The Lee Read Blog and Happenings

Discover Your Perfect Fit Ring: The Ring Doctors CLIQ Event
May 22,2025

Discover Your Perfect Fit Ring: The Ring Doctors CLIQ Event

Are you tired of your favorite ring spinning or maybe you haven't worn your wedding ring in years simply because it doesn't fit over your knuckle anymore? These are common problems that a lot of people in the Treasure Valley go through. At Lee Read D..

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Fire and Ice Natural Diamonds and A.JAFFE Jewelry Show June 30th & July 1st
Apr 24,2025

Fire And Ice Natural Diamonds And A.JAFFE Jewelry Show June 30th & July 1st

Join us for our summer jewelry show featuring Fire and Ice Diamonds — The world’s most breathtaking natural diamond you will ever see, and an exquisite preview of the soon-to-launch A.JAFFE fashion jewelry line! For these 2 days only, see excepti..

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Lee Read Custom Design Event
Feb 27,2025

Lee Read Custom Design Event

Meet Celia! Born and raised in New York City, her stunning jewelry pieces have been featured in national TV commercials, movies, and television shows. Outside of jewelry, she is also an accomplished oil painter, specializing in portraits and landscap..

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Bands, Bands & More Bands Event
Jan 28,2025

Bands, Bands & More Bands Event

Join us here at Lee Read Diamonds in Meridian for our exclusive Bands, Bands & More Bands Event, featuring the radiant, celebrity-loved designs of Gabriel & Co...

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Holiday Jewelry Event At Lee Read Diamonds
Dec 11,2024

Holiday Jewelry Event At Lee Read Diamonds

Attend our private jewelry evening party featuring the new and expanded collections of Fire & Ice and A.JAFFE natural diamond jewelry. We have brought in the largest collection of loose natural diamonds, engagement rings, anniversary bands, and fashi..

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Choosing The Perfect Valentine's Day Jewelry For Your Woman
Dec 04,2024

Choosing The Perfect Valentine's Day Jewelry For Your Woman

Valentine's Day is coming up, and what better way to celebrate love than with natural diamonds? From timeless classics to modern trends, diamonds are a girl’s best friend...

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Gabriel & Co Fall Jewelry Event
Nov 09,2024

Gabriel & Co Fall Jewelry Event

Enjoy special pricing and a gift with purchase when you select a Gabriel & Co. piece! *Limited time only, while supplies last...

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Summer Jewelry Care: How to Protect Your Diamonds During Summer Activities
Jun 21,2024

Summer Jewelry Care: How To Protect Your Diamonds During Summer Activities

Summer is here, and it's time for fun in the sun, swimming, and outdoor activities. But while you're enjoying your summer, it's important to take care of your natural diamond jewelry...

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How to Style Diamond Jewelry for Summer Events
May 07,2024

How To Style Diamond Jewelry For Summer Events

As the summer temperature heats up, so do the invitations to weddings, parties, and vacations. This is the perfect opportunity to show off your exquisite natural diamond jewelry and make a sparkling statement...

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Lee Read Love Story: Daniel & Liliya
Mar 28,2024

Lee Read Love Story: Daniel & Liliya

At Lee Read Diamonds, we love sharing the wonderful love stories of local Idaho couples. From exciting proposals to heartfelt anniversary celebrations, these real stories are shared by real couples, each showing the love in our community...

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Discover Your Perfect Fit Ring: The Ring Doctors CLIQ-Event
Mar 26,2024

Discover Your Perfect Fit Ring: The Ring Doctors CLIQ-Event

Are you tired of your favorite ring spinning or maybe you haven't worn your wedding ring in years simply because it doesn't fit over your knuckle anymore? These are common problems that a lot of people in the Treasure Valley go through. At Lee Read D..

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Gabriel & Co. Valentine's Jewelry Show
Jan 25,2024

Gabriel & Co. Valentine's Jewelry Show

Mark your calendar to join Lee Read in-store for our Gabriel & Co. Valentine's Jewelry Show on Friday, February 9th, and Saturday, February 10th! We will have the new Gabriel & Co. spring jewelry collections of engagement rings, wedding bands, fashio..

