Gunderson's Jewelry Catalog

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w06 Michael WerdigerDazzled by Color

w12 DamianiSophia Loren Collection

w14 Charles KrypellHomage to the Stones

w16 John HardyInspired Beauty and Social Responsibility

w22 Roberto CoinSecret Wishes for Beauty, Happiness and Health

w26 FanaDreams Do Come True

w28 VerragioWhat is Love?

w33 Great Gift Ideas for HerWildly Original Ways to Show You Care

w40 McTeigueGifts of Jewelry to Mark Life’s Great Moments

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2008-2009CONTENTSWOMEN’S SPECIAL EDITION

JJUST AS TWO HEADS ARE BETTER THAN ONE,so are two hearts. My grandparents George and Deecombined hard work, strong family values, and lotsof love when they gave birth to Gunderson’s sixdecades ago. This Special Edition is dedicated to thewishes of my grandparents – to create lifetimememories and make every customer feel special.

Sure, I know you’d rather have bamboo shoots inyour fingernails than go to the jewelry store, butGunderson’s isn’t just about jewelry. It’s about thewhole experience of creating lasting memories. Andto make your life and memories easier to create,we’ll turn on the game and pour you a beer whenyou come in.

Guys, wake up! It’s not so bad. Stop talkingabout it and do something. In fact, drop everything– really, right now! Drop everything and show herhow much you care. Nothing is more importantthan expressing your loving sentiments.

Frank (Sinatra) and I can’t both be wrong, “Asimple ‘I love you’ means more than money…”

Let loving thoughts escape your lips. Say themwith a permanent heirloom memento so your wordsecho for a lifetime. We have beautiful and affordableinvestment gifts that will be passed down from generation to generation.

The heart of Gunderson’s is complete withcustomers like you. We appreciate your business andfriendship. Thank you for thinking of us whenspecial occasions arise. (We promise you’ll actuallyhave fun here. Come in!) We hope to serve you andyour family for years to come.

”Let loving thoughts escape your lips.

Say them with a permanentheirloom memento so your words

echo for a lifetime.

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1. Adam, [email protected]

2. Bill, Goldsmith

3. Billy, [email protected]

4. Blaine

5. Breanne, Sales/Gemologist/Certified Gemologist [email protected]

6. Brian, Certified Gemologist Appraiser

7. Cari, [email protected]

8. Chandra, [email protected]

9. Deb, [email protected]

10. Harry, Watchmaker

11. Joyce, [email protected]

12. Kathy, Bookkeeping

13. Laurie, Assistant Sales [email protected]

14. Michelle, [email protected]

15. Richard, [email protected]

16. Stacie, Sales/[email protected]

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17. Barb, [email protected]

18. Kellie, [email protected]

19. Lynette, [email protected]

20. Mark, [email protected]

21. Micheal, [email protected]

22. Shelly, [email protected]

23. Tonya, [email protected]

S T A F F N O T E S :

• Stacie Anderson is the recipient of the President’s 2008 Volunteer Service Award. Sheaccomplished this through her involvement with the Junior League of Sioux City and iscurrently Project Development Chair.

• Breanne Wittrock earned the title of Certified Gemologist Appraiser from The AmericanGem Society.

• Adam Bernard has assumed additional responsibilities inour repair department to enhance our customer service.

• This November Cari Kellen celebrates her one year anniversary at Gunderson’s.

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tTHE OFF THE CHARTS POPULARITY of theserichly hued gems first started back in the 80s, withmore celeb exposure in the 90s giving them a runfor their panchromatic popularity.

Michael Werdiger’s fancies are no strangers tothe celebrity color buzz. Their hued gems don thelikes of Jan Carter, Daisy Fuentes, Eva Pigford, andMaria Menounos.

Picking up in popularity, thecolor diamond trend is nearlyin full swing. The sense of

what’s coming, spectacular color, unquestionabledrama, premium price tags, and star sensibility makethese sought after colored diamonds all the rage andthen some.

