October’s Birthstone is Opal

October’s Birthstone is Opal. Many cultures have credited opal with supernatural origins and powers. Arabic legends say it falls from the heavens in flashes of lightning. The ancient Greeks believed opals gave their owners the gift of prophecy and guarded them...

Diamonds make the world a better place – In 2003 Alan served on the board of Jewelers of America as a part of the initial task force to form what is now known as the Kimberley Process. The Kimberley Process is designed to prevent conflict diamonds from entering the...
Take a look at our Holiday Dreams Book!!

Take a look at our Holiday Dreams Book!!

Our Holiday Dreams Books have arrived and just in time for Christmas!!! Included are some of our favorite styles and brands…but don’t worry, we have much more to choose from in store! Click below to preview our Dreams Book, then stop in so we can help you...
Caring for Pearl Jewelry

Caring for Pearl Jewelry

Routine inspections and cleanings at Julz by Alan Rodriguez will help assure that your pearl jewelry is in good condition.  During an inspection, our jeweler looks for broken or worn prongs, weak clasps and worn strands.  This is a complimentary service we offer.  If...

Keeping Jewelry Safe from Theft

Most burglaries happen in broad daylight.  Always keep doors and windows locked during the day.  Always take the time to place jewelry in a secure place, not in a dresser drawer, on a counter or in a public area.  Keep jewelry in unlikely places.  Jewelry boxes are an...

Antwerp Special – Buying Trip 2015

It takes two tons of earth to find one carat of diamonds.  It takes one trip to Antwerp, Belgium to find the perfect diamond for you!  Each Fall, Alan Rodriguez and his staff travel 4000 miles to bring you the most magnificent diamonds in the world.  This...