Buying Guides & Articles:Jewelry & Watches

Drop $25,000 on Hermès' Cape Cod 1928 Watch, and you're likely to get more than jealous stares. In 25 years, the limited-edition timepiece with a rose gold face... Read more

Before you start diamond shopping, you want to have an understanding of what you're buying. This guide simplifies the four Cs of diamonds - cut, color, clarity, and... Read more

The classic engagement ring is composed of two parts, a diamond and a setting. For the best value, find the setting she'll love then devote the remainder of your budget... Read more

The first thing to consider when buying a watch is, what is its purpose? Will you use it to time your lap speed, your flying speed, or your lunch hour? The wide... Read more

You can measure ring size with our free ring sizer or a string and ruler. Either way, it's important that you get the right size ring when it's time to put it on her... Read more

Most pearls offered today are cultured pearls. A tiny bead is implanted in an oyster or mollusk, and it is gradually coated in layers of nacre. The nacre builds up for... Read more

Before you select a diamond, it's a good idea to invest a little time in understanding the fundamentals of diamond grading and certification. This guide simplifies the... Read more

Pure silver is relatively soft and easily damaged, so it is commonly combined with other metals to improve its durability. The most popular alloy is sterling silver,... Read more

Pure gold is too soft for everyday wear, so it is alloyed with other metals to give it strength and durability. Karatage, noted by a number followed by "k", indicates... Read more

The platinum jewelry at Blue Nile is made of fine quality jewelry grade platinum. It is our most popular metal choice for settings because of its cool white color,... Read more