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Clever Thieves from Diamond Bandits to Money Vault Robberies ... In just two minutes on Aug. 6, two robbers dressed in sharp business suits from Graff Diamond's flagship store -- known for its clientele of the rich and famous ... In a series of events reminiscent of a Hollywood movie, the thieves left the store with 43 pieces of jewelry -- including earrings, watches, rings and a necklace made of 272 diamonds -- and a hostage in tow. (ABC News -- Business)
1970s Halloween Costume Ideas Aug 13, 2009
Disco, Bell Bottoms, Platform Shoes, Leisure Suits, Afros, and More. Trick or treaters in search of a seventies Halloween costume can choose from a rainbow of colorful women's and men's fashion, disco outfits, or celebrity looks. (Suite101.com)
Diamond Store Robbed Aug 13, 2009
Ice, as in, diamonds. The two busted in to Diamond Design Jewelry wearing masks and brandishing a handgun ... Anyone with information about the diamond theft are asked to call Orange Detectives at 203-891-2138. (FOX61, CT)
LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton Inc. & American Composers Orchestra Announce Partnership to Commission & Premiere New Music by Emerging American Composers Aug 13, 2009
LVMH's Watches and Jewelry division comprises TAG Heuer, Chaumet, Christian Dior Watches, Zenith, Fred, Hublot and De Beers Diamond Jewellers Limited, a joint venture created with the worlds leading diamond group. For more information. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
* London police make arrest in gem heist Aug 13, 2009
Police have now revealed the items stolen were worth G40 million, dwarfing Britains previous biggest diamond jewelry robbery, in 2003, when items worth G23 million were stolen, also from Graffs. Police also released images of some of the 43 items of stolen jewelry, including a pair of white round diamond double-hoop earrings, a yellow diamond flower necklace, a platinum white Marquise diamond ring, and a mens chronograph 45mm watch. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
$65m in jewelry stolen from London store Aug 12, 2009
Camera footage shows men entering Graff Diamonds ... Security camera footage released by police shows two men in crisp suits entering Graff Diamonds s flagship store Thursday afternoon ... Items stolen included a pair of white diamond double hoop earrings, a platinum white Marquise diamond ring, and a Chronograff watch, police said. (Boston Globe)
Ex-Army Corps official to plead guilty to bribery Aug 12, 2009
The same company later allegedly provided her with a diamond bracelet and gold jewelry for her help with the settlement. They also paid for airfare and hotel accommodations when Martinez and her relative flew from Afghanistan to Lebanon. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Thieves Steal $65M in London Jewel Heist Aug 12, 2009
This image taken Aug. 7 shows two security guards standing outside Graff Diamonds store in New Bond Street, London, following an armed robbery Aug. 6 ... Security camera footage released by Scotland Yard shows two men in crisp suits entering Graff Diamonds' flagship store on Thursday afternoon ... Items stolen included a pair of white diamond double hoop earrings, a flowing flower necklace with yellow diamond petals, a platinum white Marquise diamond ring and a Chronograff watch, police said. (CBS News -- World)
Illegal and should be fined Aug 12, 2009
Joe_63640 posted on Tuesday, August 11th, 2009 at 4:44 pmIf I went into a local jewelry store,purchased a diamond ring, paying thousands of dollars in good faith. told that and believing that the diamond and gold are real ... She misrepresented what she was selling, charging diamond prices for cheap glass. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Come and get it! There are iPods, chain saws, old equipment at annual auction Aug 11, 2009
Diamond pendants, solitaire diamond rings, wedding bands and wraps for engagements rings along with other jewelry will be up for bid. - 1991 CHEVROLET KODIAK BUCKET TRUCK. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Maps can lead to home decor ideas Aug 11, 2009
Diamond Glaze, also available online, can be used to glue a round snippet of map to a marble and to stick a magnet on the back ... clear, dimensional glue such as Diamond Glaze ... 5) Apply an even layer of Diamond Glaze to the front of the tile. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
