Albert's Diamond Jewelers 2016 Holiday Magazine

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welcome The holiday season is upon us and as many of you know it’s our favorite time of the year here at Albert’s. Let us share with you that the year 2016 ushered in a new theme — “connection” — the connection that we have to the legacy we so cherish, one passed down for generations — the connection and value of time, how and with whom it is spent. The Albert’s Diamond Jewelers Magazine stands for something beyond the pages we produce. It represents connection, values, heritage, and a proud tradition of over 111 years. Through celebrations of marriage, birth, philanthropy, and the joys of life, we have upheld our commitment to excellence and dedication to you. With the world’s most exclusive selection of fine jewelry and timepieces all under one roof; the pages ahead will let you explore our vision of glamour, elegance, and luxury.

To continue providing you with the best experience possible, we offer a range of services such as: custom design, jewelry and watch cleaning, engraving, repair, appraisal, and estate buying. You have many choices when it comes to purchasing an exquisite piece of jewelry or timepiece from us. We continue to work on these things that set us apart from other jewelers and how to keep you coming back year after year. We recognize the importance of treating every one of you who walks through our door with the attention and warmth you so deserve.

Thank you for entrusting us to be your jeweler and for giving us the gift of connecting with you for over 111 years!

With heartfelt gratitude, Fred & Donna Halpern, Joshua & Ashley Halpern, Charles & Megan Halpern, and the incredible team at Albert’s

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One of the strongest trends in jewelry at the moment is stacking and layering. Wearing more than one or two rings, bracelets, or necklaces is a way of changing your look every day and experimenting with styles by mixing different colors, textures, metals, and finishes. Looks can range from classic to dazzling. David Yurman, one of the most enduring and beloved jewelry designers in America, has interpreted this phenomenon in his new Stax Gold collection.

WEARING MORE THAN ONE OR TWO RINGS, BRACELETS, OR NECKLACES IS A WAY OF CHANGING YOUR LOOK EVERY DAY AND EXPERIMENTING WITH STYLES BY MIXING DIFFERENT COLORS, TEXTURES, METALS, AND FINISHES.

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Multi-strand necklace in 18k gold, set with diamonds, from the Stax collection by David Yurman.

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Pendant in 18k gold with diamonds and cable motif, from the Stax collection by David Yurman.

Stax bracelets in 18k gold, with and without diamonds.

The rings and bracelets are made of 18k white, rose, or yellow gold, and reflect Yurman’s signature design elements, including cable, smooth, and angular faceted bands in burnished, matte or high-polish finishes, some of them set with brilliant white diamonds. Some Stax chain link rings in 18k rose, white and yellow gold, set with diamonds.

pieces give the illusion of being stacked or layered but are discreetly connected at the back. The collection also includes earrings, which can be adjusted in length, as well as chain necklaces that can be looped to create segments of different lengths.

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ALBERT’S

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3 Welcome

26 The Power of Omega

56 The Test of Time

6 Stax of David Yurman

28 Breitling Avenger Hurricane

60 Shinola’s New Legacy

30 Anniversary Milestones

66 The Tacori Legacy

34 The Many Shades of Michele

74 Diamond Care

36 A Call for Calm

76 An Engaging Idea

48 Bounty or Bust?

82 Moments Like This

20 William Henry

52 Mikimoto: Simple Beauty

22 A Man’s World of Jewelry

54 TAG Heuer Taps Its Archives

10 Albert’s Events 14 Albert’s MS Auction

16 David Yurman: Miss Chatelaine 18 Cartier: Drive Time

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Todd Tufts • Editor in Chief/Publisher/Creative Director Carol Besler • Editorial Director Christine Martinez • Associate Editor Lori Roberts • Associate Editor Vence Vida • Production Manager/Designer Kyle Boyer • Art Director Stephen Lewis • Assistant Copy Editor Larry Stuart • Designer Ron Saltiel/RSP Media • Select Jewelry Photography Prices are subject to change. Please contact the store for current pricing and availability.

Albert’s Diamond Jewelers Magazine is published by Tufts Communications, 600 Corporation Drive, Suite 106 • Pendleton, IN 46064 T: 765-819-2500 • E: todd@tuftscom.com • © 2016, Tufts Communications. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA. Cover image: CLÉ DE CARTIER 31mm, 18k pink gold case set with brilliant-cut diamonds, 18k pink gold bracelet

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The Artisan Handcrafted Bamboo Collection

John Hardy and Bamboo Collection are Registered Trademarks.

special moments

ALBERT'S

EVENTS Heroes Awards On August 27th, Albert’s proudly presented 15 local police officers and firefighters with the Hometown Heroes Award.

These brave men were all nominated by their Chief or Commander for going above and beyond the call of duty, and we were honored to present each of them with a special Seiko or Citizen timepiece and a certificate in recognition of their exceptional achievement. Thank you!

Valentine’s Day Weddings Fred and Donna Halpern were married on Valentine’s Day 1968, and they love to share their special day with other lovebirds.

This year, 16 couples started their happily ever after stories by exchanging their vows at a special ceremony hosted at the Schererville store on February 14th. Cheers to love!

MS Walk On September 18th, in an event very near and dear to our hearts,

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Team Albert’s participated in

Most Improved Student’s Day

the MS Walk at Wicker Park

On June 11th, one of our favorite days of the year, Albert’s presented

in Highland, IN. The money

over 50 students with the Most Improved Student Award. For over

raised at this walk supports life

20 years we’ve presented this award to hard-working students in

changing programs for people

our community, who have been nominated by their teachers or

like Donna Halpern and many

administrators. Each student received a special Fossil or Guess watch

others who are living with MS.

and certificate, to acknowledge their outstanding achievement.

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest Indiana’s 30th Annual Golf Classic The Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest Indiana hosted the 30th

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Annual Golf Classic at Briar Ridge Country Club and Albert’s had

This year, Albert’s partnered up with American Red Cross and

the honor of sponsoring this event. Local business and community

hosted their very first blood drive. Each blood donation can help

leaders gathered for a day of golf followed by cocktails and a

save up to three lives, thank you to everyone who participated! Your

reception dinner. Proceeds from the event, themed “Every Child

donation is truly appreciated by the blood recipients, their loved

is a Diamond in the Rough,” benefit the local youth served by the

ones and everyone at Albert’s Diamond Jewelers.

Boys & Girls Clubs.

13th Annual MS Auction Albert’s is proud to declare this year’s MS Auction our second best ever!

On October 9th, over

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Visitors Authority LeVian Red Carpet Event

to raise $193,000 for the National

On May 1rd, we rolled out the red carpet and welcomed renowned

Multiple Sclerosis

jewelry designer Leonardo Kashi once again, with his collection

Society. Bidders at

of one-of-a-kind, never before seen LeVian jewelry. Our guests

the live and silent

who joined us enjoyed a chocolate buffet, courtesy of Albanese

auctions had many different items to choose from, ranging from

Confectionery, while they shopped for delicious chocolate

jewelry and art, to sporting event tickets and vacations, with 100%

diamonds! Join us for our upcoming LeVian show on Sunday,

of the proceeds donated to finding a cure for MS. Thank you to

December 4th at our Schererville location.

everyone who participated!

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Thank you to everyone who helped make our 13th Annual MS Auction a success, with your help, we raised over $193,000! We are one step closer to a world free of MS.Â

a special thank you to our sponsors :

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TIME IS THE ESSENCE WE ARE MADE OF

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David Yurman’s new Chatelaine collection is a beautiful combination of simplicity and complexity. The Chatelaine collection exalts the stone. The central element of each piece is a finely cut colored gemstone that takes center stage as a solitaire gem. Each is cut in a fancy checkerboard, which places facets on the top of the gem for maximum light reflection and high color saturation. It is interpreted in a variety of gem colors, including citrine, blue topaz, amethyst, quartz, and peridot. The

The Chatelaine bracelet with a citrine and diamonds.

classic prong settings are set with diamonds, giving the piece a contemporary look and extra sparkle. This year the collection is reinvigorated with a new line of bracelets and earrings, particularly drop earrings, which play with shape and scale.