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Diamonds In Bloom Jewelry Event
Jan 05,2024

Diamonds In Bloom Jewelry Event

Discover exceptional natural diamond jewelry pieces from Fire and Ice Natural Diamonds and the exquisitely handcrafted A.JAFFE Jewelry collection, including stunning engagement rings and wedding bands symbolizing love and commitment...

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Lee Read Diamonds Celebrates 60th Anniversary
Nov 29,2023

Lee Read Diamonds Celebrates 60th Anniversary

Join us in-store on Friday, December 8th, and Saturday, December 9th to celebrate our 60th anniversary! Discover the brilliance of Fire and Ice Natural Diamonds— the diamond that outshines all others and explore our expanded collection of handcraft..

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Natural Diamonds & Vacation Getaways – The Perfect Pairing!
Nov 12,2023

Natural Diamonds & Vacation Getaways – The Perfect Pairing!

Now is a great time to find that perfect natural diamond ring to get engaged with for Thanksgiving or find that extra special holiday gift for the ones you love. Make this a holiday season you will always remember...

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The Benefits of Investing in High-Quality Natural Diamond Jewelry
Sep 22,2023

The Benefits Of Investing In High-Quality Natural Diamond Jewelry

Natural diamonds have always held a special place in our hearts, symbolizing romance, and never-ending love. From their versatility, emotional significance, rarity, and long-lasting value, they offer more than meets the eye...

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Understanding White, Yellow, and Rose Gold: Which Color Suits You Best
Aug 24,2023

Understanding White, Yellow, And Rose Gold: Which Color Suits You Best

Struggling to select jewelry that complements your style perfectly? If you're uncertain about where to start, don’t worry, you're not alone. That’s why we're here to help! It's good to know that gold serves as the foundational element for your di..

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A Guide To Selecting The Perfect Fashion Jewelry For Any Occasion
Aug 02,2023

A Guide To Selecting The Perfect Fashion Jewelry For Any Occasion

Expressing your personal style and adding a touch of elegance to any occasion is effortlessly achieved with fashion jewelry, especially diamond pieces. Whether you're attending a wedding, celebrating a milestone like graduation, or simply going to a ..

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The Science of a Fire and Ice Natural Diamond: Setting the Highest Standard for Cut, Proportions, and Light Return
Jul 11,2023

The Science Of A Fire And Ice Natural Diamond: Setting The Highest Standard For Cut, Proportions, And Light Return

Fire and Ice natural diamonds are unlike any other diamond you have ever seen. Captivating with their unmatched radiance, these diamonds redefine the meaning of beauty and elegance, leaving a memorable impression on all who see them. From the very mo..

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Mom's Day Out Simon G. Jewelry Event May 12th & 13th
Apr 21,2023

Mom's Day Out Simon G. Jewelry Event May 12th & 13th

Mothers are some of the most special people in our lives. They nurture us, care for us, and love us unconditionally. Whether they're a pet mom or a human mom, they deserve to be celebrated and appreciated for everything they do, not just on Mother's ..

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Why Do Some of My Diamonds Glow?
Mar 27,2023

Why Do Some Of My Diamonds Glow?

At Lee Read Diamonds, we are frequently asked the question, "why do some of my diamonds glow when they are in black light?" This is a common occurrence when visiting a nail salon, or playing laser tag at Wahooz. It is completely natural for a diamond..

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5 Tips For Buying A Gift
Mar 26,2023

5 Tips For Buying A Gift

We hate to break it to you, but heart-shaped jewelry isn’t the only way to show you love her (unless that’s what she truly wants). Give her something that she will genuinely be excited to wear. Something that shows you care about her personality,..

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Why is Business so Good at Lee Read?
Mar 22,2023

Why Is Business So Good At Lee Read?

My response is that business is good; in fact, it is significantly better than last year. So, why would so many more couples be looking for diamond engagement rings now, and why are couples celebrating anniversaries, birthdays, and births of new babi..

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Love Will Find A Way
Mar 22,2023

Love Will Find A Way

As the owner of Lee Read Jewelers in Meridian Idaho, I am often asked how Covid has affected business. Frankly, after being forced to close for the entire month of April we had no idea what would happen when we reopened. With a protocol of Covid 19 p..