McKinney Police Report Aug 11, 2009
Stolen Property: AMPLIFIER , 12" SUBWOOFEREstimated Property Loss: 1,26909032130Deadly Conduct F3VICTIM (Business) of Deadly Conduct F3 , at N Graves St, Mckinney, TX, between 05:15,08/02/2009 and 05:34, 08/02/2009 Reported: 08/02/200909032131Information ReportUnattendedVICTIM (B M, 47) of Information Report Unattended Death , at Sunflower Dr, Mckinney, TX,between 23:30, 08/01/2009 and 07:00, 08/02/2009 Reported: 08/02/200909032133Burglary OfVehicles MaVICTIM (W M, 30) of Burglary Of Vehicles Ma... (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
The must-have item might be yours alone Aug 9, 2009
Recently, she had a quick sale of a diamond brooch with open platinum handwork from the early 1920s that came in its original box. It had been passed on from generation to generation and, for 30-plus years, it belonged to a woman who wrote a note, kept in the box, asking the next bearer of the brooch to "wear it and cherish it as I did.". (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Treasure hunting Aug 5, 2009
Chances are you wont be disappointed at the Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas, an extremely rare diamond site where you get to keep what you find. Last year alone 946 diamonds were found, 27 of which were over one carat in weight ... Most diamonds found are less then one carat and not big enough to be cut, but many visitors take their winnings home as souvenirs or have them made into jewelry. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Race an issue as advertisers discuss Ark. lottery Aug 5, 2009
As far as a logo for the lottery, Ramey offered a red diamond with a mortarboard tassel, while The Communications Group included a large red "A" with a similar tassel. It remains unclear when the lottery commission will make a decision on which company to pick. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Suspect sought in theft of necklace from Pearlridge shop Aug 5, 2009
About 3:40 p.m. July 30, the man entered the Diamond One Jewelry Store at Pearlridge Shopping Center. He approached the counter and asked to try on a gold necklace. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Stormi Bree Henley, Miss Tennessee Teen USA Crowned Miss Teen USA(R) 2009 on July 31 Aug 4, 2009
The MISS TEEN USA 2009 prize package includes: custom diamond tiara and jewelry created by Diamond Nexus Labs; a two-year scholarship from the New York Film Academy worth more than $100,000 dollars to its acting or film-making programs; eveningwear gowns designed by Sherri Hill; a cosmetic package by LOVER Cosmetics; an assortment of DXG USA Luxe Collection video cameras, year-long supply of Farouk Systems products, makers of CHI, the original Ceramic Technology tools; a six-day/ five-night... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Community Notes Aug 2, 2009
Featured lunch-time entertainment will be The Sorta Sisters and The Blue Diamond Trio. Both groups will perform many familiar favorites from the 1940s. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Thumbs up to good fun and good people Aug 2, 2009
Thumbs up to the shy man who didn't want to be interviewed or identified after he had the idea to use a metal detector to find a $7,100 diamond ring reported stolen from a Newington jewelry store this week. The man, who witnessed the alleged thief being chased on foot by a police officer, knew the route they ran and had read the suspect was not in possession of the ring when he was arrested, offered to try to help find it. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Small Biz: New jewelry business downtown Aug 2, 2009 Stolen ring found by witness with metal detector Jul 31, 2009 Witness used metal detector to find stolen $7,100 ring, say police Jul 30, 2009 Ring thief arrested after chase, say police Jul 29, 2009 There's a New Star in Hollywood... Montblanc Announces New Flagship Boutique on Rodeo Drive Jul 29, 2009 He's on an emotional roller coaster of love Jul 28, 2009 Cancer group bids for younger demographic Jul 28, 2009 The Artists' Way Jul 27, 2009 Word on the street: Fresno fitness gym specializes in mixed martial arts Jul 27, 2009 Will Ed or Kiptyn present Jillian With a Neil Lane Diamond and Platinum Ring During the