Inside the Cartier Santos: A Legacy in Watchmaking & Resale Value It all began when aviation pioneer Alberto Santos-Dumont needed a timepiece he could read while piloting his aircraft in 1904. Who did he call? His close friend Louis Cartier – who…
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak: What Buyers Look For It was April 1972. Designer Gérald Genta unveiled the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak at the Basel Watch Fair, and the Swiss watch industry was stunned. A stainless steel watch priced at 3,300 Swiss Francs…
Maximize Your Gold's Worth With XRF Testing Technology When you bring gold jewelry, coins, or scrap to sell, there’s likely one question that matters above all others: how much is my gold really worth? Gold has seen a massive boost in value and…
Gold vs Platinum - What's the Difference? It’s a common struggle collectors and investors have – how do you choose between gold and platinum? Both are precious metals, both offer long-term value… but when it comes down to buying, which one is…
What to Know About Selling Gold-Filled vs. Gold-Plated Jewelry Not all that glitters is solid gold… but that doesn't mean it's worthless! Here at Samuelson's Diamonds, we often work with clients to help them evaluate all types of gold jewelry…
When the economy feels shaky, safe-haven assets such as silver offer stability. But should you choose rounds or bars? It's a question we get regularly from our clients and during private consultations at Samuelson's Diamonds. And we get it! Both…
That inherited brooch tucked away in your jewelry box might be worth more than you think. But here’s a question you might be asking yourself: should you restore it before you sell it? It's a question we hear almost daily here at Samuelson's Diamonds…
When Hans Wilsdorf created the Oyster case in 1926, he didn't just make a waterproof watch. He may have upended the watchmaking industry. The Rolex Oyster Perpetual is the physical expression of everything Rolex represents: innovation, reliability…
