

Lika Behar Collection (First Place and Retailer’s Choice)
24K and sterling silver Kirsten cuff with freshwater pearls and cognac diamonds (0.12 TCW). $2,390
LAURA KITSOS
I have always been a fan of Lika Behar’s jewelry, and while it’s typically in oxidized silver next to the 24K gold, I love this fresh silver look with the pearls and cognac diamonds. It’s the perfect statement cuff for summer and beyond!
ZDENA JIROUTOVA:
Perfect for an all-white summer outfit and sun-kissed skin. Lovely to wear on an arm that holds a glass of pinot grigio at an outdoor music festival held on a grassy hill overlooking the ocean.
ANTHONY DEMARCO:
Quality design, craftsmanship and use of materials for this cuff.
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Family Legacy, New Chapter: How Wilkerson Turns 89 Years of History Into Future Success
After 89 years of serving the Albany community, Harold Finkle Your Jeweler faced a pivotal decision. For third-generation owner Justin Finkle, the demanding hours of running a small business were taking precious time away from his young family. "After 23 years, I decided this was the time for me," Finkle explains. But closing a business with nearly nine decades of inventory and customer relationships isn't something easily managed alone.
Wilkerson's comprehensive approach transformed this challenging transition into a remarkable success story. Their strategic planning handled everything from advertising and social media to inventory management and staffing — elements that would overwhelm most jewelers attempting to navigate a closing sale independently.
The results speak volumes. "Wilkerson gave us three different tiers of potential goals," Finkle notes. "We've reached that third tier, that highest goal already, and we still have two weeks left of the sale." The partnership didn't just meet financial objectives—it exceeded them ahead of schedule.