Dramatic Two-Hour Season Finale of ABC's Hit Romance Reality Show 'The Bachelorette'? Tune in to ABC on Monday, July 27th at 8 PT/ET to Find Out. Jul 25, 2009 Jeweler celebrates anniversary with deep discounts Jul 24, 2009 Zale names new chief marketing officer Jul 23, 2009 Former state worker says love made her steal $11 million Jul 19, 2009 Cartier gets lessons from students Jul 19, 2009 David Divorce Finalized After Multimillion-Dollar Settlement Jul 19, 2009 Jewelry stolen from Needham home Jul 18, 2009 $55,000 lost ring yet to be claimed Jul 17, 2009 $41K in jewelry stolen from visitor at resort (2487) Jul 17, 2009 North Avenue hit by auto break-ins Jul 16, 2009 Business bonanza: First Big Sky Farmers Market crowded with buyers, sellers Jul 16, 2009 Ex-NBA star Walker wanted for bad checks in Vegas Jul 16, 2009 YAI/NIPD Board of Trustees Elects Eliot Green Chair and Sheldon Kwiat Vice Chair Jul 15, 2009 Army units ordered to Iraq for changing mission Jul 15, 2009 Money hiders risk a wealth of woes Jul 14, 2009 More of this story Jul 12, 2009 USJF Maintains Financial Composure While Luxury Sales Decline Jul 12, 2009 Video: Nine West Launches the Vintage America Voices Contest and Inspires Others to Find Their Voice Jul 10, 2009 J.C. Penney Co.'s same-store sales drop 8% Jul 10, 2009 Man accused of theft dies during scuffle Jul 9, 2009 Bidder in Hilo Hattie bankruptcy case bows out Jul 8, 2009 How To Green Your Diamond Jul 8, 2009 Couples saying 'I don't' to expensive weddings Jul 8, 2009 Jlrs, Circ, Keystone Jul 5, 2009 From the HIP Jul 5, 2009 Get the Most Fashion Bang for Your Buck with Accessories Jul 4, 2009 Charleston: Most polite, for a pittance Jul 3, 2009 Pointing gun gets man arrested (29) Jul 3, 2009 Special valuables require special insurance Jul 1, 2009 Distinctive links point to burglar Jul 1, 2009 Blue Nile cuts North Carolina affiliates Jun 30, 2009 Down the road a piece Jun 29, 2009 Rolex theft at Marlborough's Solomon Pond Mall investigated Jun 28, 2009 Business booming for N.E. Ohio fireworks company (3) Jun 27, 2009 Saudi, Libyan leaders top gift-givers Jun 26, 2009 Cocktails & carats Jun 25, 2009 * The unaffordable, unbreakable poverty of sub-Saharan Africa Jun 25, 2009 Police Blotter: June 25, 2009 Jun 25, 2009 * Anglo American rejects Xstrata merger proposal Jun 24, 2009 * Imelda Marcos at 80: Broke, with diamonds Jun 22, 2009 Imelda Marcos, almost 80, still draws public's attention Jun 22, 2009 The Word: Now you see it... Jun 21, 2009 Tomei shines on founders vision of global brand Jun 20, 2009 10 things to buy before the economy improves Jun 19, 2009 Discounts abound Jun 19, 2009 Looking Back Jun 18, 2009 Inner vision assumes an outer reality Jun 17, 2009 Jewelry goes missing from Lohan shoot Jun 17, 2009 Lindsay Lohan May Be Questioned About Missing Jewelry Jun 17, 2009 Grandmother asks, 'Jesse, where's St. Anthony?' Jun 16, 2009 Auschwitz survivor donates victims' gems Jun 16, 2009 Obama beats Brad Pitt as most stylish man: poll Jun 16, 2009 Jewelry store moves across the street Jun 16, 2009 Allen child’s wish comes true Jun 5, 2009 Harry Winston Diamond Corporation Announces First Quarter Fiscal 2010 Results Jun 4, 2009 Cobb jewelry heist done by pros, police say Jun 4, 2009
com Before deciding to open Tena's Fine Diamonds and Jewelry store in Athens, the three sisters who own the business put a lot of prayer and contemplation into the move, said Heather Cadle, manager of the new business ... Workers carry in carpet to install at Tena's Fine Diamonds and Jewelry is located in the old Foster's Jewelers in downtown Athens ... Name: Tena's Fine Diamonds and Jewelry Owners: Debbie Jackson, Sandra Brown and Jeana Worley Type: Jewelry store Address: 283 E. Clayton St.... (Athens Banner-Herald)
How to Choose a Quality Diamond Aug 1, 2009
Simple Guide to Buying Diamonds. Follow these basic rules to make shopping more enjoyable and to help choose a high quality diamond that will become a family heirloom in the years to come ... Choosing and purchasing a diamond can be a nerve-wracking decision and it is important to be prepared and educated ahead of time. (Suite101.com)
NEWINGTON, N.H. (AP) -- A diamond ring dropped during a police chase in Newington, N.H., has been found by a witness using a metal detector. Police say 44-year-old Yves St. Brice of Worcester, Mass. (Concord Monitor)
