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BRAND NEWS: FURRER-JACOT CHAMPIONSHIP DESIGN; SOLDIER TO WIN $40K RING; CELEBRITIES WEAR KWIAT; MORE September 28, 2011 (0 comments)
Update: Furrer-Jacot’s Golf Championship Ring
Columbus, OH—Swiss jeweler Furrer Jacot teamed up with the Xempt Players Series to provide a ring for the winner of the National XPS Series for non-pro golfers, held last month here. In the August 31 edition of The Centurion, it was reported that Bo Hoag, who won by six shots, received a custom-made palladium and diamond ring by Furrer Jacot. At presstime a photo of the exact ring was not available; The Centurion subsequently has obtained a photo and the exact ring is now shown at left.
Military Couple to Win $40,000 Ring
Atlanta, GA—Online retailer Union Diamond has announced it will award a $40,000 platinum and diamond ring to one lucky member of the United States Armed Forces. Through a competition titled “My Perfect Union,” couples may enter themselves or be nominated by friends or family members with a video and/or essay submission to www.myperfectunion.com.
“When I immigrated to the United States of America more than 20 years ago, I had no idea what challenges and opportunities were in store for me. This great country has given me so much and I can't think of a better way to give back than to make this announcement,” said Scott Anderson, president and CEO of Union Diamond.
The website will start accepting submissions today, and the winner will be announced December 6, 2011. The winner will receive a designer engagement setting in platinum, with a D-internally flawless diamond, valued at $40,000. The winning serviceman or servicewoman will receive the ring personally by Anderson.
“For me, it is the perfect way to show my appreciation to the men and women who protect us. I want to hand this platinum ring to them, look them in the eyes and tell them ‘thank you’ for all that they’ve done” said Anderson, who ironically launched the website UnionDiamond.com on September 11, 2001.
Rapaport Goes Mobile
New York, NY—The Rapaport Group announces the launch of a new mobile website that will provide faster access and easier navigation for mobile Internet users worldwide. The mobile site will include Rapaport prices, news and analysis. Rapaport Diamond Price List subscribers will have access to price information in a unique grid format, while the news services will be available to the public at no charge. The new mobile news site can be accessed on any mobile device via www.diamonds.net.
Rahaminov Diamonds Supports Komen Foundation
Los Angeles—Rahaminov Diamond will honor National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October by contributing 1% from the sale price of any of its rose gold jewelry collection to the Susan G. Komen For the Cure Foundation. Click here for video information about its rose gold collections.
Rahaminov goes Pink for the month of October in support of breast cancer awareness.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM) is an annual international health campaign organized by major breast cancer charities to increase awareness of the disease and raise funds for research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and cure. The campaign also offers information and support to those affected by breast cancer, and is a prime opportunity to remind women to be breast aware for earlier detection. Susan G. Komen for the Cure is a global leader of the breast cancer movement, having invested more than $1.9 billion since inception in 1982.
To be eligible for the Rahaminov contribution, items must be invoiced during October 2011. Contribution will be made upon receipt of full payment for eligible items. No returns or exchanges.
Pandora Registers Trademark in China
Copenhagen, Denmark—Pandora announced Monday that it has registered the Latin letter version of the Pandora trademark in China, under international trademark class 14, which covers jewelry and watches. The company already holds the trademark for its name in Chinese characters and the patent rights for its charm bracelet. The latest move is intended to strengthen its intellectual property protection there.
Celebrity Spotting: Anna Kendrick in Kwiat, Sharon Osbourne, More
New York, NY—Anna Kendrick chose jewelry by Kwiat for the premiere of “50/50” on September 26. She wore platinum and diamond drop earrings and a three line diamond bracelet set in platinum. Archie Panjabi selected platinum and diamond jewelry (cluster earrings, ring, chain necklace) by Chopard for the opening night of the Metropolitan Opera season, also on September 26.
Anna Kendrick, left, in Kwiat, and Archie Panjabi in Chopard, right.
Finally, Sharon Osborne, one of the three judges of “America’s got Talent,” chose pieces from the Luxury Collection of Joshua J Fine Jewelry to wear for the special Finale night September 13. She wore a pair of handmade chandelier “Water Fall” earrings weighing 12.76 cts. t.w. for the pair. The earrings featured 28 marquise-cut diamonds and 494 micro-set round diamonds.
Sharon Osbourne in Joshua J.'s diamond waterfall earrings
SES Creations Inc. is Newest Forevermark Partner
New York, NY—Forevermark, the diamond brand from the De Beers group of companies, announces a new design manufacturing partnership with SES Creations Inc., which will develop a specific design collection to showcase Forevermark diamonds in platinum. The collection of 10 to 13 pieces will feature a variety of bridal and fashion jewelry, all set in platinum. Platinum Guild International will provide a support package to the partnership, which will include sales associate education, in-store signage, and a customized video presentation identifying their store locations as a “Platinum Destination.”
"I am very excited about this new partnership with Forevermark and its well-respected authorized retailers. We are confident this campaign will be a lasting and successful addition to the high end jewelry business" says SES Creations president Shlomo Elias.
A complete list of Forevermark retailer partners to date is available from www.forevermark.com upon request.
Separately, British designer Stephen Webster is launching a new collection of engagement and wedding rings set with Forevermark diamonds crafted by Dali Diamond. The collection draws upon iconic Webster design features and is set in 18k yellow, white, and rose gold. The collection marks two firsts: one, Webster’s first foray into bridal jewelry, and two, the first important Forevermark jewelry collection in Europe. It will be available exclusively at Webster’s retail shop in London.
British designer Stephen Webster has teamed up with Dali Diamond for his first-ever collection of bridal jewelry.
Belle Etoile Appoints Marketing Talent
New York, NY—Belle Etoile has named Kathryn Karakus as vice president of brand development. She brings 13 years’ experience in marketing and brand development for high-profile jewelry companies. The company also recently named Goldstein Communications of New York as its agency of record, to work on an intensive promotional campaign integrating both traditional PR and social media.