David Yurman interprets his iconic cable twist designs with a pop of color and a special cut to bring out the sparkle

Bracelet and earrings from the Chatelaine collection with checkerboard-cut blue topaz.

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Earrings from the David Yurman Chatelaine collection, with peridot and diamonds.

Pendant from the David Yurman Chatelaine collection, with blue topaz.

Earrings from the David Yurman Chatelaine collection, set with hematite, amethyst and lemon citrine.

Pendant from the David Yurman Chatelaine collection, with citrine.

Since its founding in New York in 1980 by former sculptor David Yurman, the company has become widely known as America’s leading fine jewelry and timepiece brand. His collections feature a range of signature gold and silver designs, as well as diamond, pearl, and gemstone jewelry. We are proud to carry a wide selection of David Yurman jewelry.

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DRIVE TIME Cartier drives home its iconic design codes with the Drive de Cartier, its new shaped men’s collection

Drive de Cartier small complication with a large date, retrograde second time zone and day/night indicator, with Caliber 1904-PS MC.

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Drive de Cartier flying tourbillon, with the manual wound Caliber 9452.

Drive de Cartier automatic, with house, minutes, small seconds and date window.

he cushion-shaped case of the Drive de Cartier is

and retrograde second time zone and day/night indicators, contains Caliber 1904

the latest interpretation of Cartier’s longstanding

MC. This model is particularly inspired by vintage automobile dashboards, with

tradition of shaped watches. The collection is

the guilloché meant to resemble a radiator grill.

defined by Cartier’s signature design codes: guilloché inner dial, railroad chapter ring, Roman numerals, highly defined proportions, and an element of fine watchmaking mechanics.

Aside from the unique cushion-shaped case, two outstanding features place the Drive de Cartier in the category of elegant dress watches: the slim tapered profile, or galbe as the French call it, gives it the appearance of an

This model is particularly inspired by vintage automobile dashboards, with the guillocheé meant to resemble a radiator grill.

ultra-slim watch, even though it is a standard 11.25 mm thick; and the guilloché center, which is uniquely repeated

In the regular automatic models, steel or 18k rose gold are paired with either

on the outside of the chapter ring.

white or grey dials. They contain the automatic Caliber 1904 MC with hours,

Drive de Cartier is a full collection, with seven references,

small seconds, and small date.

including two complications. The Fine Watchmaking version

The Drive de Cartier takes its place along with the Tank, Tortue, and Crash

is a flying tourbillon, with the manual wound Caliber 9452

in Cartier’s collection of signature shaped watches, blending tradition with

MC, finished according to the high standards of the Geneva

aesthetic and watchmaking innovation.

Seal hallmark. A small complication model, with large date

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When Matt Conable founded his custom pocketknife manufactory almost 20 years ago, he could not have foreseen the breadth of products that his company would eventually grow to make. But what he did know for certain was that quality, craftsmanship, and the use of exotic materials would be his guiding principles.

Today, the William Henry range of award-winning pocketknives has been artfully augmented by other exclusive handmade accessories, such as writing instruments, money clips, and, most recently, jewelry.

William Henry now resides in a 10,500-square-foot studio in McMinnville, Oregon, that feels more like an artisan’s workshop than a state-of-the art manufacturing facility. Conable modeled it after a custom knife shop, which is where he first honed his craft as a teen. Here, the components for the William Henry array of lifestyle products are fashioned by hand, employing the timehonored techniques developed by generations of master metalworkers and

Sterling silver bracelet with inset red topaz on braided rubber and stainless steel cord.

stone setters. There are 28 craftspeople at the Oregon studio alone, collectively realizing the company’s goal of “perfecting and personalizing luxury items.”

Every William Henry product is unique, thanks in part to the materials employed to create each piece and the exclusive attention required to achieve perfection. Fossilized dinosaur and woolly mammoth bone, iridescent seashells, meteorite, fossil coral, and exotic woods are used, as well as hand-forged metals incorporating Damascus, mokume-gane, and koftgari techniques rendered by some of the best artists in the world.

Bead bracelet with African turquoise and sterling silver.

Sterling silver bracelet inlaid with fossil mammoth tooth and diamond.

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A William Henry pocketknife takes more than 12 months to produce, comprising the work of more than 30 artisans and 800 individual operations, crafted to tolerances reserved for aerospace-level work, often measured at onetwelfth the width of a human hair. The final fit, finish, action, and sharpness of the blades are achieved by hand. There are currently ten knife collections within the range, each with a personality all its own. In addition, the company produces one-of-a-kind pieces upon request.

“QUALITY IS REALLY ABOUT BRINGING OUR BEST TO EACH TASK AND TO HOLDING OURSELVES ACCOUNTABLE TO THE HIGHEST STANDARD WE CAN MEASURE,”

— Matt Conable, founder of William Henry

The jewelry collection includes bracelets and necklaces in a variety of metals, with gemstones or other accents, exquisitely engraved and painstakingly assembled. Bracelets, for example, are crafted in sterling silver, gold, and steel, integrating bold combinations of onyx, dinosaur bone, and other decorative and often colorful counterpoints. Necklaces range from simple corded designs to woven chains, in sterling silver or gold, featuring intricate pendants and combinations of handcrafted beads. Original clasps

The Kestrel Rock Creek features a frame in hand carved sterling silver, inlaid with Box Elder burl wood.

The blade is hand-forged Raindrop damascus by Mike Norris; the one-hand button lock and thumb stud are set with citrines.

and locking mechanisms are a hallmark of the brand, demonstrating William Henry’s cutting-edge design capabilities and quest for flawless functionality.

“Every now and then, it is important to invest in objects that are personal and immediately useful, yet timeless in their appeal and relevance,” says Conable, whose products are favored by such highprofile individuals as actors, musicians, and even royalty. “These rare pieces are imbued with the character of their owners and become part of their living legacy. I’m proud that William Henry is a part of that.”

The Lancet Painted Canyon features a hand engraved bolster with 24k gold inlays by Robert Strosin, and a striking scale in desert ironwood. The blade is handforged Hornet’s Nest damascus steel by Mike Norris; the button lock and thumb stud are set with citrines.

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Triton Carbon Fiber Dogtag With Cross Pendant.

Triton RAW TAG - 18K white gold inlay & 22in. sterling silver chain.

Real men wear jewelry. They’re also free to wear pink, carry manbags (aka carryalls), and like playful, patterned socks. It’s a sign of the times.

Over the past 10 years, men have dramatically increased their expenses on jewelry, fashion, and personal grooming. According to The NPD Group, total sales of men’s accessories in the U.S. jumped 28.7 percent from 2012 to 2014, rising from $11.5 billion to $14.8 billion, with jewelry sales rising from $2.9 billion to $4.3 billion during that period.

Fortune describes men’s fashion as entering a renaissance, with top stores expanding their men’s sections, including luxury accessories. The New York Times Fashion & Style Section proclaims: “Jewelry for Men Is Back in

King Baby Sterling Silver Handcuff Bracelet.

Vogue.”

The most popular accessories on the runway for men in 2016 include beads, necklaces, and wristbands with bohemian flare, as well as sculptural brooches and pendant necklaces that add an air of polish to more austere styles. Band rings, with or without stones, and chain bracelets are also favorites. In fact, bracelets in particular are popular for men, with the growing trend to stack different types like chain, leather, and gem beads. Men are adding on to their look by layering pendants, crosses, and symbolic tags.

Triton 8MM Flat profile ring with innovative raw matte insert in rose 18K gold ring with step edge.

William Henry sodalite and silver bead bracelet, Beach Comber style.

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King Baby Sterling Silver Handcuffs Pendant.