Brice St. Yves, shown in this photo during his video arraignment on July 27, 2009, is accused of stealing a diamond ring which was found the following day by by a witness using a metal detector, say police ... NEWINGTON A $7,100 diamond ring stolen from a mall jewelry store by a man in a Rastafarian disguise was found by a witness using a metal detector, say police ... Police allege the ring has a diamond weighing more than a carat and is set in 14 karat gold. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Yves St. Brice was arrested after allegedly stealing a diamond ring from a Newington store and leading police on a chase ... PORTSMOUTH Wearing a hat with fake dreadlocks attached, Yves St. Brice went into a Newington jewelry store, asked to see a $7,100 diamond ring, then snatched it out of a clerks hand and led a patrolman on a chase that included dodging cars on the Spaulding Turnpike, say police ... Newcomer described the ring as an engagement ring with a diamond weighing more than a... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Montblanc's new presence on Rodeo Drive will not only feature the brand's classic collections but will also showcase unique and one-of-a-kind pieces that will be exclusive to this very location including men's and ladies diamond timepieces, women's handbags, and the introduction of exquisite colored gemstones such as white and brown diamonds, blue, pink, and yellow sapphires, to the ladies "4810" fine jewelry collection ... Worn by several international celebrities on red carpets throughout the... (PR Newswire)
I can't believe the saleswoman was so unprofessional -- she got a big commission off my diamond. My fiance's aunts are giving me the cold shoulder, and I have to live with them for the rest of my life, and I had hoped to become friends with Mary someday. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Tena's, a downtown jewelry store set to open in the old Foster's building, is donating a pair of diamond earrings to be raffled off, and Foundry Park Inn masseuses will be on hand from 6 to 7:30 p.m. to give free chair massages and paraffin hand wax treatments. Classic Hair and Spa also has donated a half day at the spa for the top bidding bachelorette. (Athens Banner-Herald)
"Gallagher arrived in December, not knowing what he might do but counting on his credentials and prodigious energy to carry him through. One week after arriving on O'ahu, he landed a job in a glass studio.Ceramics and glass require a great deal of material and equipment, so Gallagher accepted his pay in glass, an oxygen generator, a diamond saw and glass-cutting tools. This enabled him to set up a working studio.He then got another job, teaching ceramics to fifth- and sixth-graders at the... (Honolulu Advertiser)
So far, people have found a diamond heart pendant, sterling silver hoop earrings and a strand of freshwater pearls. In all, Solano-Lazar expects to place about 150 gifts totaling nearly $15,000. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Will Ed or Kiptyn present Jillian With a Neil Lane Diamond and Platinum Ring During the Dramatic Two-Hour Season Finale of ABC's Hit Romance Reality Show 'The Bachelorette ... Will Ed or Kiptyn present Jillian With a Neil Lane Diamond and Platinum Ring During the Dramatic Two-Hour Season Finale of ABC's Hit Romance Reality Show 'The Bachelorette ... As a leading Hollywood jewelry designer, hailed in the media as The King of Bling, the Ace of Diamonds, Neil Lane has influence and impact both... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
NY Diamond Boutique is celebrating its first year in business in Forest Hills with special discounts and events from July 24 through Aug. 5. Diamond rings, bracelets, pendants and jewelry featuring other gemstones are all on sale, and gift certificates for $100 off all purchases of $400 or more are available ... A drawing for a half-carat diamond will be held on Aug. 1, and jewelry will be raffled off every day. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Dallas-based Zale (NYSE: ZLC) said Lennox, 44, comes to Zale from -New York, where he served as executive vice president and director of the s A diamond is forever marketing campaign. He joined the campaign in 1998. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Randell, who is married, is accused of using the money to pay for delinquent child support, land deals, diamond jewelry, cars and business ventures. Aside from some jewelry and trips, Cawthra, 32, said she didn't benefit from the money she stole. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Christie's employee Laura Turnbull wears Anne Moen Bullitt's 1955 diamond necklace by Cartier. Crocodile necklace, set with more than 1,000 diamonds and emeralds, on display at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston. (Athens Banner-Herald)
