Wondering what it's like to work with La Jolla jewelry designer Carl Blackburn when creating a custom engagement ring or wedding band? Our customer Jess was kind enough to write...
Seen Above: Right Hand Ring Made by Carl Blackburn with Diamonds from a Divorced Client's Old Wedding Ring Press Release, April 2025 C. Blackburn Jewelers has expanded its custom jewelry services to...
Designed by Carl Blackburn, the custom-made Marquis diamond engagement ring above features pavé set diamonds in the intertwined band. Pavé set diamond rings epitomize the perfect blend of history, style, and...
Seen Above: A custom vine ring by San Diego jewelry designer Carl Blackburn, featuring a fancy brown diamond in the center.At C. Blackburn Jewelers, we love fancy brown diamond rings...
Seen Above: From C. Blackburn Jewelers (La Jolla): Custom Made Turquoise Drop Earrings with Micro-Pave Diamonds at the Post Turquoise jewelry has captivated humanity since ancient times, blending striking beauty with...
We recently restored an antique amethyst ring from the Victorian era. This reminded us that the amethyst gemstone is one we haven't discussed yet on our La Jolla jewelry blog....
Seen Above. From C. Blackburn Jewelers of La Jolla: A pink sapphire and diamond necklace featuring a pendant set with a Swiss Blue topaz cut as a "buff top," meaning...
At C. Blackburn Jewelers in La Jolla, we understand the heartache of losing a cherished piece of jewelry — whether it’s an engagement ring slipped off during a beach day...
A wide variety of old jewelry and gemstones (as seen above) can be repurposed into beautiful new jewelry. Every piece of jewelry tells a story — a story of love, family,...
Seen Above: A custom diamond engagement ring by C. Blackburn Jewelers, set with a 1.5 carat oval diamond. You have decided the time is right to ask the biggest question of...
Seen Above: A Doctor's Retirement Ring with Caduceus Symbol Designed by C. Blackburn Jewelers in La Jolla, CA Are you or a loved one planning for retirement? Celebrate this milestone with...
Seen Above: A custom-made Carl Blackburn Oak Pendant, handcrafted in white and yellow gold, set with diamonds and a ruby center. One of Carl Blackburn's most symbolic and mythological pieces of...
Scrollwork, as seen in the above Carl Blackburn custom jewelry, is often found in Renaissance era architecture. Renaissance architecture, which emerged in the 15th and 16th centuries, has had a lasting...
When most people think of gold, they imagine its classic, sunlit yellow hue — a symbol of wealth and beauty that has been revered for centuries. However, gold is much...
Black onyx jewelry has a rich and fascinating history that spans centuries. From ancient civilizations to modern fashion trends, this gemstone has captivated jewelry lovers around the world. With its...