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We have unique experience in buying, trading and selling estate jewellery. We have hundreds of previously owned items such as: diamond rings, gold coins, bracelets, earrings, pendants etc. Call or visit our store if there is a particular item you are looking for.
April 23, 2026
3.09ct. VVS1-K very good cut, lab-grown round brilliant cut diamond $500.00 CAD. 191-00212
The race to the bottom is on, and like every product of technology the price falls as efficiencies are implemented. Industrial scale factories can produce high quality lab-grown diamond crystals in only a few weeks. The rough crystals are then typically cut by low cost labor regions in India and China. After cutting they are distributed around the world to an eager market looking for big sparkle at a low price. Our latest estate item is this large 3.09 carat lab-grown diamond displaying a fantastic VVS1 clarity and a slightly warm (natural looking) K colour. The cut is very good with dimensions of 9.35mm x 5.70mm. Most lab-grown diamonds come with a laser etched girdle identifying their origin. Often these larger stones are accompanied by a lab report number, this diamond does not come with an engraved girdle or lab report. Without an engraved girdle there is no simple or reliable way to identify this diamond as a lab-grown. Without a lab-grown diamond screening machine, determining whether natural or lab-grown is an almost impossible call for any jeweller. Even a well trained Gemologist with experience can’t distinguish natural vs. lab-grown diamonds without accurate interpretation from information gathered using optical tools or an expensive screening machine. Large modern lab-grown diamonds are truly that convincing, but they are still only worth around 1% of what a natural costs. A natural diamond of this quality will run you closer to $50,000.00. It’s not hard to understand why lab-grown diamonds have been so popular over the past few years. This diamond is in perfect condition without even the slightest scuff. The estate nature of this one makes it less expensive compared to buying a new one. If you miss out on this one, we can supply another of the same size or bigger/better (VVS1-H) for around $1,100.00 USD. We don’t expect this one to last long at just $500.00 CAD. Stock #191-00212.
April 22, 2026
1987 Rolex Submariner 16800 $12,900.00 CAD. 505-00637
We have steady requests for any estate Rolex Submariner. Especially popular are models made exclusively from stainless steel. The versions with a date display are by far the most sought after by our customers. For those who have been asking, here is your chance to pick up a classic vintage Submariner.
This is the somewhat uncommon 16800 “transition” model that marked many significant upgrades over all previous Submariners. The 16800 introduced a sapphire crystal, quick-set calendar setting mechanism, high beat 28,800 cycle per hour movement (calibre 3035), improved water-resistance rating 50% higher than the previous generation, and a new one-way bezel timer.
The 16800 only stayed in production for around 10 years before being substituted by the stopgap 168000 that was offered for less than a year. Overall condition of this example is pretty decent. The 11 link Oyster bracelet shows some sag and a bit of stretch big but has a decades of life left in it.
The bezel and buckle are genuine Rolex service replacements. The original tritium dial and hands are in excellent condition and show just a hint of even parchment patina.
The watch is working great, keeping time, and comes with our complimentary one year warranty.
There are no original documents or packaging included with this watch. If you’ve been looking for a Submariner Date, this is a good opportunity to pick up a blue chip example that is always welcomed back on trade if you ever want to upgrade.
Running great with all functions operating perfectly. Including our one year warranty and travel case this watch is estate priced at $12,900.00 CAD. Stock #505-00637.
April 21, 2026
Mom & Dad charms/pendants, 0.7-0.8gr., 10 karat gold $105.00 CAD. each 436-00382 436-00383
It’s just around the corner, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day are coming up fast. These cute little pendant/charms can be worn on a necklace or bracelet. They can be attached to a key chain or just kept as treasured memento. Both are crafted from durable 10 karat yellow gold and weigh 0.81 grams (Dad) and 0.70 grams (Mom). They each measure around 18mm in height not including the connecting rings. Mom is brightly polished, and Dad has a sandblasted texture with bright cut edges. We don’t think either has been worn as the jump-rings have not been soldered shut and they don’t show any thin areas. Your choice for the estate price of $105.00 each. Stock #436-00382 (Dad) and 436-00383 (Mom).
