Ring Design Suggest Meaning?
Tips on packing meaning into an engagement ring with design choices.
January 2025
How to Combine Gems for Meaning on an Engagement Ring
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
How to Combine Gems for Meaning on an Engagement Ring
A quick overview of mixing gemstones to add different layers of meaning to an engagement ring.
January 2025
Do You Have a Rolex Oysterquartz to Sell?
Rolex San Diego · 2 min read
Do You Have a Rolex Oysterquartz to Sell?
A description of the Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust and it's demand in the pre-owned Rolex market.
January 2025
Make a Valentine’s Day Upgrade
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Make a Valentine’s Day Upgrade
Trading jewelry in for new jewelry for Valentine's Day or other events.
January 2025
The Symbolism of a Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
The Symbolism of a Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring
A brief discussion on the symbolism of blue sapphires on an engagement ring.
January 2025
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