Jewelers Circular Keystone articles from February 2002

Jewelers Circular Keystone archives from February 2002

Holiday report: No complaints!. (Up Front).(Christmas shopping season good)
February 1, 2002... Bracing for the worst, jewelers around the country were pleasantly surprised by Christmas season sales. Sales were late and lower-ticket compared with previous years, but Christmas was not canceled, as many feared it would be in the wake of war...

Kimberley Process passes control system. (Up Front).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... After a year of sometimes contentious deliberations, the 35 governments participating in the Kimberley Process agreed on a system to control conflict diamonds--but already some are slamming it as "too weak." The system will certify every...

JA does 'social review'. (Up Front).(Jewelers of America)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... As the trade reels from the controversies over conflict diamonds and terrorist ties to tanzanite, Jewelers of America (JA) has hired consulting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers to create a jewelry industry statement of social principles. The...

Rocket Jewelry Box Acquires Redbox Corp. (Up Front).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Rocket Jewelry Box Inc., Bronx, N.Y., has acquired Redbox Corp. of Los Angeles, a supplier specializing in diverse lines of packaging and stock and custom displays for both retailers and manufacturers. The four-generation Rocket Jewelry Box is...

N.Y. state fines underkaraters. (Up Front).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... Eighteen New York state retailers and two distributors were recently fined for gold underkarating, says New York state Attorney General Eliot Spitzer. The investigation centered on two Manhattan distributors--Alishaev Brothers and J and I...

JCK web site offers Lexis-Nexis. (Up Front).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Research powerhouse Lexis-Nexis, an Internet news service, and JCK magazine have joined forces to provide the jewelry industry with comprehensive global jewelry news coverage. Lexis-Nexis is free of charge and accessible to all viewers of the...

GS and EightStar sign R&D agreement. (Up Front).(American Gem Society, EightStar Diamond Co.)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The American Gem Society (AGS) has signed a deal with Richard von Sternberg, president of EightStar Diamond Company, for exclusive use of EightStar's technology to develop a cut grading system for fancy-shaped diamonds. "We strongly...

LVMH buys majority of Fendi. (Up Front).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... The LVMH Group is paying 295 million euros (US$259.2 million) for majority control of Fendi, the well-known Italian fashion house whose popular accessories include handbags and wristwatches. LVMH's majority ownership was effective at the...

Back to basics again. (Counterpoint).(managing inventory)(Brief Article)(Column)
February 1, 2002... A new year begins. The Christmas season is behind us. The industry has weathered a tumultuous year. Still, writing this column in November, I predict that the year-end numbers will again demonstrate that the real merchants produced increases in...

Mail sterilization 'enhances' gems. (Gem Notes).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... A system that the U.S. Postal Service will use to eliminate the threat of anthrax may produce color changes in gemstones. The technology, an electron-beam system from SureBeam Corp. of San Diego, Calif., "has been used to turn topaz from...

Stellar CZ. (Gem Notes).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... A new cubic zirconia? Quite possibly, according to David Atlas, gemologist and owner of D. Atlas & Co., Accredited Gem Appraisers, in downtown Philadelphia. Stellar Gem, located in Southern California, supplies this new CZ--which it calls the...

AGTA board members resign. (Gem Notes).(Arthur Groom)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Arthur Groom resigned on Nov. 30 from his position on the board of directors of the American Gem Trade Association as well as from the organization itself. The next day, Dec. 1, Nanette Forester did the same. For the past two years, Groom,...

C.E.L. renames gematrat emerald filler. (Gem Notes).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The name of the emerald filler known as Arthur Groom-Gematrat is being changed to ExCel. The name change came after the product's maker, Clarity Enhancement Laboratory (C.E.L.) in New York, improved it. Introduced in the United States in...

Tanzanite troubles. (Gem Notes).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Gem and jewelry associations have challenged a Wall Street Journal article linking tanzanite to the al Qaeda terrorist network. Meanwhile, a report on ABC's World News Tonight also alleged a terrorist connection to the gemstone. "One needs...

