Seen Above: A custom engagement ring by Carl Blackburn, with a prong set center diamond and pavé set diamonds on the shoulders. If you are buying a diamond engagement ring in...

03 November, 2023

At C. Blackburn Jewelers of La Jolla, we deal with high quality gemstones every day: from large carat diamonds to precious colored gemstones like emeralds, rubies, and sapphires. When it...

03 November, 2023

Seen above: A previously-owned Cartier Love Ring fashioned in 750 (18K) white gold, purchased by Carl Blackburn. Few things indicate indicate the never ending nature of love like the circle. The...

27 October, 2023

Spinel was once known as the great imposter of gemstones. Before the rise of modern gemology, spinel was often mistaken for rubies and sapphires. One of the most famous spinels...

26 October, 2023

Precious opals have long been used by famous jewelers, such as Tiffany & Co. and Cartier. Louis Comfort Tiffany had a fascination with black opals (using them in brooches, necklaces,...

21 October, 2023

At one time a guide to men’s jewelry might have started with a look at fashionable watches and ended with a mention of cufflinks and perhaps a tie pin. Most...

19 October, 2023