5 million diamond estate earrings and a coveted Strandvagen penthouse in Stockholm. "Stockholm is a beautiful city; sure, I'll be back there," said David when asked what he plans to do with the penthouse he paid for but she so desperately wanted. (FOX61, CT)
The other stolen items include a 14K gold ring worth $1,000, a gold filigree band ring worth $2,000, a blue pearl rope bracelet worth $900 and a gold diamond eternity ring worth $1,800. There was no sign of forced entry. (Needham Tab, MA)
A $55,000, three- to four-carat diamond ring remains unclaimed despite several attempts to find its rightful owner ... The round center stone in the ring is surrounded by other diamonds ... A $55,000, three- to four-carat diamond ring remains unclaimed despite several attempts to find its rightful owner. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Published: Sunday, July 12, 2009 2:10 AM HST A diamond ring and earrings valued at over $41,000 were stolen recently from a visitor s room at Hanalei Bay Resort, according to a private investigator hired in the case ... Taken from the couple s room was a diamond anniversary ring purchased for $30,000, and two, one-carat-each round diamonds set in platinum, purchased for $11,000 ... jr1956 wrote on Jul 12, 2009 8:45 AM:" I would bet the lady whose diamond ring and earings valued at 41,000 and... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
A little further north, on Northcrest Drive, a woman left her purse in her car overnight, and a thief nabbed the purse, which contained ID, credit cards and $2,543 in diamond jewelry. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Thursday, July 16, 2009. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Mimi Arceneaux and Tom Berry from Las Vegas were in Big Sky to watch her daughter Collette and son in law Kenny Diamond perform rock and soul at the market as a part of the musical duo Diamond. It was Arceneaux and Berry s first time to Big Sky and both commented on the beautiful scenery and friendly locals as they enjoyed kettle corn alongside the bonfire. (Big Sky Lone Peak Lookout, MT)
In 2000, Walker was among five victims robbed at gunpoint of cash and a $55,000 watch outside Eppels Restaurant at 554 W. Roosevelt Rd. The diamond and platinum Cartier watch was Walker's. In 2007, Walker was tied up in his River North home and robbed of cash, jewelry and his black Mercedes-Benz. (FOX61, CT)
NEW YORK, July 14 /PRNewswire/ -- The YAI/National Institute for People with Disabilities (YAI/NIPD) Board of Trustees has elected Eliot P. Green, a Partner at the law firm of Loeb & Loeb LLP, as Chair, and Sheldon Kwiat, President of the diamond jewelry firm bearing his family name, as Vice Chair ... Sheldon Kwiat's company Kwiat is a 102-year-old diamond jewelry firm, whose flagship boutique at 725 Madison Ave. at 64th St., opened in 2008 ... He is a member of the Executive Board of Directors... (PR Newswire)
Find custom made diamond engagement rings and other jewelry at chrystine jewelry. Browse a huge selection now. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
One client who was downsizing her estate thought her diamond wedding ring had been stolen and even made accusations against a family member until one of Quinns staffers found it buried within a tangle of old pantyhose inside a cheap cardboard dresser. Brenda Avadian, a 49-year-old caregiver advocate from Pearblossom, Calif. (MSNBC -- Health)