Market in brief. (Gem Notes).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Market in brief: (Gem Guide) Jan. 1, 2002...The gem industry saw a return to traditional gems as 2001 came to a close. Sapphire and tanzanite were reportedly top sellers, and advisors to The Guide reported increased demand for emerald. Dealers...

GIA to assess cut on reports. (Diamond Notes).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... They're not calling it a cut grade, but the Gemological Institute of America will add a cut "classification system" to reports this spring, officials say. "It's a big change, a huge leap forward for GIA, for the industry, and for consumer...

De beers testing 'Forevermark'. (Diamond Notes).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... De Beers is testing whether the Forevermark, the diamond-shaped emblem that caps its TV commercials, can be a brand. A new Web site--www.forevermark.com--is touting the mark to buyers around the world... everywhere but the United States, that...

Dealer indicted for grand larceny. (Diamond Notes).(Ariel Schonfeld )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... New York diamond dealer Ariel Schonfeld was recently indicted on charges of "memo fraud." Schonfeld was indicted on one count of grand larceny in the first degree, nine counts of grand larceny in the second degree, and one count of grand...

Diamond-Terrorism link disputed. (Diamond Notes).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Antwerp's Diamond High Council (HRD) says there is no "hard evidence" for claims by the Washington Post that local dealers are trading diamonds with Osama bin Laden's al Qaeda network. The Post, quoting European and American intelligence...

When you don't have to ask the price. (Diamond Notes).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Here's a diamond for you: Robb Report, a consumer magazine focused on the affluent lifestyle, showcased jewelry in its holiday 2001 "Ultimate Gift Guide." Featured on the cover was the Archduke Joseph, a 76.45-ct., D/Internally Flawless...

Gemchecker debuts diamond grading system. (Diamond Notes).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Gemchecker, an Australian manufacturer of gemological equipment, recently announced the introduction of its Diamond Grading System. (An announcement of the product last year was premature; only colored gemstone identification technology was...

Fashion trend: Familiarity, tradition mark. (Fashion Facets).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Forget fancy colors and rainbow hues: The hottest trend for spring has nothing to do with exotic origins. Instead, it's all about tradition and comfort--American patriotism and familiar precious gemstones. Designers who just last year were...

Denim and diamonds with heart. (Fashion Facets).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... More than 720 carats of diamonds were paired with denim and top-shelf celebrities at a charity gala for the G&P Foundation, which supports research on cancer treatments. The event, hosted by Denise Rich drew such names as vane Trump and Natalie...

New Zealand fashion befriends jewelry. (Fashion Facets).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... For its first Fashion Week, New Zealand fully embraced the idea of fine jewelry as an integral part of fashion. Central to the jewelry, meanwhile, was the country's native blue pearl. Eighteen designers created 30 unique pieces of jewelry...

Another fashion designer dabbles in jewelry. (Fashion Facets).(Ralph Lauren )(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 1, 2002... Fashion leader Ralph Lauren has launched a new collection of fine jewelry for spring. The line -- in 22k gold -- will complement his signature contemporary classic clothes. Lauren's branded jewelry was designed by jewelry newcomer Julie...

Men demand style. (Fashion Facets).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Nearly 66% of jewelers surveyed in a recent JCK Retail Panel survey carry a wider selection of men's wedding bands today than they did five years ago. Some 77% said they do so because men are requesting a better selection of bands. Jewelers...

New and noteworthy: Envelove. (Fashion Facets).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Just when it seems there is no way to reinvent the tradition of the locket, a wizard of a designer like Barry Potter comes along. The jeweler, of ROBA Design, Aventura, Fla., has created the "Envelove." The design, a small precious envelope...

