Did you know that the world's largest carved emerald
is right here in your own backyard?
Gleim the Jeweler has owned this unique piece for
over 20 years. It is a 38-pound, 86,000 carat emerald
crystal, carved with an Asian mountain theme
reminiscent of jade carvings. We purchased it in
partnership with a local gem dealer, who found out
about it in Brazil. He then took it to Hong Kong to have
it carved, where 4 gem carvers worked for a year to
turn what was a rather homely and massive item into
a beautiful work of art.
There are over two dozen individual figures carved into
the emerald, along with several houses, a waterfall
and river, and numerous animals. It is always on
display at our University Ave store; drop by to have a
look!
See emerald pictures in lower right column.
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DOG & CAT CHARM TRUNK
SHOW
Once again, we are hosting the Meche collection of
dog and cat charms. If you came to our spring trunk
show, you will remember the beautiful detail in these
charms. They are like little sculptures. Every AKC
breed is represented, as well as numerous cat
breeds. They are in all colors of gold, and can even be
custom-colored to match a photo of your own pet.
The collection will be at our Los Altos store
Thursday, November 6, our downtown Palo Alto store
Friday, November 7, and at our Stanford Store
Saturday and Sunday, November 8 and 9. Bring your
dog with you for free dog biscuits!
 The Gleim Collection will be showcased
at all of our stores in early December.
This collection, of fine diamonds and colored
gemstones set in precious metals, showcases the
beauty of classic styles and exquisite workmanship.
Classics never go out of style!
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Two gems are appropriate for November
birthdays -
Topaz and Citrine.
 Topaz is a
gemstone available in a
rich rainbow of colors. Prized for several thousand
years in antiquity, all yellow gems in antiquity were
called topaz. Often confused with citrine quartz (yellow)
and smoky quartz (brown), quartz and topaz are
separate and unrelated mineral species. The most
prized color of topaz is called Imperial topaz after the
Russian Czars of the 1800s and features a
magnificent orange body color with pinkish
undertones. Topaz also comes in yellow, pink, purple,
orange, and the many popular blue tones.
 Citrine, the other
birthstone for
November is known as the "healing quartz". This
golden gemstone is said to support vitality and health
while encouraging and guiding hope, energy and
warmth within the wearer. Citrine can be found in a
variety of shades ranging from pastel yellow to dark
brownish orange. It is one of the most affordable of
gemstones and plentiful in nature. Citrine is found
most frequently in Brazil, Bolivia, and Spain.
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Gleim the Jeweler has had the opportunity to work on
two very special charm bracelets. One of our clients
has set herself the goal of running a marathon in
every state of the union. Upon completion, she finds a
silver charm related to that state. She already has
about twenty charms, and what a sense of
accomplishment she must feel as she sees her
collection grow!
Another athletic client has been participating in Iron
Man competitions, and we have made a special
charm to commemorate each event. She has several
for the half-Iron Man races, and just completed her
first full Iron Man, adding another charm.
Each of these bracelets tells a unique story, and each
will bring a special legacy to their owners' children
and grandchildren. (Let alone allowing them to bask
in their accomplishments when friends ask about
their bracelets.) See what unique stories you have in
your life which might be told with a charm collection.
Click here if you would
like help creating a special memory
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The deYoung Collection of Vintage and Estate Jewelry |
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Many of you have had the chance to see this wonderful
collection in previous years. We are hosting another in-
store showing of these exquisite, one-of-a-kind
jewelry pieces. You will see jewelry from the Victorian
to the Art Deco period, as well as some more
contemporary pieces.
The collection changes with every visit, and we never
know just what remarkable jewelry we will see. Each
piece has its own history and its own story. J. & S.S.
deYoung has been in the estate jewelry business for
more than 175 years, and is one of the premier
jewelry houses in the industry. Consider adding one
of these pieces to your own family history.
Downtown Palo Alto November 13, Downtown Los
Altos November 14, and Stanford Shopping Center
November 15 and 16.
We have recently added the Ritani Collection to our
selection of engagement and wedding bands at each
one of our stores. This is a contemporary twist on
classic engagement jewelry, with center diamonds
surrounded by micropave settings, and even fine
detailing of diamonds set into the prongs holding the
center diamond. Take a look at their website,
www.ritani.com,
and then come to see the collection
in the stores.
The Gleim Emerald
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