Jewelry Trade Shows: Miami Beach

Jewelry Trade Shows

It’s that time of year again for the Miami Beach Antique Jewelry & Watch Show.  This is one of Raymond Lee Jewelers’ favorite jewelry trade shows because it is right in our back yard.  Usually we have to travel by plane to various jewelry trade shows but since we are located in Boca Raton, Fl, it is only a 45 minute drive.

Like years past, it is located at the Miami Beach Convention Center.  There are hundreds of exhibitors from all over the world who are showcasing their antique jewelry and watches.  Common designer pieces at the show include David Webb, Cartier, Tiffany & Co, and Van Cleef & Arpels.  Some of the common pre owned luxury Swiss watches are Rolex, Bulova, and Movado.

The best thing about jewelry trade shows is the sheer size.  In one day clients can see thousands more pieces than in just one jewelry store.  In the same respect, it’s great for exhibitors because they are getting much more traffic.

Jewelry trade shows in Miami are always a great location because of the weather.  Since this is a mid October show the weather should be perfect.  It will provide for a great atmosphere and people will be more upbeat and willing to take a look around and maybe buy some pieces.

Another great thing about the Miami show is the price.  It’s only $15 for all three days: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.  Most shows I have been to in the past charge $15 for one day.  This discount in price should make room for more customers coming in.

We are anticipating a great show as the year starts to approach holiday season.  With almost certainty it should be better than last year as we are coming out of a recession.  We will see in a couple days exactly how it went.

If you can, come visit Raymond Lee Jewelers at the show at booth #2511.  We have a huge selection of estate pieces, designer pieces, and luxury Swiss watches.  And if you cannot make it all the way down to Miami be sure to visit us in Boca at our retail store.

by, Seth at Raymond Lee Jewelers

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The Las Vegas Antique Jewelry and Watch Show Review

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The Las Vegas Antique Jewelry and Watch Show took place June 3rd-6th 2010. Our company has been an exhibitor at this show for the past 6 years. Between May 26th and June 7th we visited or exhibited at four trade shows. They included World Wide Traders, International Watch and Jewelry Guild, Las Vegas Antique Jewelry and Watch Show (I.W.J.G. ) and JCK. Our overall opinion after visiting all shows is that business is moving in the right direction. The Antique Show that D.M.G. Media puts on is one of our favorite shows of the year. The buying is always good and the selling is always good. As usual, there were plenty of cash buyers in the room. More Indian and Asian buyers than anything. Next to no European buyers and virtually no Europeans buying watches. The big sellers at the show were large loose diamonds and nice signed jewelry. Jewelry from makers such as Tiffany, Cartier and Van Cleef are among the hottest this year. Large off color clean diamonds are still the easiest diamonds to move. All prices have firmed up. Overall business has picked up. There were a few minor complaints at the show, they included: AT&T products did not work inside the hall, all other cell phones did somehow. As soon as the show was over at 4, the at&t phones started working. The ac was broken for a few hours the last morning and was 100 degrees plus. We will see how this continues at the Hong Kong Show this month where we are exhibitors and IWJG in Chicago.

Be sure to visit this page to see all upcoming jewelry shows that Raymond Lee Jewelers will be attending.

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World Wide Traders Show Las Vegas Review

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Our Company just returned from a Las Vegas jewelry show trip that started on the 26th of May and ended on the 7th of June. During this time we exhibited or visited all of the major Las Vegas summer jewelry and watch shows. The Las Vegas World Wide Traders Show or Las Vegas wwt show was good, to say the least. There seems to be a very high demand for quality pre-owned watches. Hands down, there were way more buyers than sellers at this show. Not even close to enough product to meet demand. This World Wide Traders show took place at the Sahara Hotel. Not the nicest hotel but this keeps costs down. We thought the room was great. We did here a lot of people complaining about the level of lighting in the room. Overall we liked it and there was good action. There was quite a bit of vintage products for sale that did not get looked at. Overall, modern luxury watches were the number one seller. This show was a great kick off to all the Vegas shows. The only thing we could possibly comment on is the fact that there were two days between the World Wide Traders Show and I.W.J.G. It would be better if they were right after one another.

Be sure to check out this page for additional upcoming shows that Raymond Lee Jewelers will attend.

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How to liquidate a Jewelry or Watch Inventory

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Do you have a jewelry store that would like to liquidate some merchandise to free up much-needed cash? A lot of Cartier authorized dealers lost their accounts with Cartier in recent months. It seems Cartier is trying to reestablish themselves in the market place. There is a temporary negative effect though. All the dealers or most of the dealers who lost there accounts are liquidating whats left. Our company (established since 1983) buys liquidations such as these. If a company has left you with a ton of merchandise you can’t sell. Let Raymond Lee make you an offer on the deal. We pay on the spot. Currently Raymond Lee is interested in buy any size lot of any kind of merchandise. However, our firm is extremely aggressive to buy inventories of certain name brands. Companies such as Rolex, Cartier, Patek Philippe and many more watch brands. As well as many designer jewelry companies such as Roberto Coin, Zydo, David Yurman, Damiani and many more. Please call or email one of our professional buyers for more info. info@raymondleejewelers.net  800-329-4367. You can also find us at numerous jewelry shows around the country. Find more info on Raymond Lee Jewelers Events Page.  Our firm is set up to buy and sell merchandise at the jewelry shows around the country and various other countries.

Buying Diamonds, Watches and Jewelry

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We are buying particular items aggressively. Diamonds we are aggressively buying include: Bluffy stones over 3cts in all shapes. Imperfect and off color, off color and clean, and imperfect and white. We are also buying commercial quality fancy shapes in parcels in all sizes from .10cts and up (no princess or radiant in above). Most aggressive for rounds over 5cts in cape colors and vs+++. In watches we are actively seeking all Rolex models. Buying any and all modern Rolex watches and vintage sport model Rolex watches. High prices paid for vintage sport model Rolex watches with original warranty paperwork and Rolex Box’s. Actively seeking all makes and models of luxury watch brands. High prices paid for desirable gold models. Swiss companies in demand include but are not limited to, Patek Philippe, Ulysse Nardin, Hubot, Vacheron, Panerai, Frank Muller, Cartier and much more. Highest prices paid for modern signed jewelry. Companies such as Tiffany and Company, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Roberto Coin, David Yurman and many more. We pay more for designer jewelry still in the catalog. Fine 18kt jewelry with and without diamonds. We pay more for hand-made 18kt italian jewelry. Remember, when looking for the best price and fastest payment, look to Raymond Lee Jewelers. Call 561-750-7808 today for prices and instant payment.

IWJG NYC

IWJG NYC 4/26/10-4/27/10 is going to be a big one. Everyone from 47th street in New York will be coming out as well as all the overseas buyers. The International Watch and Jewelry Guild or I.W.J.G is home to some of the best watch and jewelry dealers in the world. Raymond Lee Jewelers will be set up at this show. We will be buying and selling luxury watches, jewelry and diamonds. Please come visit us in the Metropolitan Pavilion in Chelsea.