April 20, 2026
1977 Omega Marine Chronometer 198.0082 **RARE**. $5,700.00 CAD. 510-00032
The Omega Marine Chronometer was, and is to this day one of the world’s most accurate watches despite the fact it’s 50 years old. Today you can buy some pretty inexpensive, incredibly precise quartz watches that get a signal from an orbiting satellite to stay synchronized. These watches are globally compromised as some locations on earth can’t receive these celestial signals.
The Omega Marine Chronometer doesn’t require any external influence to keep time within 1 second per month. It achieves this rate without the use of any thermal compensation circuitry. This level of accuracy is roughly 10 times better than a basic quartz watch. The remarkable ability to keep such accurate time is the amazing Omega calibre 1516.
The quartz crystal contained within this 13 jewel movement vibrates at an incredible frequency of 2,359,356 Hertz. Nearly all quartz watches rely in a frequency of just 32,768 Hertz. That automatic Rolex on your wrist runs at just 8 Hz. (no wonder it doesn’t keep great time). Back in the 1970s quartz technology was very expensive and no one knew exactly where this curious new space age technology was going. Some manufacturers virtually abandoned traditional mechanical watches in favor of this electronic science. Omega invested considerable money into quartz technology that today many luxury watch brands hardly use. Our example has two factory applied model numbers inside the case back of 198.0082 and 398.0832.
Not only did this watch hold the title of world’s most accurate watch for decades, it also was the first watch with a jumping time zone feature. This complication allows the changing of the hour hand without affecting the minutes or seconds; a useful feature for any world traveller.
It’s a chunky watch measuring 44.25mm X 32.5mm and 11.75mm thick. The slightly curved rectangular case is very comfortable and the bracelet links are quite flexible. If your wrist size is any larger then 8 inches we’ll have to source out and extra link or two.
Omega’s Marine Chronometer is a hugely important part of watchmaking history and this is only the second example we have ever been able to offer through our estate department. Even when we were Omega authorized agents in the 1970s we never sold a single example of this watch. This could be due to the fact it cost about 3 times the cost of most other Omega models.
We believe our example to be a one owner example that was originally purchased in Hong Kong. It was fully serviced by our master watchmaker in 2022. To our knowledge the case and bracelet are in original condition looking practically unworn, showing virtually no wear.
The watch comes with a period correct (not the original) vintage inner and outer box. Including a one year Bill Le Boeuf Jewellers warranty the watch is estate priced at $5,700.00 Canadian. Stock #510-00032.
April 19, 2026
Fancy yellow internally flawless natural diamond 1.01ct. radiant cut with GIA report. $5,000.00 CAD. 190-00209
It’s not uncommon for us to sell unusual, rare, and collector diamonds like this to American wholesale companies. That trade has come to an end as U.S. tariffs on incoming goods have made diamonds like this more expensive for American consumers. Okay Canada, here is your chance to pick up an exceptional, internally flawless, fancy yellow diamond for below its wholesale replacement value. This diamond has a lot going for it. Fancy yellow colour with no modifying brown hues, even colour distrubution, desirable shape, perfect clarity, GIA report, and amazing value. Most fancy yellow diamonds are cushion shaped as it tends to conserve more of the original weight compared to straight edged truncated corner radiant cut like this one.
It has been graded internally flawless, meaning there are no inclusions visible using 10 times magnification by The Gemological Institute of America. GIA are are the undisputed authority when it comes to all things gem and gemology. Their unbiased opinion of quality is the industry standard. Every important diamond should be accompanied by a GIA report. The full report can be seen online here. This diamond was graded by GIA over 20 years ago but was never assembled in a piece of jewellery. We’d love to custom design a unique ring or pendant for you to showcase this remarkable stone.
We currently have this stone advertised on the world’s most comprehensive wholesale database, but those pesky U.S. tariffs will likely limit this diamond from selling to an American customer. It is available for $5,000.00 CAD with no tariffs or duties; only applicable sales tax. We encourage anyone interested in this diamond to shop its credentials to determine our below wholesale claim is accurate. Dealer enquires are always welcomed. Estate price $5,000.00 CAD. Stock #191-00209.