Published: Saturday, July 11, 2009 8:48 PM HST A diamond ring and earrings valued at over $41,000 were stolen recently from a visitor s room at Hanalei Bay Resort, according to a private investigator hired in the case. Brian Fujiuchi, president and chief executive officer of Fujiuchi Investigations, Inc., said his clients discovered the jewelry missing as they were packing to leave the island. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Save Up To 96% on diamond jewelry manufacturer. Unique Collection. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Sony/ATV Music Publishing owns or administers over 750,000 copyrights by such artists as The Beatles, Beck, Brooks & Dunn, Leonard Cohen, Neil Diamond, Bob Dylan, Fall Out Boy, John Mayer, Joni Mitchell, Graham Nash, Willie Nelson, Roy Orbison, Linda Perry, Richie Sambora, Kraftwerk, Shakira, Akon, Wyclef Jean, Hank Williams, KT Tunstall, and Diane Warren, among others. Sony/ATV recently acquired both the Leiber Stoller and Famous catalogues. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Meanwhile, the fine jewelry category noticed an upswing in performance thanks to a Diamond Showcase promotion launched by the retailer. Reader Comments. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
At about 8:49 p.m., police said, Murillo walked out of the ABC Store at the Diamond Head end of the Hyatt Regency, 2424 Kalakaua Ave., with a couple of cold packs of beer without saying anything ... At about 8:49 p.m., police said, Murillo walked out of the ABC Store at the Diamond Head end of the Hyatt Regency, 2424 Kalakaua Ave., with a couple of cold packs of beer without saying anything. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Now is the perfect time to experience glorious Hawaiian sunshine, fresh ocean breezes, cascades of tropical foliage as well as legendary services and amenities at Hawaii's first and only AAA Five Diamond and Mobil Five Star Resort. Discover aloha enchantment with island chic sophistication at this #1 ranked U.S. Resort and #1 ranked U.S. Resort Spa as voted by the discerning readers of Conde Nast Traveler Magazine for 2009. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
One of the best ways to avoid navigating the complicated world buying a new diamond ring is to buy one that was made a long time ago. Yes, there are rings made today to look vintage, but you can go green with your diamond by choosing one with a bit of history and personality that was made many years ago and might even come with its own love story to compliment yours ... Vintage, Antique and Estate Diamond Rings. (Suite101.com)
"People are really changing their mind-set from over-excess to really trying to be more frugal and saving, like how my parents' generation thinks," says Christina Joo Sethi, 31, who rented the diamond and gold drop earrings she wore at her wedding in February. The recession is "teaching people to rethink how they were living their lives before, and I think it's a good thing," says Sethi, a former health care consultant from. (USA Today -- Life)
The West African nation will begin mining for diamonds next year after a significant diamond deposit discovery in 2008 ... Rob Bates, Senior Editor, Diamonds, JCK July 2, 2009 ... Wow Her with a Diamond Wedding Band from Firenze Jewels. (Variety)
To get a comic feel for the job, you could rent "The Wedding Singer," for Adam Sandler's rendition, but if you want to experience those laughs live, try the musical on-stage action at Diamond Head Theatre ... Show dates are July 10 to 26; get tickets, $12 to $42, at the Diamond Head Theatre box office, 520 Makapu'u Ave.; 733-0277. (Honolulu Advertiser)
For example, a thin patent belt in black or red, black pumps, diamond earrings, a pearl necklace and a black satchel bag are always en vogue ... Shimmer -- Add jewelry pieces studded with crystals or diamonds to bring your look from day to night. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
The cable-stayed bridge supported by graceful diamond towers has been an attraction in itself since opening four years ago. Most days from sunrise to after dark dozens of people can be seen walking the bridge. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Deputies were sent to the Diamond A recreation hall in the 18800 block of Spring Drive, on a report of an audible alarm. When officers arrived, they found an Accura parked in front of the recreation center and inside the vehicle were the two men drinking beer. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
The average cost of a diamond ring is almost 4,000 ... When scheduled separately, it's covered on an "all-risk" basis, even if you drop your diamond into the running garbage disposal. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