Patek philippe opens new museum. (Watch World).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Patek Philippe has officially opened its own museum--housing more than 1,600 historic timepieces and a library devoted exclusively to horology--in Geneva, Switzerland. The idea of a museum was born in 1989, on the company's 150th anniversary....

WOSTEP seeks views on 800-Hour program. (Watch World).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The international watch industry--including schools, retailers, associations, Swiss watch firms, importers, and suppliers--has been surveyed about a proposed 800-hour training program that would create a new type of watch service professional....

Richemont names belmont chief of watch division. (Watch World).(Henry-John Belmont)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Richemont, the Swiss luxury goods group, has appointed Henry-John Belmont as chief executive of its watch division, which includes the luxury brands Jaeger-LeCoultre, Piaget, Baume & Mercier, IWC, Vacheron Constantin, A. Lange & Sohne, and...

Steel Patek Philippe sets world auction record. (Collector's Corner).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... A world record for a stainless-steel wristwatch was set on Nov. 11, 2001, at an auction held in Geneva, Switzerland, by Antiquorum, a leading horological auction house. The unique 1926 Patek Philippe watch with single-button chronograph,...

The power of partnerships: Increase your sales with a neighbor's help. (Business Report).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Partnering with local businesses that sell products complementary to your own--such as florists, restaurants, photographers, and clothing stores--could be an effective way to increase revenues. Yet more than 60% of jewelers recently surveyed by...

Upstairs stores. (Business Report).(jewelry industry survey on location)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... Do you operate a store on the second level of a building? According to a recent JCK Retail Panel survey, most jewelers (94%) don't. But those who do conduct business "upstairs" cite three major advantages: They feel safer, the rent is cheaper,...

10 ways to boost impulse buying without discounting. (Business Report).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... In a recent JCK survey, 40% of jewelers said they weren't "good" at encouraging customers to make impulse purchases. The 60% who claimed to be skilled at inspiring impulse purchases offered the following suggestions: * Show new merchandise...

Consumer spending rebounds after recessions. (Business Report).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... Research from the American Association of Advertising Agencies, New York, shows that consumer spending increases--sometimes dramatically--after recessions. Measuring from the recession's peak to its bottom, spending rose .84% after the...

Meet me at the show. (Business Report).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... Some 60% of jewelers who responded to a recent JCK Retail Panel survey said that during the past six months some of their suppliers had asked them to attend jewelry industry trade shows to see new product lines. Sixty-two percent of jewelers...

Check, please!. (Business Report).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Those government "refund" checks come in handy for paying bills, but $300-$600 won't go far toward the purchase of a "luxury" item, according to a recent JOK Retail Panel Survey. Just 17% of jewelers surveyed said they expected to get those...

S&P 500 may forecast Recession's end. (Business Report).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The Standard & Poor's 500 Stock Index is composed of leading and varied U.S. companies and industries and is generally seen as the standard measure of the U.S. market. It may also signal when the current recession is about to end, according to...

'Warm fuzzies' sell as good as they feel. (Business Report).(Americans staying home after September 11)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... In the wake of Sept. 11, many Americans have experienced a renewed sense of home, hearth, and community. Just prior to the Thanksgiving holiday, an article in Newsweek magazine reported several significant indicators of Americans' changing...

Three, two, one ... contact!. (Strategies for Selling).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... There are four phases to a successful sales presentation: initial contact, needs assessment, demonstration, and closing the sale and adding on. This process--the "Circle of the Sale"-- has no set beginning or end, and the customer--not the...

Lapis lazuli: Its royal blue color was a perfect contrast to the pure gold in King Tutankhamen's burial mask. (Jewel of the Month).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... It was called saphiros, the sapphire of the ancient Sumerians. Originating from the land of Persia, the gem was mined and traded among the conquerors of the world. Its royal blue color was a perfect contrast to the pure gold in King...

AGTA's spectrum award winners: Singing the blues for 2002.(American Gem Trade Association)
February 1, 2002... Color is king at the American Gem Trade Association's annual competition, which this year drew almost 500 entries and showcased some of the most creative designs in colored gemstone jewelry today. Singing the blues isn't so bad--if you're a...

