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Rolex Day-Date with a gem covered dial, Roman numerals and stones on the bracelet center links.

Rolex Day-Date 118388: Diamond Details and Brac...

View the decorated Day-Date from our archived 118388 feature, including its Roman dial, gem set lugs and President bracelet center links.

Rolex Day-Date 118388: Diamond Details and Brac...

View the decorated Day-Date from our archived 118388 feature, including its Roman dial, gem set lugs and President bracelet center links.

Eternity band with stones continuing around the ring in individual settings.

Eternity Rings: Full and Partial Bands, Fit and...

Compare full and partial eternity rings, understand sizing considerations, and see a cushion shaped stone band from our original photo gallery.

Eternity Rings: Full and Partial Bands, Fit and...

Compare full and partial eternity rings, understand sizing considerations, and see a cushion shaped stone band from our original photo gallery.

Lifestyle photograph pairing a gold tone watch with a red handbag and jewelry.

How Tastes Change in Rolex Collecting

Explore changing Rolex tastes, from Paul Newman Daytona interest to colorful dials, without assuming that every once overlooked watch will rise in value.

How Tastes Change in Rolex Collecting

Explore changing Rolex tastes, from Paul Newman Daytona interest to colorful dials, without assuming that every once overlooked watch will rise in value.

Oval center diamond flanked by two side stones above a diamond set band.

Oval Three Stone Diamond Ring with a Diamond Se...

See an oval three stone ring from several angles, including its side stones, raised gallery and decorated band, with practical fitting considerations.

Oval Three Stone Diamond Ring with a Diamond Se...

See an oval three stone ring from several angles, including its side stones, raised gallery and decorated band, with practical fitting considerations.

Royal Oak Offshore chronograph worn with layered necklaces in an archival styling photograph.

The Royal Oak at 50: Looking Back at the 2022 A...

Revisit the Royal Oak anniversary in 2022, the new Jumbo 16202 and its movement, with captions identifying the Offshore watch in the archived gallery.

The Royal Oak at 50: Looking Back at the 2022 A...

Revisit the Royal Oak anniversary in 2022, the new Jumbo 16202 and its movement, with captions identifying the Offshore watch in the archived gallery.

Ring with an elongated blue center and a clear stone border; its age is not established by this photograph.

Buying Vintage Diamonds: Cut, Condition and Pro...

Learn how to compare vintage diamonds, distinguish an old cutting style from documented age, and check condition and records before choosing a ring.

Buying Vintage Diamonds: Cut, Condition and Pro...

Learn how to compare vintage diamonds, distinguish an old cutting style from documented age, and check condition and records before choosing a ring.

Two Richard Mille RM 005 watches with gem set bezels, one on a white strap and one on a black strap.

Richard Mille RM 005 with Gem Set Bezels

Compare two RM 005 watches on black and white straps, learn the model background, and see what to verify about the gem setting and service history.

Richard Mille RM 005 with Gem Set Bezels

Compare two RM 005 watches on black and white straps, learn the model background, and see what to verify about the gem setting and service history.

Square center diamond in corner prongs beside two diamond set bands.

Diamond Ring Settings: Prongs, Bezels and Desig...

Understand the difference between stone settings and ring styles, then compare prongs, bezels, halos and band details with practical fitting questions.

Diamond Ring Settings: Prongs, Bezels and Desig...

Understand the difference between stone settings and ring styles, then compare prongs, bezels, halos and band details with practical fitting questions.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak with extensive gem setting across the dial, bezel and bracelet.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak with Extensive Diamon...

See a Royal Oak with extensive gem setting across its dial, case and bracelet, and learn which details need documentation before purchase.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak with Extensive Diamon...

See a Royal Oak with extensive gem setting across its dial, case and bracelet, and learn which details need documentation before purchase.

Square center diamond ring with decorative shoulders, viewed from the side.

Engagement Ring Styles from Our 2022 Archive

Explore halo, solitaire, three stone and diamond band engagement ring styles from our 2022 photo archive, with practical details for comparing designs.

Engagement Ring Styles from Our 2022 Archive

Explore halo, solitaire, three stone and diamond band engagement ring styles from our 2022 photo archive, with practical details for comparing designs.

Rectangular step cut diamond ring from the original article photographs.

Asscher Cut Engagement Rings: Shape, Settings a...

Learn how Asscher cut diamonds differ from emerald and princess cuts, what to inspect, and how to compare settings for an engagement ring.

Asscher Cut Engagement Rings: Shape, Settings a...

Learn how Asscher cut diamonds differ from emerald and princess cuts, what to inspect, and how to compare settings for an engagement ring.

Blue center stone above a diamond set band in the archived sapphire ring.

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring with a Diamond S...

Explore the blue sapphire, raised setting and diamond band in this archived ring, plus the details to confirm when shopping for a similar design.

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring with a Diamond S...

Explore the blue sapphire, raised setting and diamond band in this archived ring, plus the details to confirm when shopping for a similar design.

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