June 12, 2025

2023 Hamilton Khaki Field “Murph” 38mm H70405730. $900.00 CAD. 501-00322.

Looking for a no nonsense basic timekeeping tool that gets the job done in classic style? The Hamilton Khaki Field models are your kind of watch. Large hands for instant time interpretation, big Arabic hour markers, and a minute track are characteristics you’ll find on almost every Khaki Field. Some are powered by very traditional hand wind movements and some are self winding like this one. Based on the old school ETA calibre 2824-2 from the 1970s but thoroughly tweaked by Hamilton’s watchmakers for modern performance. Dubbed the Hamilton C07.611, this movement features 25 lab-grown ruby jewels, shock protection, and a really long 80 hour power reserve that is partly achieved by its slower 21,600 cycles per hour rate. This workhorse movement is visible through the screwed  on display back. The antique appearance of this Khaki Field is reenforced by some truly antique style luminous hands that look like they came off a 1st World War trench watch. What makes this watch interesting is that it played a key roll in the 2014 Matthew McConaughey movie Interstellar, where it transcends the movie characters generations. There are few day to day consumer products that can do this as well as a wristwatch or piece of jewellery. A good Swiss watch can easily last 3-4 generations with only the occasional service requirement. The actual movie watch was a giant at 42mm diameter, but the more user friendly 38mm version (H70405730) like ours was introduced in late 2022. It wears larger than you’d expect as there is no thick bezel taking up valuable dial space. The lug to lug length is very manageable for even a thin wrist. This watch was purchased at Yorkdale Shopping Centre Toronto in the spring of 2023. The fully endorsed warranty will cover the next owner until April of 2028. It remains in perfect condition looking unworn. Even the tan leather backing of the strap is perfect. Great looking, classic design, with a fun Hollywood connection. This watch comes with all its original documentation and is estate priced at $900.00 CAD. Stock #501-00322.

June 11, 2025

1.20ct. VS2-F natural diamond with GIA report 2.6gr. 14kt. sz. 4 3/4. $5,970.00 CAD. 101-00623

People often ask us how much do lab-grown diamonds cost. Well that really depends on where you buy them. Despite what online sources and retail stores are selling them for, the truth is they only cost around 2% of what an equivalent natural diamond does (at a wholesale level). Just to give you idea of just now cheap lab-grown diamond are, we just did a search for a lab-grown diamond the same as our estate natural and found 9 examples the same or bigger and better for under $183.00 USD!!! This is our regular retail price plus shipping. They are so cheap they really have become a separate and distinct market from natural diamonds. It is thought that natural diamonds are between 1 to 3 billion years old and can take millions of years to form deep within the earth. The majority of modern lab-grown diamonds on the other hand are made in just a few days in factories in China and India. We are happy to show you both natural or lab-grown diamond options if you are thinking of buying, but our hearts will always hold a special place for the miracle of a natural diamond. Our latest estate natural diamond is this very good quality 1.20 carat pear shaped brilliant cut of very nice VS2-F quality. This ring is under a year old and is in like new condition. The GIA report was produced exactly one year ago to the day. The American made setting is thin and delicate made in finger size 4 1/2. It has a very fashionable skinny shank measuring just 1.8mm wide and contains 18 tiny round brilliant cut natural diamonds of SI-GH quality weighing a combined 0.15 carat. This ring can easily be sized up a few sizes if you have a more average sized finger. It will compliment any wedding/anniversary ring with a flat edge, no need to get an expensive custom made ring to match. While natural diamonds like this have seen pricing pressure in recent years they don’t appear to be going anywhere. Natural diamonds are very expensive to find and extract, new diamond mines are not coming on stream because of this. As long as there is demand for natural diamonds there are very good opportunities to purchase them for excellent values right now, especially if you consider an estate diamond. This high quality natural estate diamond ring is priced not much more than what many stores are selling lab-grown versions for. Bill Le Boeuf Jewellers always offers true value on everything we offer. This ring is a great example of that for the estate price of $5,970.00 CAD. Stock #101-00623.

