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Insurance Appraisal vs Fair Market Value: Which One Do You Need?
Alex FrancDec 12, 20250 comments

Insurance Appraisal vs Fair Market Value: Which One Do You Need?

When clients visit our Rockefeller Center showroom with a piece of jewelry, the conversation often starts with a simple question. They want to know whether they need an insurance appraisal...
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Alex FrancDec 5, 20250 comments

How to Choose a Jewelry Gift They Will Love: Tips From a Midtown Jeweler

At our store in Midtown Manhattan, we see a familiar pattern every week. People come in looking for a jewelry gift they hope someone will love, but they are not...
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Jewelry Appraisal vs Authentication vs Grading: What’s the Difference?
Alex FrancDec 3, 20250 comments

Jewelry Appraisal vs Authentication vs Grading: What’s the Difference?

People walk into our Rockefeller Center showroom every day with the same question: “Do I need an appraisal, an authentication, or a grading report?” All three sound similar. All three...
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The Ultimate NYC Jewelry Gift Guide: Meaningful Pieces to Buy in Manhattan
Alex FrancNov 26, 20250 comments

The Ultimate NYC Jewelry Gift Guide: Meaningful Pieces to Buy in Manhattan

At our store in Midtown Manhattan, we meet visitors from all over the world who wander in after exploring Rockefeller Center, Fifth Avenue, and the holiday displays in the area....
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Vintage Jewelry Store NYC: Authentic Antique & Estate Pieces
Alex FrancAug 23, 20250 comments

Vintage Jewelry Store NYC: Authentic Antique & Estate Pieces

Introduction: Why NYC is the Heart of Vintage Jewelry New York City has long been a hub for collectors, connoisseurs, and fashion lovers searching for timeless treasures. From Madison Avenue...
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Women’s Vintage Jewelry Styles: Antique & Estate Collector’s Guide
Alex FrancAug 23, 20250 comments

Women’s Vintage Jewelry Styles: Antique & Estate Collector’s Guide

Introduction: Timeless Beauty in Women’s Vintage Jewelry Women’s vintage jewelry isn’t just adornment—it’s history, art, and cultural expression. From the romance of Victorian lockets to the bold geometry of Art...
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Antique Gold Jewelry Styles: From Victorian to Art Deco Eras
Alex FrancAug 23, 20250 comments

Antique Gold Jewelry Styles: From Victorian to Art Deco Eras

Introduction: The Timeless Appeal of Antique Gold Jewelry Gold has captivated jewelry lovers for millennia, but antique gold jewelry carries a unique charm. From the intricate romance of Victorian diamond...
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Vintage Jewelry Online vs. In-Store: What NYC Collectors Should Know
Alex FrancAug 23, 20250 comments

Vintage Jewelry Online vs. In-Store: What NYC Collectors Should Know

Introduction: The Modern Collector’s Dilemma In today’s digital age, collectors can browse thousands of vintage jewelry listings with a few clicks. But when it comes to antique and estate pieces,...
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Vintage Jewelry Investment Guide
Alex FrancAug 23, 20250 comments

Vintage Jewelry Investment Guide

Vintage jewelry investment has emerged as a sophisticated alternative asset class that combines the emotional satisfaction of owning beautiful objects with the financial benefits of appreciating collectibles. Unlike traditional investments...
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Vintage Jewelry Restoration Guide
Alex FrancAug 16, 20250 comments

Vintage Jewelry Restoration Guide

Vintage Jewelry Restoration: When to Repair vs. Preserve Antique & Estate Pieces Vintage jewelry restoration represents one of the most delicate decisions in collecting, where the line between preservation and...
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Vintage Jewelry Authentication: How to Verify Antique & Estate Pieces Like an Expert
Alex FrancAug 6, 20250 comments

Vintage Jewelry Authentication: How to Verify Antique & Estate Pieces Like an Expert

Authentic vintage jewelry authentication represents the critical difference between acquiring a valuable historical piece and purchasing an expensive reproduction. With the vintage jewelry market growing increasingly sophisticated (and unfortunately, increasingly...
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Vintage Gold Jewelry: Investment Guide to Collecting Antique & Estate Gold Pieces
Alex FrancAug 6, 20250 comments

Vintage Gold Jewelry: Investment Guide to Collecting Antique & Estate Gold Pieces

Gold's enduring appeal in vintage collecting stems from its unique combination of intrinsic material value, exceptional workability that enabled master craftsmen to create intricate designs, and remarkable preservation properties that...
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Vintage Watch Collectors Gear Up for NYC’s Fall Auction Season
Alex FrancSep 27, 20250 comments

Vintage Watch Collectors Gear Up for NYC’s Fall Auction Season

As New York’s fall auction season approaches, excitement is building among vintage watch collectors. The market for authenticated, investment-grade timepieces has remained strong throughout 2025, and demand is expected to...
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ROMANCE AT THE ROCK
Harry MizrahiMar 17, 20160 comments

ROMANCE AT THE ROCK

Love and diamonds at Louis Martin Jewelers Proposals, anniversaries, quiet moments between partners—there are plenty of romantic moments at the Rock. We talked to the staff of Louis Martin Jewelers,...
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54 W 50th Street 30 Rockefeller Plaza
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