Carl Blackburn News
Press Coverage
See below the press releases from C. Blackburn Jewelers (La Jolla) that have been published in leading media outlets like Fox News 5 San Diego, AP Newswire, and Bloomberg.
San Diego Jeweler Repurposes Your Old, Outdated Jewelry
Excerpt: C. Blackburn Jewelers has expanded its custom jewelry services to include heirloom redesign, a thoughtful process that transforms outdated or unworn jewelry into modern, wearable pieces that honor personal and family histories.
C. Blackburn Jewelers Offers Jewelry Recreation Service in La Jolla
Excerpt: C. Blackburn Jewelers, a trusted local jeweler and small business in La Jolla Cove, is empowering customers to replicate or duplicate lost or stolen treasures — such as engagement rings, wedding bands, or family heirlooms — with meticulously crafted pieces that either mirror the original design or feature a refreshed, modern twist.
2024 Jewelry Trends: Antique Diamond Cuts
Excerpt: With the 2024 wedding season in full swing, Carl Blackburn of C. Blackburn Jewelers in La Jolla is reporting increased interest in engagement rings set with antique cut diamonds.
San Diego Jewelry Designer Makes Custom Rings Affordable
Excerpt: “We are able to deliver a 100% custom-made engagement ring set with a 1.5 carat D, VVS Lab Grown diamond at a price range of only $3000 to $5000,” says Carl Blackburn.
Antique Jewelry is Popular at C. Blackburn Jewelers in La Jolla
Excerpt: San Diego estate jeweler, Carl Blackburn, says more customers are interested in buying fine antique jewelry set with diamonds and colored gemstones.
San Diego Jewelry Buyers Specializes in Signed Estate Jewelry
Excerpt: Many San Diego jewelry stores buy previously-owned jewelry as an added service. But there are only a few who are dedicated estate jewelers with decades of experience in buying and selling signed estate jewelry.
La Jolla Jewelry Designer Creates Vintage Style Rings
Excerpt: Carl Blackburn of C. Blackburn Jewelers in La Jolla has seen increased interest in vintage style engagement rings, cocktail rings, and eternity bands.
C. Blackburn Jewelers Specializes in Antique Jewelry Repair
Excerpt: C. Blackburn Jewelers in La Jolla is establishing itself as a go-to jeweler for people who require complicated jewelry restoration services involving vintage and antique jewelry.
San Diego Gold Buyer Reminds Public of High Gold Prices
Excerpt: Well-known San Diego gold buyer and estate jeweler Carl Blackburn is reminding San Diego residents that now is the time to get more cash for old gold jewelry.
Vintage Rolex Watches are In Demand in San Diego
Excerpt: Due to this increased demand, C. Blackburn Jewelers is encouraging San Diegans who have a Rolex watch to visit their estate jewelry store for a free market appraisal and cash offer — as now is one of the best time in years to sell an old Rolex.
C. Blackburn in Japan
American jewelry designer Carl Blackburn celebrated his tenth anniversary in Japan with a new jewelry collection that is earning him rave reviews from the Japanese public and the country’s fine jewelry retailers. Blackburn’s new jewelry was unveiled by Yoshidia’s president Tamura Munehito at their annual “D&D Collection” event, which was held in Tokyo’s Ebisu ward at the Westin Hotel Tokyo.
The event, like past years, was enthusiastically embraced by attendees, which included prominent clients from leading department stores near the capital, as well as high-end retail jewelers. This year’s tenth anniversary event featured classic designs from the past, as well as new introductions. A number of brand new designs by California jewelry designer Carl Blackburn were warmly welcomed for their “graceful craftsmanship”.
Blackburn said, “I am very thankful for the Japanese customers who love our designs and continue to buy our fine jewelry. This year we have brought some vintage styles, as well as some bespoke designs and a delicate antique line.”