18 karat Italian made drop earrings. $410.00 CAD. 211-00200

Elevate your jewelry collection with these exquisite Italian-crafted dangle earrings. In many parts of the world, especially across Asia, the Middle East, and parts of Europe, gold is deeply ingrained in cultural, religious, and economic traditions. In these cultures, a high value is placed on gold purity and lower karat gold, such as 10-karat (which contains only 41.7% pure gold), is often considered costume jewellery or not “real” gold at all. This cultural preference for higher karat gold isn’t just aesthetic – it’s about value, status, and authenticity. Lower karat gold simply doesn’t hold the same prestige, resale value, or spiritual meaning, and may not even be accepted by local jewellers or gold buyers. It is likely for these reasons that these Italian “fashion” earrings, featuring a graceful cascade of coloured glass stones from light purple, to light blue and then dark blue are crafted from luxurious Italian 18-karat yellow gold (75% pure gold content by weight) at 10.35 grams total weight including stones. They are secured by sturdy European backs with a large 5.7mm disc to distribute the spring pressure. Designed to captivate, the delicate dangle movement adds a touch of charm and fluidity, making them perfect for both daytime and evening wear. If these are a little much at 8.2 cm in total length, we could easily remove the bottom section and buy the left over gold to lower the overall cost. A striking example of timeless Italian craftsmanship combined with contemporary flair. Estate priced at $410.00 CAD. Stock #211-00200.

Sale Pending. G.B.

June 10, 2025

Tag Heuer 2000 Exclusive WN131J & Aquaracer WAF1416 pearl diamond dial/bezel $2,250 & $2,000. 520-00145 520-00144

These ladies Tag Heuer’s are almost the same but a little bit different. The 2000 Exclusive pictured on the left was the final evolution of the series before being replaced by the Aquaracer model that is still in production today. The 2000 Exclusive featured a more complicated bracelet link pattern containing an extra section. Likewise with the bezel, made from two individual components rather than just one as on the Aquaracer. According to our calipers the slightly older 2000 Exclusive measures a little larger at 28.5mm diameter compared to 27.0mm for the Aquaracer. Both watches are powered by a Swiss made quartz movement with calendar display and seconds hand. These ultra reliable movements usually run within a few seconds of dead accurate per month. Expect changing the silver oxide cell every couple of years for around $25.00 and perhaps a full overhaul every 20 years or so. They both feature 46 natural round brilliant cut diamonds of exceptional VVS-G (or better) quality, totaling over half a carat for each watch. 10 diamonds are set on the mother of pearl dials that are all unique and one of a kind, with the remaining 36 bead set on the one way timer bezels. These dials showcase a subtle rainbow of dispersion that shimmers across the face. We polished the newer Aquaracer’s case and bracelet to a mirror finish but left the 2000 Exclusive alone with its contrasting brushed and polished appearance. They are pretty much the same in technical specification, with the Aquaracer having a higher water-resistance rating and a diver’s bracelet extension under the locking buckle. Both watches are more than qualified for rugged use under any situation.  The slightly larger Exclusive model comes with its original box and documents. The warranty card has been filled out by hand with a clerical error for the serial number by someone from Tag Heuer’s parent company Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy (LVMH), the model number on the outer sleeve is for the correct watch, but again with a different serial number, no one is perfect. We are happy to report both watches are working great and keeping excellent time. They each come with our complimentary 1 year warranty. Estate priced at $2,250.00 (28.5mm 2000 Exclusive WN131J 520-00145) and $2,000.00 (27mm Aquaracer WAF1416 520-00144).

June 9, 2025

10.50 carat mystic topaz ring 10/14 karat gold, 4.4gr., size 6. $420.00 CAD. 206-00275

Mystic topaz was first introduced at the Hong Kong Jewellery Fair in 1998. Before it is crafted into the enchanted gemstone that it is, mystic topaz typically starts out as a natural colourless or very pale topaz. A modern technique called Chemical Vapor Disposition (CVD) is employed to apply a thin layer of titanium onto the surface of the gemstone’s pavilion, creating a unique rainbow-like dispersive effect. Our captivating 10.50 carat sky blue mystic topaz glistens with vibrant flashes of iridescent colour. Flickers of dark blue, magenta, deep purple, light teal and gold dance throughout the 14mm stone as light passes through the dazzling facets of the modified brilliant cut gemstone. Set in a decorative filigree 14-karat yellow gold setting with replacement 10-karat yellow gold shank, the ring currently measures a size 5.5 with room to adjust. A true visual delight, this alluring treasure is estate priced at $420.00 CAD. Stock #206-00275.

SOLD