All - American romance: Red, white, and blue are the colors of the season, as patriotism and nostalgia inform spring fashions.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Though concocted months prior to Sept. 11, fashions for spring and summer seem, somehow, appropriate for the era. A folksy kind of romance--part Summer of Love hippie-style and part modern Laura Ingalls--was the most popular theme presented by...

Coping with crisis: How you handle an unexpected crisis and trauma can "make or break" a company, experts say. Here, people who deal with trauma--and those who have been through it--offers tips on what to do when faced with the worst.
February 1, 2002... When asked what got his employees through the 1995 bombing in his city, Oklahoma City jeweler Gary Gordon has a simple answer: Meetings. In the weeks following the bombing, his store's employees held powwows every other day--mostly to just...

India one stop for jewellery, gemstones and diamonds.(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... Like a bird finally ready to leave the nest, the jewelry manufacturing industry in India has matured sufficiently to become one of the world's great jewelry centers, a one-stop destination for diamonds, gems arid finished jewelry. For a...

Inter Gold.(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... With a goal of being a company that services wholesalers at every step, from mines to market, Inter Gold has succeeded admirably well. Not only does it manufacture the kinds of rings, earring, pendants, necklaces and bracelets in both gold and...

B.V. Jewels.(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... "Better" is an important word at B. V. Jewels. It is what the B in its name stands for (the V is for value), and it is reflected in every aspect of the company. Take staff training, for example. For the company's 400 employees, training to...

Bapalal Keshavalal.(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... As a jewelry manufacturer, Bapalal Keshavlal has many enviable strengths. It has been in business since 1939, long enough to have customers whose families have been buying from the company for generations. Its longevity has given it the...

GJEPC.(Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... It is hard to overstate the pivotal role that the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council plays in India. Because its member companies regularly export ever larger amounts of goods each year, with about $8 billion worth being shipped annually,...

Gold Star.(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... When you examine Gold Star's track record of near-continuous explosive growth, you can readily tell that it is run by people who know what they are doing. When you hear Gold Star's mission statement, you get a clear idea about why it has...

Suresh brothers.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Since 1964 Suresh Brothers has been producing round, white, well-made diamonds for clients around the globe. Customers from such disparate markets as Europe, the Middle East, the United States, Japan and other locations in the Far East look...

Uni-Design Jewellery, Ltd.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Like the best companies in every corner of the globe, Uni-Design Jewellery, Ltd. adapts quickly to changes in the economic climate. When the American economy started sliding downward last year, it put new emphasis on the European market while...

When disaster strikes: The Sept. 11 terrorist attacks have pushed disaster planning to the forefront for many retail firms. Being prepared can make it easier to get back to business after the unexpected occurs.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Preparing for a disaster used to be something only large organizations did. That changed after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on the United States. Now even small retailers are looking for ways to protect their businesses in the event of an...

Destination: Your store? Jewelry sales could soar as the travel industry stalls. Here are some tips to tactfully market jewelry to consumers who are postponing travel for a while.(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... Fine jewelry and leisure travel are competitors in the quest for consumers' disposable income, and travel has the edge. If given an extra $10,000 of discretionary income, most consumers say they'd rather take a vacation than buy jewelry,...

Turbulent times: Watch brands are aggressively redefining their images and products to gain new U.S. markets or widen existing ones. (Watch Industry Update).(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... If one word defines the current state of the watch business, especially in the United States, it is "revitalization." Now, more than any time in recent years, mid- and luxury-priced brands are rejuvenating themselves with revamped products,...

Audemars piguet. (Watch Industry Update).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Audemars Piguet, a 126-year-old luxury brand, "lost 10 years here while we grew around the world," says Francois Henry Bennahmias, president of Audemars Piguet (US). "We publicized Royal Oak [its top-selling watch], but not the brand, and...