The clear trend in men’s jewelry in the last several years when gold became very expensive was the use of alternative metals. From tungsten and stainless steel to titanium and other exotic alloys, alternative metals have become staples in men’s jewelry. Because they’re more affordable and easily mixed with materials like leather, rubber, wood, and enamel, there has been tremendous creativity in the category.

But with gold prices more attractive and stabilized now, men are gravitating to gold, especially in rings and with diamonds. Besides white diamonds, men are keen on black and brown diamonds, as well as gems like sapphire, garnet, black onyx, jasper, lapis, and tiger’s eye. Beyond traditionally manly stones, a broad range of gems like turquoise, coral, and mother-of-pearl is set in men’s jewelry.

Personalization is important to men, particularly in ways they can subtly express their personality. Cufflinks are a big part of that.

Color and whimsy are capturing the imagination of many French-cuff-

William Henry silver surfboard pendant necklace, Kaha style, with the Maori symbols for strength.

wearing gents, in an array of motifs, with enamel and gemstones, even with moving parts to play with.

Triton RAW TAG - 18K white gold inlay & 22in. sterling silver chain.

Legends Naga dragon head ring with ruby by John Hardy.

Classic chain signet ring with black jade by John Hardy.

Tacori Retro Classic Cushion Milgrain Cuff Links.

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Omega is revamping its new watch models with next-generation

technology solves this problem, allowing its new movements to pass

movements that surpass the industry standards for accuracy and

the Master Chronometer certification performance test. The test

reliability. The four new Omega watches here are among those that

is done by the Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology (METAS), a

represent the brand’s new generation of timepieces. All are fitted

measurement testing lab for various industries. The standards met

with new Co-Axial Master Chronometer movements. The Co-Axial

by the new Omega movements exceed the requirements of the

mechanical movement is engineered to reduce friction, resulting in

Swiss Chronometry lab, known as COSC, in that they are tested

greater efficiency because it reduces the need for constant lubrication

in six positions compared to five, requiring accuracy to within 0 to

— fluctuating levels of oil in a watch movement can affect the rate

+5 seconds per day, compared to -4/+6 for COSC. The movements

and, therefore, the accuracy of the movement. Omega’s Co-Axial

tested by METAS must also be magnetic-resistant to 15,000 gauss.

Seamaster Planet Ocean GMT Among the models with this new certification is the new Seamaster Planet Ocean GMT. It is fitted with the Co-Axial Master Chronometer Caliber 8906, with a silicon balance spring.

It also represents another first for the collection: a polished bi-color ceramic bezel in black and white. On the stainless steel case, the bi-directional rotating bezel separates night from day, with numerals and index in contrasting colors. The case is stainless steel and the strap is black leather with a rubber lining.

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Chronometer Chronograph The Speedmaster Moonphase Master Chronometer Chronograph is distinguished by one of watchmaking’s most realistic depictions of the moon. In fact, look at it through a microscope and you will see an astronaut’s footprint. The 368-component movement, Co-Axial Master Chronometer Caliber 9904, incorporates a moon phase complication which only needs adjusting after 10 years. The watch has a sun-brushed blue dial, ceramic bezel and stainless steel case.

Look at it through a microscope and you will see an astronaut’s footprint.

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The new Globemaster Annual Calendar contains the Co-Axial Master Chronometer Caliber 8922. The watch is notable for its unique placement of the months on the facets of the “pie-pan” style dial, indicated by a central hand with an instantaneous jump. Also unique is the fluted bezel — made of scratchproof tungsten carbide — a feature that is often seen on sports watches. Hour and minute hands are coated with Super-Luminova, along with the blued indexes.

The fluted bezel is made of scratchproof tungsten carbide a feature that is often seen on sports watches.

Constellation Small Seconds Co-Axial Master Chronometer Omega has also upgraded the movement in its iconic ladies’ line, the Constellation.

The Constellation Small Seconds CoAxial Master Chronometer, with Caliber 8704/8705, is among the first ladies’ timepieces to be tested to Omega’s new quality standards.

This is possible because it has a seconds hand, a rare function in a ladies’ mechanical watch. The case is 18k gold, and the dial is motherof-pearl with diamond hour markers and a date window at 6 o’clock. The bezel is set with diamonds.

The Constellation is among the first ladies’ timepieces to be tested to Omega’s new quality standards.

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AVENGER HURRICANE Big, lightweight and strong — the ultimate sports watch The Breitling Avenger Hurricane is purpose-built for extreme sports. Activities that involve speed, height, and physical exertion require highly specialized gear, including a tough timepiece. If you’re scaling the face of a mountain, surfing 30-foot waves, or white-water rafting, you need a watch that can take some abuse and remain reliable.

The 50 mm case of the Breitling Avenger Hurricane is huge by most standards, but also remarkably lightweight. It is made possible because of a proprietary polymer material called Breitlight, an ultra-light yet super-strong material that is antimagnetic, anti-allergenic, and has high thermal stability, so it can also withstand extremes of temperature. Planning to go ice-climbing? No problem. Breitlight is three-times lighter than titanium and 5.8-times lighter than steel, but also extremely hard, with exceptional resistance to scratches, traction, and corrosion. This makes it possible to have a large, highly readable dial, a thick crystal, and a bold design without adding a lot of weight.

The Avenger Hurricane houses a Breitling manufacture movement, the automatic Caliber B12, with chronograph functions and a 24-hour military-style time display. The stencil-style Arabic numerals of the 24-hour display are a prominent feature of the dial, giving the watch a professional military aesthetic. The movement is chronometer — certified

by COSC, the Swiss official chronometer testing institute, which guarantees a high standard of accuracy and reliability. It has a 70-hour power reserve, which is higher than the average of about 40-50 hours.

The Avenger Hurricane has all the hallmarks of a sports watch, including a thick, glareproof sapphire crystal, a large notched crown that is easy to grip, and high legibility — the hands and numerals are luminated in a yellow material that contrasts with the midnight-black case and dial. Breitling’s signature rotating bezel with rider tabs serves to memorize times. The waterproof strap combines a yellow rubber core and sides with a textile fiber exterior. The Avenger Hurricane is water resistant to 100 meters (330 feet).

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The Breitling Avenger Hurricane has a 50 mm case made of a special, ultra-light polymer material that is tougher than steel.

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Celebrating each year together with jewelry

There is no gift that can capture moments, milestones, and meanings in our lives quite like jewelry. For couples, the journey that began with the exchange of iconic wedding rings can be retold and celebrated with each passing year together in personal gifts of fine jewelry.

Davani 18k White Gold 1.97cttw Diamond Dangle Earrings. $5,499

The sky’s the limit when it comes to anniversary jewelry. It can be diamonds every year, your favorite color or birthstone, lustrous pearls, or classic gold and silver pieces. The choices are as unique as the couples making them. But there are precious gems and metals that have come to signify special anniversaries and might be a part of your perfect gift.

14k White Gold 5.93cttw Cushion Cut Diamond Eternity Band. $17,500

diamond

Diamond, which signifies forever, is the gemstone suggested for anniversaries number

10 and 60. The name is derived from the Latin diamas meaning unconquerable, and this gemstone has maintained its position throughout history as a perfect icon for everlasting love and marriage. Diamond is believed to inspire loyalty, romance, and a joyful life. Chosen by most first brides to seal the deal, diamond offers many ways to celebrate each year together — from studs and solitaire pendants to stackable bands and bracelets. Especially popular are two-stone diamond ring designs and three-stone

14k White Gold 5.38cttw Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band. $12,995

styles with white center and gemstone sides. The great thing about diamond is there are many colors to choose from, with yellow, champagne, and brown being especially popular right now.

sapphire Sapphire is suggested for anniversaries numbers 5 and 45. This gemstone has historically signified truth and promises, perfect sentiments for any marriage. Next to diamond, sapphire is a favorite wedding gem, inspiring sincerity, peace and joy.

