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MARCO BICEGO LUNARIA
The all new Marco Bicego Lunaria line is now in our showcases at Morgan’s Jewelers Torrance. Don’t wait too long the line is new and will move fast.
CHRONOMAT 44 JET TEAM LIMITED EDITION
Breitling and Bentley unveiled the Bentley Continental GT Speed Breitling Jet Team Series at the Seattle Boeing Seafair Airshow. Owners of these bespoke Mulliner vehicles were presented keys to their seven cars in front of the seven jets by the matching jet pilot, and also received the corresponding Chronomat 44 Breitling Jet Team Limited…
WATCHES 101-PART V
MAINTENANCE Because of the complexity of the mechanisms, we recommend you have your fine timepiece serviced by an authorized agent, equipped with genuine replacement parts and trained by the watch manufacturer. At Morgan’s Jewelers, we have been an authorized watch repair center for over three generations. If you would like have your watch serviced or…
WATCHES 101-PART IV
INTERIOR FEATURES The following are the main interior parts of a watch: Movement The inner mechanism of a watch that keeps time and operates the watch’s functions. Caliber Used to denote the size of a movement usually measured in lignes (2.256 mm); also used by manufacturers as “names” for their movements Ebauche Literally the basic…
WATCHES 101-PART III
EXTERIOR FEATURES Crystal The transparent protective covering over a watch face made of sapphire, mineral crystal, glass or plastic. Dial The readable part of the watch, the face. Analog display The system of indicating time using hands and a dial. Numerical display The system of indicating time figures. Also called Digital Display. Anadigi display A…
WATCHES 101-PART II
WATCH FUNCTIONS With the strides made in watch techonology over the past century, wristwatches have developed a plethora of useful features and functions. When shopping for a watch, you should be aware of the various features and functions available in watches, as well as what types of features and functions you would like in the…
WATCHES 101-PART 1
ABOUT WATCHES Most inexpensive and medium-priced watches used mainly for timekeeping are electronic watches with quartz movements. Expensive, collectible watches valued more for their workmanship and aesthetic appeal than for simple timekeeping, often have purely mechanical movements and are powered by springs, even though mechanical movements are less accurate than more affordable quartz movements. The…
ALISA…THE ESSENCE OF ITALIAN CREATIVITY
The three words “Made in Italy” have long been synonymous with the finest ingredients and unparalleled creativity and craftsmanship. From clothing and accessories to food and wine, an Italian label is cachet and appeals to the most discriminating taste.The same is true for jewelry. Since 1995, Alisa® has been committed to producing at their…
A BIT ABOUT PEARLS
Pearls have fascinated civilizations for thousands of years. Although it is unknown when pearls were first discovered, civilizations in China, India, and the Middle East are among the first civilizations known to have cherished these rare treasures. Over time, pearls have continued to grow in popularity, and today, they are one of the most popular…
A LITTLE BIT ABOUT GOLD
Gold is the oldest precious metal known to humankind. Because of the metal’s luster and remarkable properties, gold has been crafted into the world’s most coveted and exquisite jewelry. Gold is the world’s most malleable (able to be pounded thin ) and ductile (able to be drawn to a fine wire) of all metals. In…
ROBERTO COIN FOR SUMMER
Roberto Coin 4 Ways to Complete Your Perfect Summer Looks Summertime is all about attending BBQ’s, pool parties, bonfires and going on summer vacations. It is undoubtedly a special time of year when you want to look your best with all the friends and family members you’ll be spending time with throughout the endless summer festivities.…
DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER-BUT KNOW WHAT YOU’RE BUYING VI
WHY PROPORTIONS MATTER While most people recognize the classic diamond as round gem, diamonds in fact come in an array of sparkling shapes. At Morgan’s Jewelers, we offer an unparalleled selection of diamonds in a wide variety of shapes. The image below details some of the most popular diamond shapes. To learn more about each…