Breguet. (Watch Industry Update).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Breguet, the 226-year-old Swiss luxury watch firm bought by The Swatch Group in September 1999, is "after many years of immobility, returning quickly to its position as top brand among watches worldwide," said Group chairman Nicholas Hayek...

Bulova Corp. (Watch Industry Update).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Bulova Corp., owned and operated by the U.S.-based Loews Corp., marked its 125th birthday in 2000, but 2001 was the year worth celebrating. The company took control of foreign sales to expand business and create a single brand image worldwide....

Daniel Mink Switzerland. (Watch Industry Update).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Daniel Mink Switzerland has seen "vast improvement" since its 1998 acquisition by the Montreux Group, says U.S. president Mitchell Caplan. That includes product redesign, new displays and packaging, increased marketing (including co-op), and...

Ebel. (Watch Industry Update).(Ebel Fabrique S.A.)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Ebel began reinventing itself last year--its 90th anniversary--to recapture lost prestige, create a focused global brand image, and reach young affluent adults, particularly men. "2001 is the year of rebirth and renewal for Ebel," says...

Ikepod. (Watch Industry Update).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Ikepod, a seven-year-old Swiss luxury brand created by Swiss entrepreneur Oliver Ike and product designer Marc Newson, specializes in uniquely designed, limited-edition mechanical timepieces. Successful in 42 countries but little known in the...

Jaeger-LeCoultre. (Watch Industry Update).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Jaeger-LeCoultre, the 168-year-old Swiss luxury brand, was bought in mid-2000 by the Richemont Group. In 2001, the U.S. branch moved from Winchester, Va., to New York City. Sales and marketing staffs were revamped, and distribution trimmed to...

Junghans. (Watch Industry Update).(Junghans Uhren GmbH)(EganaGoldpfeil)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... Junghans, the 140-year-old German watchmaker that pioneered radio-controlled and solar technology in timepieces, has seen several changes. In summer 2000, it opened its first U.S. office, in New Jersey. In November 2000, Junghans was bought by...

Maurice Lacroix. (Watch Industry Update).(renovates facility in Switzerland)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Maurice Lacroix, the 26-year-old upscale Swiss brand now in 50 countries and 4,000 outlets, has invested millions to renovate its case production facility in Switzerland, increase production capacity (1999), and open a training center (2000)....

Seiko. (Watch Industry Update).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
February 1, 2002... Seiko, the 120-year-old mid-priced Japanese brand, has seen some important changes. On July 1, Tokyo-based Seiko Corp. transferred its watch business to Seiko Corp. of America's new parent, Seiko Watch Corp., which now produces Seiko watches...

Sector. (Watch Industry Update).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Sector, the Swiss sports watch, had its flagging U.S. business taken over in 2000 by Rabco Luxury Holding, a leading U.S. distributor of watches. Then in July 2001, Sector Group SA, in Neuchatel, Switzerland, was bought by The Opera Group, an...

Swiss Army Brands. (Watch Industry Update).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Swiss Army Brands has revamped its decade-old operations to re-energize its U.S. watch business and "get back on top" as a watch leader, says Sue Rechner, senior vice president of retail sales. The brand's Fall 2001 collection "relaunched" the...

A JCK exclusive: The lady of the rings.(Jasmine Watson, jewelry designer for 'Lord of the Rings' film trilogy)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The Lord of the Rings, the blockbuster $270 million film version of J.R.R. Tolkien's epic about hobbits, elves, wizards, and battles between good and evil, had a cast and crew of thousands--but only one jewelry designer. Her name is...

The good, the bad, and the Horological Eli Wallach's fascination with watches: Horology's artistry and craftsmanship have intrigued this great actor for half a century. (Heritage).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Maybe it was that watch won in a card game on a crowded troop ship heading home to America at the end of World War II. May be it was on a movie set in post-war Italy where a peddler sold him a watch from a worn suitcase. Or maybe it...