The spectrum of color is as big as your imagi-nation. Naturally colored in deep ruby reds,

pistachio and emerald greens; pumpkin orange,canary yellow, and rich-creamy browns; cotton candypink, burgundy, purple, and sapphire blue; evenmidnight black and pewter gray have no troubleshowing off in the spotlight.

For every natural color diamond,there are 10,000 colorless ones that

have made the trip from the earth’s depths to itssurface. So it only makes sense that coloreddiamonds valued for the intensity of the color arefetching higher prices than colorless diamondsvalued for their lack of color.

If you are looking for a less expensive but justas pretty option, consider colored diamonds for sidestones or pave accents. Matching up white diamondswith intense colored gems, present a striking lookand an unbeatable value.

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“WHITE DIAMONDS” ARE SO LAST YEAR. RARE “COLORED DIAMONDS” ARETAKING THE FASHION AND JEWELRY INDUSTRY BY STORM. TAKE A LOOK AT

THESE MICHAEL WERDIGER PIECES AND YOU’LL SEE WHY.

HOT ON THE COLORED

DIAMOND TRAIL

COVETED COLOR

Perfectfor women who wish to be distinctive with elegance or daringly

original, naturally colored diamonds are an opulent option.

Michael Werdiger’s fancy colored diamonds let her add a touch of

flare without having to compromise her good sense of style.

LEFT: Natural color and white diamond ladies ring set inplatinum and 18k yellow gold.

BELOW: Natural color and white diamond print bracelet set in18k rose and white gold from the Hans D. Krieger collection.


The popular hoop, stud, andteardrop earrings feature customcut diamonds and 14k gold, 18kgold, and platinum.

Pendants don’t just come ina rainbow of colors they comein all shapes and styles, too.

Every MichaelWerdiger piece

reflects the company’s commitment to exceptionaldesign and superior quality.Michael Werdiger, Inc. is afounding member of the NaturalColor Diamond Association.Every diamond is hand selectedby their master craftsmen to bematched for consistent cut, color,and clarity. With extraordinaryattention to detail, these excep-tional pieces have been artfullycrafted, inspected, and approvedto meet strict standards of excellence in design and craftsmanship.

Even if she’snot walking the

red carpet, she still has her ownred carpet moments. Momentousoccasions like milestone birthdays,important business meetings,events, weddings, anniversaries,reunions, and special destinationsdeserve star quality attire.Natural colored diamonds are theideal adornment for elegantwomen who want a unique avant-garde appeal.

Michael Werdiger collections by

Jennifer Phelps-Montgomeryand Hans D. Krieger includeearrings, pendants, bracelets,right hand and engagementrings. No matter which styleyou fall in love with, theselively colored gemstone piecescomplement every fashion andstyle from discreet to dramatic.

DIMENSION OF QUALITY

RED CARPETCOLOR

DESIGNGALLERY

Michael Werdiger fashion pendantsinclude circle pendants, crosspendants, heart pendants, diamondshaped pendants, star pendants,moon-shaped pendants, tear droppendants, three stone pendants,and journey necklaces.


Today, Damiani enjoys success all over the world as Italy’s leading luxury jewelry brand respecting the highest artesian traditions and eleganceof the Made In Italy Style.

Damiani jewelry has achieved prestige and status for its superiordesign, diamond quality and excellent manufacturing. Every piece ofjewelry represents the creative idea of its origin and the artistic value fromthe master goldsmith. Great craftsmanship and infinite passion give eachpiece life and a spiritual soul at each individual stage of its creation, fromthe selection of the finest precious stones to the smallest detail.

Damiani has achieved an unprecedented distinction of receiving 18Diamond International awards, the Oscars of the jewelry world. These awardsare the highest honor bestowed to a jewelry house. The most famous andbeautiful celebrities of the world have turned to the house of Damiani for magnificentjewels. Attracted to the Damiani style, grace and glamour, Isabella Rossellini, NastassjaKinski, Chiara Mastroianni, Milla Jovovich, Brad Pitt, Jennifer Aniston, Gwyneth Paltrowand Sophia Loren have all chosen to collaborate with Damiani.

