INSTORE Design Awards 2021 – Colored Stone OVER $5,000

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3 years ago

July 12, 2021

INSTORE Staff

INSTORE Design Awards 2021 – Colored Stone OVER $5,000

Kimberly Collins Colored Gems

Earrings featuring cabochon green tourmalines (48.33 TCW), faceted green tourmalines (2.26 TCW), and diamonds (0.06 TCW) set in brushed 18K yellow gold, $11,750

LAURA KITSOS:

The cabochon one-of-a-kind green tourmalines are the star of the show in these stunning statement earrings. I love them, especially in the brushed gold!

ZDENA JIROUTOVA:

The shape of these beautiful earrings flatters most faces, and the colors are reminiscent of the sea and sky, which I associate with relaxing vacations. Count me in!

ANTHONY DEMARCO:

Understated, elegant and good use of materials in a classic setting.

INSTORE Design Awards 2021 – Colored Stone OVER $5,000

Linda Hoj

22K yellow gold ring with rose cut rubies (1.06 TCW) and rose cut diamond (0.21 TCW), $8,000

INSTORE Design Awards 2021 – Colored Stone OVER $5,000

Just Jules LLC

14K gold hand-fabricated necklace featuring Brazilian tourmaline, Australian black opal and Kingman turquoise, $6,900

INSTORE Design Awards 2021 – Colored Stone OVER $5,000

RETAILER’S CHOICE AWARD

Jewels 4 Ever/Aarkish Diamonds

Pendant in 14K white and yellow gold with over 18 carats of natural sapphires, one center natural untreated sapphire (2.52 TCW) and natural yellow fancy diamonds (0.73 TCW). $22,000

This Third-Generation Jeweler Was Ready for Retirement. He Called Wilkerson

Retirement is never easy, especially when it means the end to a business that was founded in 1884. But for Laura and Sam Sipe, it was time to put their own needs first. They decided to close J.C. Sipe Jewelers, one of Indianapolis’ most trusted names in fine jewelry, and call Wilkerson. “Laura and I decided the conditions were right,” says Sam. Wilkerson handled every detail in their going-out-of-business sale, from marketing to manning the sales floor. “The main goal was to sell our existing inventory that’s all paid for and turn that into cash for our retirement,” says Sam. “It’s been very, very productive.” Would they recommend Wilkerson to other jewelers who want to enjoy their golden years? Absolutely! “Call Wilkerson,” says Laura. “They can help you achieve your goals so you’ll be able to move into retirement comfortably.”