Long reads on legendary stones, maison histories and the craft of high jewelry.
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Diamond Gifts Under $1,000: Six Lab-Grown Picks for Christmas 2026
Six lab-grown diamond gifts from $350 to $970, chosen for the woman who will wear them every day, with the details that…
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Pre-Loved Jewelry on Amazon: How to Buy Authenticated Luxury at Luxury Stores
Cartier, Rolex and Hermès, previously owned and authenticated by specialist resellers, now sit a click away inside Amazon’s luxury storefront.
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Rolex GMT-Master II “Batman”: 116710BLNR vs 126710BLNR, Specs and Prices
Two generations of Rolex’s blue-and-black GMT look almost identical. Here is how to tell the 116710BLNR from the 126710BLNR, and which one…
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The Watches of Cars of 30A 2026: Patek Philippe 5270J, Nautilus 5712R and Two Rolex Icons
At Cars of 30A in Alys Beach, the rarest machines were sometimes on the wrists: a Patek Philippe perpetual calendar chronograph, a…
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Patek Philippe Milan 2026: Seven Limited Editions and Prices
Under a Milanese dome, Patek Philippe gathers five hundred watches and seven Italy-only editions, from a tricolor Calatrava trio to Milan in…
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Argyle Pink Diamonds Sold to Boodles: What the Last Stones Mean
The last pink diamonds from Australia’s legendary Argyle mine have found a new home with Boodles, a British family jeweler since 1798.
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How to Buy a Luxury Watch as a Gift Without Getting Scammed (Under $20,000)
A watch expert’s guide to buying a luxury watch gift safely in 2026 and 2027: where to buy, the red flags, how…
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Is a Rolex a Good Investment in 2026? What the Numbers Say
Rolex resale prices are rising again, but they remain below the 2022 peak. Which models hold their value, what ownership really costs,…
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Best Luxury Watches Under $10,000 in 2026: Seven Picks With Prices
From a $5,350 Tudor to a $9,000 Moonwatch: seven luxury watches under $10,000 that are worth the money in 2026, chosen for…
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Cartier Love vs Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra: Price, Resale and Which Icon to Buy
A screw-closed bangle from 1969 and a four-leaf clover from 1968: how the Cartier Love and the Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra…
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Patek Philippe Nautilus vs Audemars Piguet Royal Oak: Price, History and Which to Buy
Both drawn by Gérald Genta, both built around an integrated bracelet: how the Nautilus and the Royal Oak compare on price, design…
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Rolex Submariner vs Omega Seamaster Diver 300M: Price, Specs and Which to Buy
Two dive watches, one decision: how the Rolex Submariner and the Omega Seamaster Diver 300M compare on price, movement, resale and everyday…
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Buying a Pre-Owned Luxury Watch: What a Watchmaker Checks Before You Pay
Before you spend thousands on a pre-owned watch, ask the seller for three things. A watchmaker explains what they are, and what…
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Patek Philippe Gondolo Ladies First: Models, Specs and Prices
Patek Philippe’s Gondolo Ladies First sets six new cushion-shaped women’s watches in gold and diamonds, from $37,510.