An employee of Athens Pawn on Hawthorne Avenue called police Monday morning to report that 51-year-old Danny Bernard Osborne was trying to fence one of the distinctive cufflinks, made of solid gold with a diamond affixed to the side of a bear, according to police. Osborne, who gave an address of 248 Linda Ave. but was booked into Clarke County Jail as homeless, was charged with theft by receiving stolen property, police said, and is a suspect in a Wedgefield Lane burglary. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Online diamond and jewelry retailer has terminated its North Carolina affiliates over pending legislation there. Blue Nile's move comes after (NASDAQ: AMZN) took similar actions in and. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Visitors can spend a day wielding a rock hammer at Herkimer Diamond Mines. The surface mines, at 4262 Route 28, are filled with quartz crystal, also known as Herkimer diamonds ... "When you lift a piece of ledge and you find diamonds that are perfect and you're the first one to see them in a million years, that's kind of nice," Louis Downs said. (Albany Times Union)
Police described the man as black, 5 feet 9 inches tall, 160 pounds, with a diamond earring in his left ear. He was wearing a white Ralph Lauren polo shirt with the number "3" on the right sleeve, a white hat and dark khaki pants. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
In addition to its Phantom Fireworks chains and merchandise, B.J. Alan established the Diamond Sparkler Manufacturing Co. in Youngstown in 1985, the sole remaining operating sparkler manufacturing facility in the United States. Although fireworks appeal to "all ages," you have to be American to really appreciate them, Zoldan believes. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
One eye-popper: a diamond ring, locket and musical instrument worth more than $212,000 from Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi, longtime U.S. nemesis, to former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice ... Elizabeth Cheney, daughter of then-Vice President Dick Cheney, received $85,000 in diamonds and rubies from the king. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Enjoy a complimentary cocktail and hors doeuvres while viewing and trying on the hottest trends in spectacular diamond jewelry. Diamond drop earrings will be raffled off to benefit Debbie-Rand Memorial Service League ... Enjoy a complimentary cocktail and hors doeuvres while viewing and trying on the hottest trends in spectacular diamond jewelry. (The Palm Beach Post)
Diamond companies volunteer not to buy from conflict areas in an attempt to prevent diamonds from funding warlords. This would be good for business, as affluent Western customers are now put off by the thought of buying blood-soaked jewelry. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
An Odessa woman reported someone took a platinum wedding ring, two sets of diamond earrings, a necklace and a video gaming system worth a total of $8,100 between June 18 and Friday in the 600 block of North Dotsy Avenue. THEFT OF PROPERTY WORTH LESS THAN $1,500 WITH TWO OR MORE PRIOR CONVICTIONS. (Odessa American, TX)
Anglo Americans board said a tie-up with its competitor would be a big blunder because the move would dilute the companys exposure to platinum and diamond markets, while increasing its exposure to nickel and zinc X base-metals whose prices have been hit hard by the global economic slowdown. Irrespective of this lack of strategic merit, the terms proposed by Xstrata were completely unacceptable, the board said in a statement. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Imelda Marcos at 80: Broke, with diamonds ... As the Philippines most notorious first lady approaches 80, she is still courting publicity and claiming that despite the billions reportedly stashed away during her late husband Ferdinands rule, and the 22-carat diamond ring on her finger, she is nearly broke ... She said the diamond ring was given to her by Ferdinand 55 years ago on their engagement. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