The most popular anniversary gift in sapphire has been stackable bands. And the great thing about sapphire is that it comes in several colors, with blue, yellow and pink to choose from. Other iconic designs include bold sapphire rings and threestone styles with diamonds, as well as different earring treatments and bracelets, sometimes in ombré or mixed color patterns.

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18K White and Yellow Gold 8.85ct Oval Ruby center stone surrounded by .58cttw Diamonds. $17,250

Ruby symbolizes the power of attraction and long-lasting love. It is the top suggestion for anniversaries number 15 and 40. This fiery red gem — the color of the heart — has always been associated with deep love. Stackable bands set with ruby and white diamonds are popular, as are bold cocktail rings and three-stone styles. It doesn’t have to be a ring, though.

Drop earrings, ear climbers, and line bracelets set with ruby also make a statement of love.

Spark Creations 18k White Gold .84cttw Diamond and 1.15cttw Ruby Bangle $5,999

emerald

Emerald, which is suggested for anniversaries number 20 and 35, is upheld as a symbol of devotion, contentment, and undying love. The gem of enlightenment, emerald has a calming effect that clarifies insights. Emerald eternity bands have been the most popular anniversary gift, often set with fancy shapes and mixed with white diamonds. Other iconic designs include bold emerald rings

Davani 18k White and Yellow Gold Ring with 4.98ct Emerald Center Stone, surrounded .65ct Trapezoid Diamonds. See store for pricing.

and three-stone styles, as well as different earring treatments.

Pink Diamond 18k White Gold 1.45cttw Emerald and .85cttw Diamond Bangle. $9,999

Pink Diamond 18k White Gold 2.52ct Emerald Ring surrounded by 1.67cttw Diamonds. See store for pricing.

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Mikimoto 18K White Gold Akoya Pearl and Diamond Double Strand Necklace. $14,560

Mikimoto 18K White Gold Akoya A+ 7MM Pearl and .57cttw Diamond Earrings. $3,700

pearl

Pearls, which are suggested for anniversaries number 3 and 30, have a long history as a wedding gem, dating back to the early Hindus when

Honora Sterling Silver 10.5-11mm White Button Freshwater Cultured Pearl Cross Cuff Bracelet $239

Krishna gave his daughter a pearl on her wedding day. A symbol of romance and devotion, pearl’s love attraction was thought to be so strong that Cleopatra dissolved a pearl in wine and swallowed it to seduce Mark Antony. Pearls offer lots of options, from classic Akoya to bold South Sea to colorful, shapely freshwater varieties.

Popular gifts include long pearl strands and necklaces that mix pearls with chain and other gems, as well as bespoke designs in drop earrings and standout rings.

gold

Gold is suggested for anniversaries number 1 and 50. Embracing major milestones, from celebrating your first year to growing old together, gold

Roberto Coin Carnaby Street 18k Rose Gold Mother of Pearl and 1.27cttw Diamond Pendant $7,500

celebrates your solid bond. Gold is a transitional metal, symbolic of flexibility and a quest for perfection. There are many gift options in gold jewelry, from lockets and charms to monograms, classic chain necklaces, and bracelets.

For men, cuff links and accessories are

Roberto Coin Carnaby Street 18k Rose Gold Mother of Pearl and 1.27cttw Diamond Ring $7,500

also widely available in gold.

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THE MANY SHADES OF The Serein is a watch for many occasions

The Serein collection from Michele is gaining a huge fan base for its incredible versatility. The many options include diamonds for extra sparkle, a choice of strap and dial colors, as well as case sizes and materials. There is a watch for every occasion, and the Serein is affordable enough that it is possible to have more than one.

The classic Serein has an oval case encircled by Michele’s signature zig-zag setting of radiant diamonds. It contains a Swiss chronograph movement, the iconic red MW crown, and classic Roman numeral indexes.

The Serein 16 has the same oval case, also set with diamonds, but it is slightly smaller, at 36mm wide. It contains a Swiss movement with hour and minute functions. The mother-of-pearl dial, set with Roman numerals, blends classic elements with modern femininity.

The Serein 12 is also sized down, with a 28mm oval case. It has a Swiss movement with hour and minute functions as well as a small seconds subdial.

This polished version of the signature Serein is the perfect cocktail watch.

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Spark Creations 18k Rose and White Gold 6.17ct Cabochon Opal Pendant surrounded by .28cttw Diamonds. $4,649

Pantone’s 2016 color chart is dominated by neutral colors in calm blues and anchoring earth tones, punctuated by pops of color for a touch of glamour and vibrancy. The blue family leads the Pantone fall 2016 color chart, with tones including Riverside, a cool and calming hue with a subtle sophistication, and Airy Blue, which evokes a feeling of weightlessness. In fact, blue was a key color trend in designs spotted at the major spring-summer jewelry shows this year reflected in a rich palette of gems, including sapphire, aquamarine, zircon, paraiba tourmaline, topaz, kyanite, turquoise, lapis, opal, moonstone, and chalcedony. Designers are exploring ombré patterns in blues from light to dark, even blending into purple and green in the spectrum.

“If you look at this season’s entire palette, the idea of comforting blues coming to the top of the list again shows that people are still searching for reassurance,” explains Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. “The color blue is fundamentally important to the human eye as a stable icon of the balance in our universe. Even in an uncertain world, we remember that the blue skies represent constancy — they’ve never fallen!”

Classic Sharkskin gray and comforting Warm Taupe also make the list for fall 2016, described by Eiseman as “rock solid colors you can go back to and use with everything in your wardrobe.” Rose Quartz also makes an appearance, a color that was also named overall Color of the Year for 2016 (along with Serenity, a shade of light blue). Dusty Cedar is the fall-winter version of Rose Quartz, a shade that exudes a deeper warmth and complexity. In fact, blush tones of rose and peach will continue to capture attention, with gems like morganite the perfect gemstone expression of the color.

In the red family, the palette includes the Far East-inspired Aurora Red and an earthy russet called Potter’s Clay. For more exotic pops, Pantone’s top picks include

Spark Creations 18kt Rose Gold 3.68ct Cabochon Opal Ring surrounded by .42cttw Diamonds. $4,999

Bodacious, a versatile hot pinkish purple; Spicy Mustard, a zesty golden hue; and Lush Meadow, a bright botanical, emerald green.

Among the key design directions in color and gem use, expect to see more two-tone combinations, with the two-stone jewelry trend in play, like mixing blue and blush. There is also a strong tendency for modern mosaic mixes of gem types, colors, shapes, and sizes. With the growing popularity of mismatched earrings, there are lots of creative gemstone combinations. Finally, the desire for spectacular jewels that express pure drama call for statement jewelry, set with gems of exceptional brilliance, color, and craftsmanship.

Samuel Sylvio 18k White Gold 2.62ct Natural Oval Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Ring surrounded by 1.14cttw Diamonds. $48,850

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Airy Blue Spark Creations 18k White Gold 10.84ct Oval Blue Zircon surrounded by 2.70cttw Diamonds. $15,299

Find Airy Blue in aquamarine, topaz, turquoise, chalcedony, opal, jade, and moonstone.

Stanton Color 14k White Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Earrings. $1,899

Stanton Color 14k White Gold 1.80ct Oval Blue Zircon Pendant surrounded by .15cttw Diamonds. $1,199 (Chain Sold Separately)

Aurora Red

Stanton Color 14k Rose Gold 1.95ct Antique Cushion Cut Blue Zircon surrounded by .18cttw Diamonds. $1,649

Find Aurora Red in ruby, rubellite, topaz, fire opal, coral, carnelian, and jasper.

