Originally introduced in 2006 alongside the legendary reference 5711, the Patek Philippe Nautilus Moon Phase ref. 5712 represents a step up in terms of mechanical complexity, and it features a micro-rotor movement that offers both a power reserve indicator and moonphase display. Unlike the time-and-date ref. 5711, which was discontinued at the end of 2021, the Moon Phase reference 5712 still remains in production today. However, Patek Philippe has produced this model in a handful of different executions throughout the years, and the value of Nautilus 5712 watches can range dramatically dependi ..read more

Congratulations, you’re ready to get engaged. A lifetime of marital bliss is on the horizon and the greatest chapter of your love story is about to begin. Now what?  For many couples, the first step toward decades of happiness involves one of the most important purchases they will ever make — an engagement ring.   Engagement rings as a tradition date back centuries. According to historians, ancient Romans wore rings made of materials like iron, flint, bronze, and bone, to signify their unions, or even to mark business deals. By 200 B.C.E., there is evidence of such rings crafted in g ..read more

Audemars Piguet is one of the world’s premier luxury watch manufacturers, and its signature Royal Oak collection is widely regarded as one of the true icons of horology. In addition to being a consistent favorite among professional athletes and celebrities, Audemars Piguet watches are also incredibly collectible, and it is not uncommon to see some examples trade hands for prices that are deep into the six-figure territory. Everyone is familiar with Audemars Piguet and has heard of the Royal Oak; however, to truly understand the nuances of the historic Swiss brand’s collection, you are going to ..read more

As Mother Nature wakes up, so do our wardrobes. It’s time to shed winter’s dark colors in favor of vibrant hues that mirror spring’s joyful attitude.  Spring is the season of pastels. Think: the colors of Easter eggs and flowers beginning to bloom across gardens and parks.  Your jewelry collection is the perfect outlet to express a lighter spring energy. While jewelry lovers are likely familiar with gemstones like emeralds, sapphires, and rubies, you may not know about the dreamy pastel gemstones that are an essential addition to your jewelry box. Kunzite is our top choice for a spri ..read more

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak is one of the true icons from the world of horology, and the classic "Jumbo" Extra Thin is the quintessential example of this fan-favorite model. With that in mind, Audemars Piguet has been producing the "Jumbo" in various different executions for more than half a century, and while all examples serve as instantly recognizable status symbols, some variations are extremely rare and can be worth small fortunes on the open market. As an integrated bracelet sports watch, the classic AP Royal Oak "Jumbo" is perfectly suited to being a person’s daily timekeeping compan ..read more

The 2024 awards season culminated in Hollywood’s biggest event of the year held Sunday night in Los Angeles: the 96th Academy Awards.  Continuing its awards season run, Jewels Aficionado followed up its sartorial wins at the Critics’ Choice Awards, Primetime Emmy Awards, Grammys, and SAG Awards with celebrity appearances at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party.  The Vanity Fair Party started in 1994 as an elite gathering of Hollywood’s most famous and powerful to celebrate post-Oscars awards ceremony. Now in its 30th year, the event has expanded to include a who’s who of the entertainment ind ..read more

Following appearances at the Critics Choice Awards, the Emmys, and the Grammys, Jewels Aficionado continued its 2024 awards season run at the 30th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards held Saturday night in Los Angeles and streamed live on Netflix.  Actors Matt Bomer, Sterling K. Brown, and David Furr all donned Jewels Aficionado brooches, emphasizing the men’s brooch trend is here to stay, and in fact, just getting started.  The SAG Awards are a major highlight of Hollywood awards season, which kicks off with the Golden Globes in January and culminates with the Academy Awards in March ..read more

When most people think of the Patek Philippe Nautilus, it’s typically the classic time-and-date version of the model that first comes to mind. Back in 1976, when legendary watch designer Gerald Genta first created the Nautilus, the only complication he included in its design was a date display. However, the Nautilus has since expanded into an entire collection of timepieces that offers a diverse assortment of complications, and sitting firmly on the complex side of the spectrum is the Patek Philippe Nautilus Travel Time Chronograph reference 5990, which pairs the brand’s signature dual-time co ..read more

Jewels Aficionado was in attendance at music’s biggest night of the year–the 2024 Grammys. Held Sunday night in Los Angeles, stars like Taylor Swift, Celine Dion, and Miley Cyrus were out in full force to celebrate the music industry’s biggest talents.  A few celebrities shined particularly brightly in their Jewels Aficionado jewelry.  Kicking off the festivities was Victoria Monét at the Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Gala. Legendary record producer Davis has been holding the event that takes place the night before the awards show since 1976. Nominated for an astonishing seven Gr ..read more

Symbolically, jewelry and love are inextricably linked. Engagement rings represent the promise of lifelong commitment, and wedding bands the solidifying of that promise through marriage. Jewelry serves as a physical marker of a couple’s anniversary, as well, marking the years they spend together.  Jewelry also symbolizes bonds beyond just romantic partnerships. Take friendship bracelets that mark some of our closest ties, or a necklace that a parent wears displaying their child’s name.   Due to the lasting qualities of precious metals and gemstones, fine jewelry is the perfect ..read more