Sophia Loren’s passion for jewelry and her artisic partnership with Damiani led to thecreation of a magnificent jewel; a necklace with more than 81 carats and 1,352 sparklingdiamonds. The Sophia Loren Collection is composed from simple 18K white and rose goldconcentric circles with cascading flawless diamonds.

The Damiani Family has a long tradition in the jewelry business. In1924 Enrico Grassi Damiani began creating and manufacturingjewelry so beautiful and elegant that his fame as a master jewellerwas soon established. His son, Damiano Grassi Damiani, not onlyrenewed the family tradition but also increased the fame of thebrand further by establishing new approaches to marketing, distribu-tion and communications which placed Damiani among the world’stop jewelry brands. Passion, creativity and commitment are the cornerstones for the Damiani family in its third generation, investingin the future while keeping family traditions and values.


EVERY CURVE, EVERY LINE, AND EVERY DETAIL OFCHARLES KRYPELL’S DELIGHTFUL PIECES ARE DRAWNFOR ONE SINGULAR REASON - TO EXALT THE EARTH’SFINEST RESOURCES AND SPARKLING STONES. THESE

EXQUISITE, PERFECTLY BALANCED PIECES OF JEWELRY,COMBINE CHARLES KRYPELL’S NATURAL ARTISTIC

TALENT AND LONG SCULPTURE BACKGROUND.

Spur Romance... Support her. Surprise her. Delight her. Date her.Listen to her. Love her. Honor her. Start Now!



cCharles Krypell designs are undoubtedly a perfecttribute to the singular elegance of precious gems.

One of the most recognized and successfuljewelry designers, Charles Krypell knows how todeepen intimacy and kick-start romance. Hisinnovative collections fuse sensuous design,elegant three-dimensionality, and a deep under-standing of human romance and desire.

Charles Krypell’s designs are driven bydesire. A passionate man, he is not satisfied whena man purchases something to bring home as agift, only for it to be merely accepted. Quite thecontrary, his jewelry is designed to make herheart beat a little faster.

“The pieces I design reach deep inside thehuman heart. The person who gives the gift,”Charles says, “will then be seen as the championand completes the circle. That’s what I try toaccomplish, satisfying the moment.”

If you are looking for a hand-waving, hair standing on theback of her neck kind of gift-

giving experience, adorn her with a CharlesKrypell. Special occasions instantly turn intoheart-racing, soul-shaking celebrations.

“A woman needs to be animated,” exclaimsCharles. “She needs to wave her hands, live life tothe fullest.”With these words inspiring the visionof his work, Charles designs jewelry meant toenhance life and be enjoyed from multipleapproaches and dimensions. “I want my clients toenjoy the piece at every single angle,” he explains.

The heart of Charles Krypellis the Precious Pastels

Collection. These exquisite pastel pieces arecrafted utilizing the earth’s finest stones and mostvibrant materials - pink, yellow, blue, and whitediamonds, rubellite, morganite, peridot,

aquamarine and green tourmaline set in platinum and 18-karat gold.

One of the most remarkable pieces in the Pastels Collection is a fabulous reversible pendant.Offering two looks at once with the colors forward or backward, peridot and diamonds on one side and encrusted diamonds on the other, this is no ordinary pendant.It’s a statement piece that always gets noticed.

With something for everyone,Charles recently released the Sterling Collection.Perhaps one of the most important col-lections to be released in the last 25 years,the Sterling Collection, caters to a broad clientele who want a casual daytime look or a Krypell collector piece at a lower price point. A fashion “must have” and collector favorite, these easy pieces show off stylish sophistication at the office or casually with a quick, comfy pair of jeans.

Charles Krypell designs are recognized fortheir dimensionality, depth, and perfect balance ofstone to metal. Designing jewelry women desire,Charles Krypell pieces are guaranteed to draw outcompliment over compliment from long-timefriends and perfect strangers.