As the Philippines' most notorious first lady approaches 80, she is still courting publicity and claiming that despite the billions reportedly stashed away during her late husband Ferdinand's rule, and the 22-carat diamond ring on her finger, she is nearly broke ... She said the diamond ring was given to her by Ferdinand 55 years ago on their engagement ... As the Philippines' most notorious first lady approaches 80, she is still courting publicity and claiming that despite the billions... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Just last week, the Kansas City Star reported that diamond jewelry had turned up missing after a Lindsay Lohan photo shoot. We probably can t sneer at go missing while turn up missing is part of the American lexicon. (Boston Globe)
Tomei shines on founders vision of global brand (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Blow the cobwebs out of your wallet and bring on the diamonds, TVs ... Some deals, like housing and automobiles, might be obvious, but others, like diamonds, might not be ... Gassman says more expensive diamonds have seen even greater drops. (MSNBC -- Business)
Sure, multi-carat diamonds go on sale for tens of thousands of dollars up and down Worth Avenue ... Examples include a 14-carat garnet broach for $60 and platinum and diamond chandelier earrings for $2,500. (The Palm Beach Post)
Local news The baseball fellows have at last been able to secure ground for a ball park, D. F. Miller having let them have the use of the former ball diamond in his pasture east of town. Jeff. (Kalona News, IA)
The shape is then slightly domed with a hammer, roughed up with a diamond bit, separated into cloisonn. windows using fine ribbons of silver or gold. (Nogales International, AZ)
"The theft was reported to a central London police station on 8 June 2009 after earrings and a necklace, believed to be diamond and estimated to be worth in the region of 250,000 [$410,000], were found to be missing approximately two days earlier," London's Metropolitan Police said in a statement. No arrests have been made, the police said. (CNN -- Showbiz)
After an Elle photo shoot in London, jewelry worth more than $400,000 has disappeared. hair, make-up, stylist. (VHI.com -- Music News)
I noticed my -carat diamond was missing from my ring ... I said, Harold, I lost the diamond from my ring and can t afford another one ... When I returned home that day, my 14-year-old daughter said, Ma, I found your diamond, and handed it to me. (Woburn Advocate, MA)
He hid the eight rings, watches, and brooches of diamond and gold beneath his barracks. Hack said he took the jewels with him stuffed in a sock on what was known as a winter "death march" from the camp in Poland to Dachau camp, near Munich, in January 1945. (Boston Globe)
High end American Gem Society jeweler offering true values on designer and diamond jewelry. Authorized dealer of Gucci, Mikimoto, Damiani, Omega and more. (Yahoo News)
Ritter-Huesgen Jewelers and Diamond Cutters will be expanding their inventory in their new location, right across the street from their previous home ... Ritter-Huesgen Jewelers and Diamond Cutters will open its doors for business across the street from its present location. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
Jewelers for Children (JFC) was created by the jewelry and diamond industry with the mission of raising funds for charities that primarily benefit children. Competing companies involving retailers, manufacturers, watch companies, trade associations and those who provide professional services to the industry unite on behalf of children in need. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
HARRY WINSTON DIAMOND CORPORATION ... TORONTO, June 4 /CNW/ - Harry Winston Diamond Corporation (TSX: HW, NYSE: HWD) (the "Company") today reported first quarter results for the period ending April 30, 2009 ... 52 per share as a result of the investment by Kinross Gold Corporation in Harry Winston Diamond Limited Partnership, which holds the Company's 40% interest in the Diavik Diamond Mine. (Canada Newswire)
Burglars stole half a million dollars in diamonds, gold and watches Tuesday night from a Kennesaw jewelry store, after cutting a hole in the roof, police said ... The thieves cut a hole in the roof and the side of a metal safe at the Top Style Diamond store ... Adam Rubin, Owner of the Topstyle Diamonds store at 355 Barrett Parkway, opened his door Wednesday morning to find shattered jewelry cases and safes cut open. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
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