Kabana 14k Yellow Gold Multicolor Mother of Pearl Bracelet surrounded by .90cttw Diamonds. $12,375

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Kabana 14k Yellow Gold Red Spiny Oyster and Diamond Earrings. $3,199

The beauty of nature and the buzz of New York City come together in the work of Meira Tugendhaft

Supreme Jewelry 18k White and Rose Gold Cabochon Amethyst Pendant surrounded by .45cttw Diamonds. $8,250

Spark Creations 18k White Gold 3.96ct Oval Morganite Ring surrounded by 1.33cttw Round Pink Sapphires and .28cttw Round White Diamonds. $8,199

Find Bodacious in sapphire, amethyst, and jade.

Bodacious

Stanton Color 14k Rose Gold 3.79ct Oval Spice Zircon Pendant surrounded by .24cttw Diamonds. $2,295

Stanton Color 14k Rose Gold 4.09ct Oval Spice Zircon Ring Surrounded by .22cttw Diamonds. $2,675

Find Dusty Cedar in sapphire, tourmaline, opal, rhodochrosite, and pearl.

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Le Vian 18k Strawberry Gold 5.76ct Peach Morganite Ring surrounded by 1.24cttw Diamonds. $13,549

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Lush Meadow Find Lush Meadow in emerald, sapphire, tsavorite, demantoid, tourmaline, and malachite.

Tacori Onyx Envy Crescent Frame Pendant with Faceted Clear Quartz over Green Onyx. $1,300 (Chain not included) Stanton Color 18k White Gold 3ct Cushion Cut Mint Green Tourmaline surrounded by .25cttw Diamonds. $5,850

Find Potter’s Clay in zircon, citrine, quartz, sunstone, topaz, fire opal, carnelian, and jasper.

Honora Sterling Silver Agate 7-8mm Ringed Potato Fresh Water Cultured Pearl 36” Necklace. $149

Potter’s Clay

Honora Set of 3 Sterling Silver Agate 7-8mm Ringed Potato Fresh Water Cultured Pearl Stretch Bracelets. $99

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Supreme Jewelry 18k White Gold 3.95ct Tanzanite and 2.63cttw Diamond Ring. $22,500

Riverside Find Riverside in sapphire, topaz, zircon, and labradorite.

Spark Creations 18k White Gold 3.30cttw Sapphire and 1.54cttw Diamond Bracelet. $11,519

Sharkskin Gray Find Sharkskin Gray in diamond, moonstone, labradorite, and pearl.

Dove’s 18k Rose Gold 10.47ct Haute Hematite Pendant surrounded by .47cttw Diamonds. $2,199

Dove’s 18k Rose Gold 20.14ct Haute Hematite Ring surrounded by .40cttw Diamonds. $3,295

Dove’s 18k Rose Gold 17.72cttw Haute Hematite Earrings surrounded by .73cttw Diamonds. $3,799

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David Yurman Chatelaine Pave Bezel Enhancer with Champagne Citrine and Diamonds in 18K Gold Retail Price: $4,500

Spicy Mustard Find Spicy Mustard in sapphire, citrine, amber, beryl, fire opal, jasper, and pearl.

David Yurman Chatelaine Pave Bezel Statement Drop Earring with Champagne Citrine and Diamonds in 18K Gold Retail Price: $9,500

Find Warm Taupe in diamond, quartz, sunstone, agate, and pearl.

Tacori Color Medley Flourishing Gem Drop Earrings Retail Price: $460

Warm Taupe David Yurman Albion Ring with Smoky Quartz and Diamonds with 18K Gold Retail Price: $1,200

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Regular minimum monthly payments are required during the promotional (special terms) period. Interest will be charged to your account from the purchase date at the APR for Purchases if the purchase balance is not paid in full within the promotional period. For newly opened accounts, the APR for Purchases is 28.99%. This APR may vary with the market based on the U.S. Prime Rate and is given as of 9/1/2015. If you are charged interest in any billing cycle, the minimum interest charge will be $1.00. **The Wells Fargo Jewelry Advantage ® credit card is issued by Wells Fargo Financial National Bank. See store for more details.

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how to put a value on estate jewelry Have you recently opened up your sock drawer and pulled out your old jewelry box to ponder the value of the treasures inside? Rings so old that you don’t remember seeing them before, brooches you haven’t worn for decades. How do you know what you have? Is it a king’s ransom, or should

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it go to the rummage sale at the community center? Here are a few tips to help you determine whether your jewelry has resale value or whether the jewelry you are considering purchasing from an auction or the estate department of your local jewelry store is valuable.

boxes While it isn’t a guarantee of high value, a box with a signature is a good sign. If a bracelet given to you by your aunt is in a box signed Cartier, maybe it is from Cartier, but it also may be that your aunt had the box and wanted to protect the bracelet.

If it isn’t Cartier, it still might be of value.

Take it to your jeweler for an appraisal.

signatures There is a strong demand for jewels by certain makers. Cartier, Tiffany, Van

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Cleef & Arpels, Harry Winston, and Graff are among them. Antique jewelry signed

by Fabergé, Castellani, and Giuliano are also important. You can usually see a signature with a simple 10-power loupe. Cartier, Graff, and Winston usually use their names, Tiffany usually uses the name or “T & Co”, and Van Cleef uses “VCA.” Fabergé is signed with the name Fabergé in Cyrillic.

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18k White Gold Gregg Ruth Pastel Sapphire and Diamond Earrings

Albert’s Estate Collection Handmade Pearl Necklace featuring a 39.54ct Aquamarine and 1.80ctt

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City or country stamps are also often present, particularly on

Many of us have costume jewelry, but how can you tell what is

European jewels. An English hallmark should have four or five

precious and what is just pretty? Real gems in precious metal will

elements indicating the maker, the metal karat value, the city where

usually have an open back behind the gems. Most costume jewels will

it was tested, and the year. These stamps are guides for origins and

have a closed back. Look for wear. Is the gold worn down to a white

the age of jewels.

metal, brass, or copper? This suggests gold plating. Pearls that feel

lightweight, or feel very smooth when gently rubbed together, might

condition

be imitations.

In buying or selling, condition is very important. If there is damage

or signs of a repair, it may have an effect on the value. Simple resizing

popular jewels

of a ring or replacing the tips on a setting will have little effect on

Certain styles of jewels are in high demand, and something out

value, but some repairs are cause for concern. The presence of soft

of fashion is hard to sell. Brooches are also unpopular, with certain

solder, for example, indicates a repair that is likely not strong and

exceptions. We just don’t see people wearing brooches, so they don’t

almost impossible to reverse. Soft solder is a lead-based material that

sell well. Earrings and rings are good sellers, on average. Large size jewels

usually has a grey color.

that make a big show are also popular right now.

If a jewel is bent, dented, or cracked, it often can’t be fixed.

Diamonds are a perpetual good seller, and the bigger, the better.

Hollow jewels with dents or bent chains can rarely be repaired and

Similarly, rubies and blue sapphires are always popular and always in

should be avoided if buying.

style, particularly vintage gems of good size, because they might pre-

These days, laser welding has revolutionized jewelry repair and

date enhancements that are common these days.

restoration, and work can be done with virtually any gem left in place

without fear of damage. Laser repairs are detectable, but very subtle.

styles

Some jewels have been repurposed. A ring may have been turned

Some jewels are easy to sell. The geometric style of 1920s Art

into a brooch, for example, and this can be detected if the back of

Deco jewelry remains a popular seller. Ornate jewels of the late

the brooch is curved, as if it were made originally to fit on a finger.

Victorian period are also in demand and, like Art Deco, aren’t being

That alteration may make it harder to sell because it’s been changed

made these days, so they provide an opportunity to own something

from its original function.

you can’t get everywhere.

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Mikimoto the simple beauty of pearls and diamonds

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century ago, Mikimoto established its first black cultured pearl farm on Okinawa Island. Since

then, the brand remains the authority in the highest quality black South Sea cultured pearl. It was Kokichi Mikimoto, with a wish to “adorn the necks of all women of the world with pearls” and the

scientific mind to develop a technique for cultivating them, who changed history. He made the coveted gem available to fashionable women everywhere, and his technique, first discovered in 1893, is still in use today.

