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Private Sales & AcquisitionsAre you too busy to shop? Tired of pushy sales people? Do you want a great deal you can feel confident about? Do you have distinguishing tastes? Do you want to buy, but you are afraid or confused? Do you want honesty and someone truly knowledgeable about what you want to buy? Do you want your satisfaction guaranteed?
Our private sales & acquisitions service offers an easy and painless way for you to buy what you want with nothing but the facts. We listen to your desires and budget concerns and guide you through an informative process to help you acquire the most for your money. We take a personal responsibility for what we acquire for our clients and should you decide to buy from us, know that your satisfaction is guaranteed by providing you with documented information. We have assembled the best resources and we work with wholesalers, auction houses, retailers, private individuals, mines, cutters, designers and more to bring you the best from around the world. We will never pressure you to buy and everything is informative, private and confidential. Terms and memo options are available for wholesale clients. We are committed to high ethical standards and providing our clients with unbiased information. We educate our clients and help them make informed decisions, saving them both time and money. We provide a private office laboratory environment that is both secure and pressure free. By retaining a knowledgeable broker, you have a professional in your corner to inform you of the facts. We understand and employ the latest technology to provide you the most up to date and accurate information. We maintain current knowledge through constant market research and continuing education. We have extensive knowledge of current gemological issues and the latest trends in the marketplace. We stay abreast of the latest prices, treatments, synthetics and changes in technology. Call us now to put in your request for what you want to acquire. Workmanship found in our jewelry selections exceeds the workmanship found in most jewelry and is designed and manufactured with attention to detail. Our first-hand knowledge of how jewelry is made enables us to have a discerning eye for quality. Whether you’re a connoisseur or a first time buyer, we help you find what you desire.
Diamonds There is a lot of conflicting technical information regarding diamonds and diamond grading. We will put this information in terms you can understand so you can feel confident about what you are buying. There is more to diamond grading than just the four C’s. We explain and show you the interrelationships between the four C’s and other factors such as fluoresence, polish, symmetry, length to width ratio and other proportions to help you acquire the perfect diamond for an engagement, anniversary or just because. We listen to your desires and budget concerns and guide you through an informative process to help you acquire the most for your money. We take a personal responsibility for what we acquire for our clients and should you decide to buy from us, know that your satisfaction is guaranteed by providing you with documented information. We specialize in sizes 1.00 carat to 20.00 carat single stones, clarity grade SI2 to Internally Flawless, colors D to Z and natural fancy colors such as yellow, pink, red and blue. Our diamonds come with a grading report from GIA when appropriate and when specifically requested by our clients. We sell a variety of shapes and cuts from Modern Round Brilliants to Old European and Old Mine to fancy shapes such as Princess, Emerald, Cushion Radiant, Pear, Marquise, and more. We can also acquire special rare cuts or have a diamond custom cut to your liking. We can educate you about every “facet” of the diamond you desire.
Colored Gemstones We listen to your desires and budget concerns and guide you through an informative process to help you acquire the most for your money. We take a personal responsibility for what we acquire for our clients and should you decide to buy from us, know that your satisfaction is guaranteed by providing you with documented information. Our colored gemstones and pearls come with a grading report from GIA when appropriate and when specifically requested by our clients. Some examples of what we like to acquire and sell: Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Alexandrite, Tourmaline, Tsavorite Garnet, Spessartite Garnet, Demantoid Garnet, Tanzanite, Cat’s Eye Chrysoberyl, Star Corundum, Opal, Topaz, Aquamarine, Kunzite, Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Sunstone, Moonstone, Chalcedony, Red Beryl and more. We specialize in Ceylon and Kashmir Sapphires, Australian Black Opals, Columbian Emeralds, Paraiba and Chrome Tourmaline and other rare gems from all corners of the globe. We listen to your desires and budget concerns and guide you through an informative process to help you acquire the most for your money. We take a personal responsibility for what we acquire for our clients and should you decide to buy from us, know that your satisfaction is guaranteed by providing you with documented information. Antique & Period Jewelry We acquire rare jewelry from the Art Deco, Edwardian, Victorian, Art Nouveau, Georgian, and Retro periods as well as the time periods in between. We educate our clients about the history and uniqueness of antique & period jewelry. We specialize in European and American manufacturers as well as hand fabricated masterpieces signed and unsigned. Estate Designer Jewelry You can save significantly buying pre-owned and quality jewelry is made to last for generations. We recommend purchasing new designer jewelry from an authorized retailer. Our selections change constantly and product availability varies. Some examples of what we like to acquire and sell: Van Clef & Arpels, Cartier, Tiffany & Company, David Yurman, Bulgari, Chopard, Boucheron, Mauboussin, Harry Winston, Fabergé, John Hardy, H.Stern, Carrera y Carrera, Buccellati, Chanel, Oscar Heyman, Gregg Ruth, Roberto Coin, Graff, Kwiat, Judith Ripka, Lagos, Chimento, Hidalgo, Charriol, Ritani, Michael Beaudry, Simon G, Scott Kay, Tacori, Verragio, Hearts on Fire, Leo Diamond, JB Star, Lazare Kaplan, Mikimoto, Swarovski, David Webb, Henry Dunay, Jabel and more Estate Luxury Watches You can save significantly buying pre-owned and quality timepieces are made to last for generations. We recommend purchasing new luxury watches from an authorized retailer. Our selections change constantly and product availability varies. Some examples of what we like to acquire and sell: Rolex, Patek Philippe, Breitling, Omega, Cartier, IWC, Vacheron Constantin, Piaget, Panerai, Zenith, Ulysse Nardin, Breguet, A. Lange and Sohne, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Chopard, Chanel, Tag Heuer, Audemars Piguet, Baume & Mercier, Bell & Ross, Blancpain, Corum, Tiffany & Co., David Yurman, Gucci, Jacob & Co., Frank Muller, Ice-Tek, Ebel, Hamilton, Longines, Maurice Lacroix, Rado, Movado, Raymond Weil, Swiss Army, Tissot, Accutron and more Modern & Traditional Jewelry We acquire quality new and estate jewelry from the modern to the traditional designs. Engagement rings, unique custom jewelry, tennis bracelets, stud earrings, anniversary rings, chains, brooches, cultured South Sea & Akoya pearls, natural pearls and more. Precious Metals Gold, platinum, palladium, rhodium and silver, from scrap to coins to raw materials and alloys.
Custom Designs & Manufacturing Our process is comprehensive, yet simple. We use our expertise to build you the jewelry of your dreams. We will give you an estimate to complete the assignment and charge only design fees at that point, which are typically $150. Within 10 days you will be able to view full color, multiple angle computer renderings. Once the renderings are approved by you, we can offer a variety manufacturing techniques from casting to hand fabrication. If you wish, we can even make a wax model of the item so you can see and feel what the item will look like before manufacturing begins. We believe in using the highest quality of workmanship and techniques as used by the great jewelry makers through the ages. The complete process usually takes 4 to 8 weeks except in special circumstances. Computer Renderings Wax Model Finished Product Computer Renderings Finished Product Just because it is not listed does not mean we can’t acquire it for you. Please feel free to call now for a no obligation, free consultation and put in your request for what you want to acquire. Please feel free to contact us as well if you are interested in consigning or selling outright to us.
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