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5 Tips On How Much You Should Spend On A Diamond Engagement Ring
Mar 21,2023

5 Tips On How Much You Should Spend On A Diamond Engagement Ring

Falling in love and getting engaged is a wonderful thing. One of your first questions may be, "How much should I spend on her engagement ring?", and for good reason. Her engagement ring is one of the most important purchases you will ever make and yo..

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It's Not Hard To Tell Lab Grown From Natural Diamonds in 2023
Mar 21,2023

It's Not Hard To Tell Lab Grown From Natural Diamonds In 2023

In this article, we bring you the latest information regarding various types of diamonds. As trusted, locally owned and operated diamond experts serving Boise,..

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What Are Natural Diamonds And Why They Are Unique
Mar 21,2023

What Are Natural Diamonds And Why They Are Unique

So just what are Natural Diamonds? They're certainly more than small, expensive, shiny rocks. Their story started when the Earth was young, 1 to 3 billion years ago. But that is only the start of a great story. Most people don't know how the genuine ..

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The Advantages of Natural Diamonds Over Lab-Grown Diamonds
Mar 21,2023

The Advantages Of Natural Diamonds Over Lab-Grown Diamonds

Lab-grown (synthetic) diamonds may have the same molecular makeup and look precisely like natural diamonds (they can even look pristine and flawless, just like natural diamonds), but the similarities end there. In this article, we’ll discuss not on..

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What You May Not Know About Lab-Grown vs. Natural Diamonds
Mar 21,2023

What You May Not Know About Lab-Grown Vs. Natural Diamonds

A diamond is a naturally occurring substance made from carbon and is the hardest natural element in the world. Formed over 100 miles below the Earth’s surface, it is exposed to extreme heat and pressure (at 2,200oF at 725,000 PSI), and the carbon a..

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Does Your Ring Spin On Your Finger? The Ring Doctors Can Make It Fit Like New With Just A CLIQ!
Mar 21,2023

Does Your Ring Spin On Your Finger? The Ring Doctors Can Make It Fit Like New With Just A CLIQ!

The Ring Doctors are "The" ring sizing specialists. Rings are made to fit fingers, not knuckles. Traditional rings have a solid band of gold or platinum that has to fit over your knuckle first..

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10 Tips When Shopping For an Engagement Ring Together
Mar 21,2023

10 Tips When Shopping For An Engagement Ring Together

Shopping for your engagement ring as a couple should be interesting, fun, and memorable. Many men enjoy the process of learning more about what makes natural diamonds so rare and gain an understanding of why her engagement ring is so important to her..

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How To Keep A Diamond Ring Looking Like New
Mar 13,2023

How To Keep A Diamond Ring Looking Like New

Your diamond engagement ring is not just a piece of jewelry, it's a symbol of your love and commitment. But over time, it can start to lose its shine and sparkle due to everyday wear and tear. That's why it's important to take good care of your ring ..

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How to buy a diamond ring with little knowledge about diamonds
Mar 13,2023

How To Buy A Diamond Ring With Little Knowledge About Diamonds

A Canadian woman who lost her engagement ring while swimming in Howe Sound off Bowyer Island, British Columbia, is thanking a baby octopus for leading divers to the irreplaceable heirloom that had been in her fiancé's family since the 1940s. As the ..

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Here's what the 4Cs do and don't tell you about any diamond
Mar 13,2023

Here's What The 4Cs Do And Don't Tell You About Any Diamond

Occupying one of the most highly trafficked locations in the Janet Annenberg Hooker Hall of Geology, Gems, and Minerals in Washington, DC, is an obelisk-shaped aquamarine that is widely recognized as the masterwork of Bernd Munsteiner, an Idar-Oberst..

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Birthstone Feature: Check Out the Fascinating History of the Smithsonian’s ‘Chalk Emerald’
May 02,2017

Birthstone Feature: Check Out The Fascinating History Of The Smithsonian’s ‘Chalk Emerald’

The Chalk Emerald’s impressive clarity, color, size and regal lineage rank it among the world’s finest examples of May’s official birthstone...

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