You’ve got the idea for an entrepreneurial venture that you know can make a difference—in the marketplace and for your own life. But now you’re dealing with the cold reality of getting it off the ground and paying the bills in the process. You’re wondering the most bottom line question there is: how much money […]
U.S. Mint’s 2016 “America the Beautiful” Silver Coin Series Exceeds 2015 Sales
The popular 5 oz. silver coin series “America the Beautiful” is having another huge year as 2016 sales already exceed those of 2015. By June, the U.S. Mint had sold 214,200 units. In terms of silver bullion that’s 1,071,000 ounces! The “America the Beautiful” silver coin series has become a staple of the U.S. Mint, […]
Silver Values Rise, Making the Grey Metal a Great Option for Investors
This year has treated silver well as rising values showed a 25% increase that topped out at $17.90 on April 29th. This rise in value was unique only to silver as the other precious metals did not show increases similar to that rate. This trend has investors leaning on silver as a means for capital […]
The Birth of Birthstone Jewelry
We generally think of birthstones as a specific stone you wear based on the month you were born; however, they didn’t start out quite that way. The start of birthstones goes back to ancient times, but the actual list of current birthstones did not exist until 1912. This article on the history of birthstone jewelry […]
4 Tips for Investing in Estate Diamond Earrings
Purchasing estate diamond earrings can be an excellent opportunity for the investor in all of us, but how to know if you’re getting a great deal or even authentic pieces? Here are 4 quick tips to give you peace of mind when purchasing your own estate diamond earrings. Familiarize yourself with the 4 C’s to […]
Why Smartwatches Won’t Replace Luxury Watches
Smartwatches have become extremely popular since Apple released the Apple Watch in April 2015, but the target audience for smartwatches is vastly different than that of, say, a luxury Rolex watch. In an article from A Blog to Watch, Ariel Adams explains, “The resistance to leaving behind a serious investment and hobby is too great […]
Luxury Watches in Movies
We all see our favorite movies and see those big time and small time movie stars flaunting their expensive Rolex or maybe even those pre-owned watches that still look so good and fabulous you would never suspect it to be bought from a pawn shop. Here are some of those movies and stars that often sport that nice Rolex […]
Rare Blue Diamond Breaks Records at Auction
On November 11, Sotheby’s auction house in Geneva, Switzerland saw the highest price ever paid at an auction for any gem, setting a new world record. Joseph Lau, a billionaire residing in Hong Kong, purchased a rare blue diamond, formerly known as the “Blue Moon Diamond,” as a gift for his daughter Josephine. Lau bid […]
Predicted Engagement Ring Trends of 2016
You’ve found the perfect person, now you’ve got to find the perfect ring. Ring shopping can be stressful, especially when it comes to keeping up with popular styles and trends. While engagement ring styles don’t change very often, the Hartford Courant writes that “there are emerging trends and subtle style shifts in the glittering world […]
Estate Jewelry: Tips for Choosing an Honest Dealer
Estate jewelry, also known as pre-owned jewelry, can be a popular buying choice for a unique piece that is sure to spark conversation. Likewise, there is certainly money to be made from selling those pre-owned pieces of jewelry sitting around the house. Unfortunately, there is always the possibility of doing business with a dishonest dealer. […]