Innovation is always at the heart of Mikimoto, as rare stones and precious metals — and, of course, pearls — combine to create contemporary classics. Mikimoto’s earrings, rings, bracelets, and necklaces incorporate Akoya, as well as natural black, white, golden, multi-color, or baroque South Sea cultured pearls, offering a varied palette. Classic to contemporary, everyday essentials to evening or bridal wear, each piece is a flawless example of the company’s design aesthetic. Eighteen-karat white, yellow, and rose gold or platinum are used exclusively for clasps and other adornments, while the finest silk thread strings the strands.

11mm white South Sea cultured pearl Embrace earrings with 0.32ct diamonds, set in 18k white gold.

Four-row bracelet with 8.5mm Akoya cultured pearls and 0.49ct diamonds, set in 18k white gold. $18,500

0.35ct diamond enhancer set in 18K white gold. $3,400

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13mm white South Sea cultured pearl pendant with 0.70ct diamonds, set in 18k white gold.

11mm white South Sea cultured pearl earrings with 1.16ct diamonds, set in 18k white gold.

18� strand with 10.9x10mm multi-colored black South Sea cultured pearls and an 18k white gold clasp.

Mikimoto combines its legendary cultured pearls with sparkling diamonds for jewelry that is classic, contemporary, and fabulous. Innovation is at the heart of Mikimoto, a cultured pearl company that has embraced the use of gemstones and diamonds mixed with pearls to create contemporary classics that are designed around the company’s pearls. Here are some new designs from the master of cultured pearls.

Innovation is always at the heart of Mikimoto, as rare stones, precious metals, and, of course, pearls combine to create contemporary classics.

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Heuer is one of Switzerland’s heritage watch brands and, as such, has the advantage of appealing to its archives for design

inspiration. The company applies modern technology and materials to beloved historic sports models, and the results are first-rate.

The Heuer Monza Chronograph is an updated version of an icon that celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. The Monza was originally issued in 1976 to celebrate Niki Lauda’s first world championship title with Ferrari. The anniversary version focuses on the watch’s two key functions — the pulsometer and the tachymeter scale — with the original font and black and white hands.

New are the titanium case, which makes it lighter and more shock resistant, and the Super-LumiNova (which wasn’t invented until 1993).

Also iconic for the brand is the Carrera Heuer-01, TAG Heuer’s signature chronograph model. It contains the new in-house movement, Caliber HEUER-01, based on the 1887 caliber, and a new modular case design with 12 elements that enable multiple combinations of materials and colors. Those options include a rubber, titanium, or steel bracelet, as well as an option that includes ceramic and rubber — the case bezel, lugs and case middle are made from black ceramic to minimize signs of wear.

It is fitted with a textured rubber strap.

The latest version of TAG Heuer’s hugely successful Carrera Connected Watch has also been created with the brand’s heritage in mind. The watch takes the shape of a mechanical TAG Carrera, with a 46 mm case made of titanium. However, it is an Android Powered smartwatch, with a crown that acts as the control center. The watch features three different TAG Heuer faces — a chronograph, a three hand, and a GMT. The chronograph works by tapping the screen once to start and stop, and twice for resetting. The black rubber strap can

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be swapped for one in a choice of different colors — red, blue, white, green, yellow, or orange. The watch has a 1 GB main memory and 4 GB of storage. It has 25 hours of battery life. One of the great things about the TAG Heuer Connected watch — and something that makes The Heuer Monza Chronograph from TAG Heuer celebrates the 40th anniversary of the iconic model.

it unique among smartwatches — is that an owner may trade it in to a TAG retailer and, for an additional $1,500, receive a mechanical Carrera in its place after a two-year period.

The iconic Carrera Heuer-01.

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Classic design never goes out of style. These everyday watches will look as fresh years from now as they do today, and that is because they are designed to stand the test of time. But classic does not always mean conservative or boring. Contemporary classic designs can be chic and interesting without being too over-the-edge. Every watch wardrobe should contain at least one classic timepiece that can be worn every day, with any outfit.

There are certain elements you should look for in an everyday watch. Diamonds should be positioned as accents only — as markers on the dial or set around the bezel, rather than as full pavé, as in a jewelry watch. Roman numerals or subtle indexes are perfect. The classic day watch should also be of the highest quality, sturdy enough to take daily wear and to remain scratch-free and fully functional for most occasions. The strap or bracelet should be functional and durable. Each of the classic watches featured here represents the highest standard in timepiece manufacturing.

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Movado Museum Sapphire

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This watch is the epitome of modern classic, with a mother-of-pearl dial, diamond indexes — including a double diamond marker at 12 o’clock — and a sparkling diamond bezel. The 12 diamonds on the dial total 0.10ct, and the 56 diamonds on the bezel weigh 0.55ct. The watch features faceted and polished hour and minute hands, and a stainless steel case and bracelet.

It contains the Sellita Caliber SW1000 automatic, with hours, minutes, seconds, and date functions. It has a 40-hour power reserve and is water resistant to 100 meters.

Movado’s Sapphire model with diamonds is sized for comfort, with a 28mm wide stainless steel case set with 36 accent diamonds, including 11 diamond markers on the dial and diamonds set into the bracelet attachments, for a total of 0.183 carat. The round silver mirrored dial features a silver toned dot at 12 o’clock, the signature element of Movado’s Museum collection. It is fitted with a pyramidstyle steel link bracelet with a butterfly clasp.

Breitling Galactic 36 Automatic Breitling has created a model blending the legendary sports watch elements of its core collection with an ultra-feminine design inspired by the world of luxury aviation. The mechanical movement of the sporty, versatile, and refined Galactic 36 Automatic is housed in a generous steel case. The bezel displays the signature Breitling numerals engraved on a polished or satin-brushed background. The dial is available in six colors, and the strap is a choice of leather, crocodile leather, lizard skin, or a steel bracelet.

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TAG Heuer Link Caliber 16 Like many TAG Heuer watches, the Link is a sports watch, but it is a sleek dress/sports watch, with tone-on-tone grey dial and chronograph totalizer subdials. The only color is the red tip of the central chronograph seconds hand.

It contains an automatic chronograph movement, the Caliber 16, with a 42hour power reserve. The 43mm case and bracelet are made of polished and fine-brushed stainless steel. The fixed bezel has a tachymeter scale.

Frederique Constant Manufacture Worldtimer Fully conceived, developed, produced, assembled, adjusted and encased in our workshops in Planles-Ouates, Switzerland, the manufacturing process of the Manufacture Collection timepieces requires extensive work, and is done —mostly by hand- for the pure pleasure of the connoisseurs of high quality watchmaking. Stainless steel case, diameter of 42mm with Convex sapphire and 2-O-Rings crown, height 12.1mm.

Water-resistant to 5 ATM.

Rotonde de Cartier Annual Calendar Watch 40 mm, 18K white gold, leather. Imbued with the spirit of a Creator of Fine Watchmaking, the Cartier Manufacture never stops reinventing the traditional functions. This has been confirmed once again in the design of the 9908 MC Annual Calendar movement. This caliber has been entirely conceived and produced by Cartier development teams in order to incorporate the most important operating characteristics of an annual calendar: readability and functionality.

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hanks to its long history in watchmaking, the U.S. is fertile ground for a new generation of watch companies, and Shinola stepped up to

the challenge just a few years ago. Most compellingly, the company turned 30,000 square feet of space in the former Argonaut building in midtown Detroit — a city known for its history in manufacturing — into a state-of-the-art watch facility, thus melding the city’s storied past with a confident anticipation of a successful future.