Trick XIX: Workstation exhaust system. (Bench Tricks).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Want to keep fumes, dust, and other waste generated by soldering, waxworking, and finishing away from yourself and your employees at the workbench? Jewelry designer and JA [R] Certified Master Bench Jeweler [TM] Robert Bruce Bielka, of Bielka...

The golf toggle collection bracelets. (Jewelry).
February 1, 2002... From the Golf Toggle collection, bracelets in solid sterling silver feature golf tees and golf ball accents. From top: Heavy cable-link bracelet retails for $150, large freshwater pearl bracelet retails for $144, and woven leather bracelet...

Shanks of traditional-style. (Jewelry).
February 1, 2002... Semi-finished shanks of traditional-style solitaires and wedding bands are available in 14k, 18k, and platinum in various sizes and widths. Call for pricing and availability.

Rings in 18k white gold. (Jewelry).
February 1, 2002... Rings in 18k white gold. From left: Ring with invisibly set princess and baguette diamonds totaling 8 cts. is keystone priced at $14,500; dome ring with 8 cts. princess-cut diamonds is keystone priced at $12,250; wave ring featuring 6 cts. of...

Lariat in 18k white gold. (Jewelry).
February 1, 2002... Lariat in 18k white gold features 12-mm to 13-mm Tahitian and white South Sea pearls and has a suggested retail price of $2,800.

Cufflinks in 18k yellow gold. (Jewelry).
February 1, 2002... Cufflinks in 18k yellow gold with yellow sapphires reversing to black enamel have a suggested re tail price of $2,180.

PuppyPaws jewelry. (Jewelry).
February 1, 2002... PuppyPaws jewelry is available in 14k white or yellow gold and features diamond and other precious gemstone accents. It can be made into pendants, earrings, pins, cufflinks, and tuxedo studs. PuppyPaws with gemstones range from $199 to $799...

American flag brooch accented. (Jewelry).
February 1, 2002... American flag brooch accented with red and blue enamel and clear crystals is retail priced at $85. For every pin sold, a portion of the profits will be donated to the American Red Cross relief fund. Krementz Essentials.

Men's ring. (Jewelry).
February 1, 2002... Men's ring in two-tone 14k gold with .29 ct. t.w. diamonds is retail priced at $1392. Also available with a variety of gemstones.

Heart-shaped puffed leaves. (Jewelry).
February 1, 2002... Heart-shaped puffed leaves in sterling silver are accented with Montana blue sapphires. The three-strand multi-cable chain necklace retails for $130 and the earrings for $150. BA.

Genuine agate cameo depicting. (Jewelry).
February 1, 2002... Genuine agate cameo depicting the Statue of Liberty is 18 mm x 13 mm and framed in 14k yellow gold. A 1-pt. diamond is mounted in the torch, and 'God Bless America" engraved on the back surface. Suggested retail for the cameo with 18-in, chain...

Earrings in 14k gold feature. (Jewelry).
February 1, 2002... Earrings in 14k gold feature a flower with .04 ct. t.w. diamonds and 5.5 cts. t.w. cone-shaped amethyst drops. Suggested retail price is $580.

A new line of 14k gold bangles. (Jewelry).
February 1, 2002... A new line of 14k gold bangles is available for babies and young children in a variety of designs with several finishes and textures including twisted, matte, and shiny. Pieces in the collection retail at $100 to $125 keystone. All are...

Guard rings shown. (Jewelry).
February 1, 2002... Guard rings shown in 14k yellow and white gold feature patriotic red, white, and blue patterns. All stones are genuine rubies, diamonds, and sapphires. A variety of styles and gem weights are available. Rings are also available in 18k yellow...

14k gold mother, child, and special occasion charm bracelet. (What's New Mother's Day Preview).
February 1, 2002... 14k gold mother, child, and special occasion charm bracelet has a suggested retail price of $2,405.