In 2012, Swiss watchmakers were brought to Detroit to teach the intricacies of watch and Argonite movement assembly to the newly hired staff, and the result is a team-spirit enthusiasm that is palpable — and transcendent, since there is much more at work here than watchmaking. In partnership with Ronda AG, the Swiss quartz movement manufacturer, Shinola today employs 530 people, with about 400 at the Detroit workshop.

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The company’s first timepiece, a much-anticipated limited edition Shinola Runwell, formally

The company’s first

introduced in 2013, sold out in an astounding eight days. It was followed by new designs for men and

timepiece, a much-

and other imported parts, Shinola watches are characterized by their steel cases — some with PVD

women in the Runwell style, as well as additional collections. Hand assembled in Detroit from Swiss coatings — and retro spirit. The quartz timepieces come on straps or bracelets and offer a variety of

anticipated limited

dial color options and functions, as well as a limited lifetime guarantee.

The newest collection, the Canfield, is Shinola’s first watch built using a top-loaded case construction

edition Shinola Runwell,

wherein all components are assembled through the front of the watch with the bezel closing last.

formally introduced in

As always, the process begins with the movement being tested and attached to the dial. Then the placement of the gasket is checked, and everything, including the sapphire crystal, is thoroughly

2013, sold out in an

cleaned. Next, the watch head is placed on a casing cushion for support and the hands are checked for alignment. The top bezel is then carefully aligned, and the bezel is secured to the case frame. Available

astounding eight days.

in 38 mm or 43 mm sizes, the collection includes a sporty chronograph model with Super-LumiNova hands, Arabic numerals, and hour markers.

Shinola’s fashionable leather watch straps are produced by the Shinola Leather Co. in Detroit and

Hadley-Roma in Largo, Florida, from American leather, of course. Hadley-Roma, founded in 1903 in Hadley, Massachusetts, has grown its stellar reputation on its American-made products, including watch straps in a variety of styles, colors, and materials. Shinola’s rubber straps, found on some of its sports-style watches, are made from American rubber by Stern Manufacturing in Staples, Minnesota.

The watch company’s larger mission of bringing manufacturing back to the U.S. is evident at every turn, from its investment in the city, which it affectionately dubs “the new watchmaking capital of America,” to the quality of its timepieces. Bedrock Manufacturing, parent of Shinola, thoughtfully considered a number of other locations besides Detroit, but with its long legacy and its enthusiastic work force, the Motor City won out. Hands down.

1. Canfield, 38mm stainless steel with beige dial; powered by Argonite 1069.2 quartz movement.

2. Canfield, 43mm stainless steel with gold PVD plating; white dial; powered by Argonite 715 quartz movement.

3. Canfield Chrono, 38mm stainless steel with black dial; powered by Argonite 5021 quartz movement.

4. Canfield Chrono, 43mm stainless steel with green dial; powered by Argonite 5021 quartz movement.

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acori today is the #1 most sought after bridal jewelry brand in

the passion of the Tacori family for creating beautiful heirlooms to be

the U.S. and one of the most visible jewelry brands as whole1,

treasured for generations.

ranking ahead of Cartier. People know this, but what they

The Tacori legacy begins with Haig Tacorian, patriarch of the

may not know is that Tacori is family owned and operated, which is at

family, who in 1969 left Europe to start a new life in the United

the core of every decision and every thing that they do. Synonymous

States. In California, Haig and his wife Gilda devoted themselves to

with excellence, Tacori is the flagship brand of Albert’s Diamond

creating fine jewelry that fused their distinctive flair with California’s

Jewelers, and this is not without reason. When a piece of jewelry

effortless style. Originally, Haig had set up shop in a Los Angeles

carries the Tacori name — whether it be one’s dream engagement

building shared with other jewelers, and he would create, make, then

ring, a necklace, or cuff links — there is great value that extends far

go on the road and sell his ring styles to any store that would buy

beyond the name alone. Every Tacori purchase is an investment in

them. One story, that Haig still tells today, is of his first trip. Haig

the expert craftsmanship and passion that goes into each stunningly

proudly ventured out, taking a two week trip to Texas, only to return

unique Tacori design, in addition to the quality and beauty that each

having sold one ring… and that was because the jewelry store owner

piece embodies. Handcrafted in California, each Tacori design reflects

to which he showed it broke it.

Over the years, Haig Tacorian developed relationships with some of his jewelry contemporaries, but one in particular would prove life-altering. Across the hall sat a young and creatively talented man — Garo Kourounian.

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Through their friendship, Haig and Garo struck a deal — Garo would design rings for Haig, and Haig would travel and sell them. They created rings that featured engraved and etched details, which may be somewhat common today, but was revolutionary during Tacori’s conception. These styles proved effective and lead to some early success for the duo.

This thirst to succeed brought Haig to challenge

Garo to come up with new designs on a daily basis. As told

by Garo, he and Haig would stay in the building working late through the evenings, and one such night, Garo ran into Haig’s office with a new ring design as if he struck gold (pun intended).

“Tacori’s signature ring collection has been defined by the unique design element of the crescent silhouette: interlocking half-moon arcs, which provide windows of light to reflect the brilliance of the diamonds placed within each crescent silhouette semi-circle.”

What Haig saw was a bunch of hearts on the side profiles of the ring, and so he responded, “This is beautiful, but it’s hearts; can we do something more original?”. Not discouraged, Garo went back to the drawing board, played around with the design a bit, rotated the hearts, and realized the lobes formed semi-circles, or half-moon shapes, throughout the ring. Haig loved the design, and thus Tacori, and the iconic crescent, was born.

Ever since, Tacori’s signature ring collection has been defined by the unique design element of the crescent silhouette: interlocking half-moon arcs, which provide windows of light to reflect the brilliance of the diamonds placed within each crescent silhouette semi-circle.

Much like the LV is to Louis Vitton, the iconic crescent is recognized as Tacori. This luxurious motif is a hallmark of Tacori, and a mark of exquisite taste.

After decades of success and worldwide acclaim, and still with Garo by his side, Haig remains the father of the company as CEO, with his son Paul as the President of Sales & Marketing and daughter Nadine as the President of Design & Operations.

Today, the care Tacori brings to every piece of jewelry is inspired by Haig’s original vision. Tacori not only creates intricately crafted artisan jewelry, but also upholds a family legacy. From the designer’s innovative vision, to

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#Tacori # the crafting and polishing of Tacori’s intricate

signature crescent details, the entire process to create Tacori jewelry takes place under the Tacorian family’s guidance at their design studios in California. Tacori now employs over 250 people, who all embody the philosophy of personal care and quality, which guides every facet of the Tacori process.

Tacori is more than a jewelry brand; it is a culture. For the women who wear Tacori jewels, whether it be fashion jewelry or one of Tacori’s exquisite engagement rings, the “#TacoriGirl” is recognized as someone who is oneof-a-kind and a leader in style, much like the jewelry she wears. She is confident, and she believes in Love. And, she loves the idea of being part of a Tacori Couple and exchanging rings that will bond her and her husband in marriage.

“The ‘#TacoriGirl’ is recognized as someone who is one-of-a-kind and a leader in style, much like the jewelry she wears.”

For generations, husbands and wives would choose matching wedding bands to represent their promise to each other.

However, nowadays, people’s individualistic needs to show their own style often supersedes the desire of wearing matching rings.

Additionally, in today’s society, there are so many details that go into planning a wedding — you have the venue, the photographer,

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the band or disc jockey (or dare I say both), the flowers, the centerpieces, and so forth — it’s overwhelming just thinking about it!

Too often, as couples get caught in the midst of the hype of their wedding, they neglect to think of the ONE thing that’s lasting, the ONE thing they will have forever, and pass down to generations to come, the ONE thing that serves as the everlasting symbol of their marriage — their wedding bands! Can you imagine that? It seems crazy but this happens too regularly. Yet, to the Tacori Couple, they recognize the significance of the rings they will share, and wear, together.

“With the Tacori Couple, the iconic crescent that bonds the make-up of each and every Tacori design, also bonds the fabric of their love.”

Tacori gives a complimentary steel TacoriSport band with every Tacori gentleman’s wedding band purchase.

What sets Tacori apart is the ability to express your individual style, but still share a matching theme within the rings. With the Tacori Couple, the iconic crescent that bonds the make-up of each and every Tacori design, also bonds the fabric of their love. Not only this, but the same Tacori artisans will handcraft the rings at the same time, together. There is nothing more romantic than that.

And for the designs themselves, these remarkably detailed pieces have become timeless symbols of connection that join individuals and generations.

We invite you to Albert’s Diamond Jewelers to see, feel, and try-on these distinctive designs for yourself.

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While diamonds are the hardest of gemstones, they are not indestructible and still require care.

Engagement and wedding rings are most vulnerable to being lost or damaged because of their daily use. Though the diamond is lauded as being hardy, this can lead people to be less careful with their diamond rings, even when they are the pieces of

jewelry with the most sentimental value and, therefore, the most precious. Proper upkeep of your diamond ring will come in several forms.

Keep your diamond ring shiny with regular cleaning. Over

the course of time, your diamond can be dulled by exposure to everyday substances. To mitigate this, don’t allow the buildup to get too severe. When cleaning your diamond ring, don’t use chemicals or harmful solutions, as they can damage the metals and weaken the structure of your diamond ring. Use warm, soapy water with liquid soap. For a more intense clean, find a soft toothbrush, or a child’s toothbrush, and gently work around the stone and setting. Don’t be too rough with the cleaning; dry it with a lint-free cloth. For special occasions, you can have your diamond ring professionally cleaned for that added glint.

Over time, your diamond ring will be bumped, smacked, and hit in the course of your everyday movements. Though your ring should be durable enough, you should schedule regular checkups with your jeweler. Prongs are especially vulnerable, and when they become loose, the danger is losing a stone. At your checkup, the jeweler can ascertain the strength of the setting and tighten it up for better security. This is a preventative measure to keep your diamond ring intact and is highly advised.

Like anything else that gets worn or used daily, diamond rings can be lost, damaged, or stolen. Should this happen, you will wish you had gotten insurance for it. Buying insurance for your diamond ring can be as easy and straightforward as you might like. It can be done online and within minutes.

Don’t assume that your general insurance covers your ring adequately. Look into your policy and seriously consider a separate policy for your precious jewelry. Accidents happen, but they don’t need to set you back financially.

Caring for your diamond ring is not always a straightforward business. It requires attention and thoughtfulness, two things that can erode over the daily use of your diamond ring. But if you keep it clean, secure, and insured, your ring will sparkle long into your marriage and last for the generations to follow.

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s your love grows and marriage is on the horizon, engagement rings are imagined, designed, or discovered. Though the sea of rings is infinite, one will inevitably stand out above all the others and become “the one.”

Here are some engagement ring fashions that have continued to resonate over time.

Stacking fashion rings aren’t new, but in the bridal space it’s a trend that has gained momentum. A beautiful engagement ring begins the journey of this stacked look. When searching for an engagement ring, consider a classic solitaire in a shape you desire. Alternatively, a sparkling halo with a gorgeous pavé band is eye-catching as well as timeless. Or harken to times past with intricate filigree, beadwork, or engravings on the band that will stand out among

Amden Jewelry 18k White Gold 5.26ct Cushion Center surrounded by 1.69cttw Diamonds. See store for pricing.

Amden Jewelry 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum Ring with 2.02ct Fancy Yellow Center Stone, surrounded by .61cttw Diamonds. $31,900

Henri Daussi 18k White Gold Engagement Ring with 1.08ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Center, surrounded by .44cttw Diamonds. $9,425

the throng. Should you decide that the stacked look is right for you, take care that the diamond is set in such a way that other bands that sit beneath it create a combination that is both attractive and comfortable.

When selecting your wedding band, consider whether the style will work with other rings over time. You will want to add pieces which mark commemorative occasions, such as anniversaries, birthdays, the birth of your children, or just periodic celebrations of your love. Whatever you choose, your rings should be a reflection of your love and spark memories of the moments shared throughout your life.

Being environmentally conscious is on the minds of many brides

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Norman Silverman Oval Center Stone Rings, available in 18k White, Yellow, and Rose Gold. $6,999 per Ring

and grooms today. If this describes you, you’re in luck. Today there is an array of options available to you that are stylish and beautiful while allowing you to tread lightly on Mother Earth. Recycled metals are a great way to conserve resources: gold, platinum, and palladium can all be reprocessed, and many jewelry designers are choosing this option. Some couples are opting to buy antique engagement rings. This earth-friendly trend combines environmental sensitivity with the popularity of vintage styles. Alternatively, you can select a trendy vintage stone, such as a rose cut or old mine cut diamond, and feature it in a new setting of your choice. What is old becomes new again!

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A fun look that has been popping up recently is the two-stone ring. Most designers have incorporated at least one of these designs in their engagement ring collections. This ring features two diamonds that are usually the same size and shape. What is the significance of a two-stone engagement ring, you ask? One stone represents your true love and the other represents your best friend. It’s a fun and lovely way to remember why you chose the person you did to spend the rest of your life with.

14k White Gold Diamond Halo Band. Available in multiple sizes, price starting at $4,299

Christopher Designs 18k White Gold 3.55ct Tanzanite Ring surrounded by 1.45cttw Diamonds. $13,990

14k Rose Gold Wavy Diamonds Band. Available in multiple sizes, price starting at $1,699

Simon G. Jewelry 18k White Gold .50ct Double Halo Oval Center Engagement Ring, surrounded by .66cttw Diamonds. $5,155

Henri Daussi 18k White Gold 1.63ct Cushion Center Engagement Ring, surrounded by .47cttw Diamonds. $13,399

Sylvie Collection 14k White Gold 1.01ct Marquise Engagement Ring surrounded by .74cttw Diamonds. $9,999

Normal Silverman Platinum 1.33ct Pear Center Stone, surrounded by .59cttw Diamonds. $16,500

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Amden Jewelry 18k White Gold 4.04ct Radiant Center Stone Engagement Ring surrounded by .63cttw Diamonds. See store for pricing.

Tacori Rose Gold RoyalT Engagement Ring with Oval Center Stone. $4,990 Not including center diamond.

Paramount Gems 14k White Gold 5.01ct Round Center Stone Engagement Ring surrounded by .38cttw Baguette Diamonds. See store for pricing.

Look around and find the ring that speaks to you. After all, you’ve already fallen in love with your partner, why shouldn’t you fall in love with a ring that reflects and symbolizes that love?

Albert’s Collection Diamond and Gemstone Eternity Bands. Each sold separately, see store for details.

Albert’s Custom Design 14k White Gold 1ct Oval Diamond Center surrounded by Blue Sapphires and Diamonds. $8,999

Uneek Jewelry 18k White Gold 3.01ct Oval Center Diamond, surrounded by .92cttw Diamonds. See store for pricing.

14k White Gold Forever Love Double Halo Pear Shape Engagement Ring. Price starting at $1,799

Many of today’s designers are taking advantage of laser-cutting technology to enhance engagement rings. These rings appear to be one large diamond, but don’t let the look fool you! These diamond cluster rings are actually smaller diamonds that are precision cut to fit together perfectly to give the illusion of one large stone. These cluster rings are available in most stone shapes and are very difficult to discern from the classic single-stone engagement ring. Therefore, consider this style if you want extreme brilliance at a lower cost than a traditional ring.

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“Here we are, this is our time.

Like a dream coming to life We live for moments like this” ~The Afters

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At Albert’s Diamond Jewelers, we are honored to share all the special moments that add beauty and meaning to your life.

We are happy to congratulate our Albert’s couples, who trust us to help them choose wedding jewelry that helps them to express their joy. We are honored to help you to celebrate all of the most beautiful moments of your lives.

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