BEAUTYBEYOND

CONVENTION

FLUSH OFSATISFACTION

ABOVE: Bracelets from the Pastels Collection by Charles Krypell.

OPPOSITE PAGE: Rings and bracelet from Charles Krypell’s PreciousPastels Collection.

ROMANTICREALISM



j Deep in theBalinese country-

side, John Hardy’s design studio is an enigma of sorts.His state-of-the-art studio is a co-mingling of NewYork technology harmonized with nature. Built out ofrice fields, this global design center is supported bylocal materials - walls of woven bamboo, mud plaster,and thatched roofs.

John proudly explains, “… if someday theBalinese want to turn this factory back into ricefields, they could do it in about a week. There’s noconcrete here.”

Starting with masterartisans whose

ancestors were goldsmiths to Balinese kings, JohnHardy’s early collections grew out of four traditionalBalinese jewelry making techniques; rantia (wovenchain); tenun (woven mesh) jawan (granulation); andukiran (cut work). Today, each handmade piece bears

JOHN HARDY JEWELRY is made frommaterials that come from deep inside theearth. Using ancient Balinese jewelrymaking techniques and creatively pushingthe boundaries of design, John Hardy is afront-cover jewelry designer-celebrity with apurpose for the world.

He embraces a notion of sustainableluxury - that there is a more responsibleway to create luxury jewelry. Every JohnHardy piece is as amazing from the insideas it is on the outside.

The incongruous, yet harmoniousnature of John Hardy’s business is astonish-ing – ancient Balinese culture meetsinternational luxury. This bizarre contradic-tion successfully plays out in every area ofhis business, from the land and lives of themaster craftsman to manufacturing,materials, and sumptuous collectible pieces.

JOHN HARDY UNLEASHES BOLD, EXOTIC, ANDLUXURIOUS DESIGNS WHILE STILL RESPECTING

OUR NATURAL ENVIRONMENT AND PLANNINGFOR FUTURE GENERATIONS.

Inspired BeautySocial Responsibility

ANCIENT TRADITIONWITH A MODERN TWIST

ECO-FOOTPRINT MEETS STATE-OF-THE-ART



both this royal court mastery and exceptional modernday interpretation.And, what a magnificent combination it is.

The surreal titanium coil bracelet is made inpart with aerospace-industry material developed byNASA. This ultra-comfortable wrap-around braceletis sheathed in hundreds of tiny elements of hand-worked silver.

RITUAL RESPONSIBILITY AND HIGH-IMPACT ENTERTAINMENT

“It’s a sensitive matter to be a large workshopproducing luxury goods in the midst of a ThirdWorld farming community where many people donot have jobs,” says one John Hardy director.

The tremendous success of John Hardy’sbusiness comes in part from the fact that heshares the same communal ritual obligations asevery family in the village. That means morethan just sending money or being in the goodgraces of local leaders. The community mustknow they are sincerely engaged. He and hiswife, Cynthia, make offerings and attendimportant events in person.

However, these enormously time-consuming rituals don’t put a haltto the festive, celebratory waysof the Balinese. John andCynthia have been known tohost elaborate, bombard-your-senses, biodegradablefeasts and explosive pyrotechniccelebrations.

''You don't need much of an excuseto have a party in Bali,'' John says. ''They goall-out here; so we do, too.''

Making artistic one-of-kind pieces from the

elements of the earth is John Hardy’s passion. Hetakes his inspiration from nature and travel, and ultimately translates his observations into lavishpieces of wearable luxury.

LANGIT SKY Among the most romantic of theJohn Hardy collections, the beautiful Langit Skyevolved from the successful Silver Diamond Pavé collection. Distinguished by radical new spherical silhouettes and extraordinary technical intricacy, thecollection’s circular lines accurately portray thecelestial orbs and orbits in the ‘sky.’ Try on circlehoop drop earrings, long dangling pendant, or thestunning wide circle cuff with diamond pavé accents.

Sustainable luxury is more than acatch phrase. It’s an entire way of life.“ ”

EXOTIC MATERIALSAND COLLECTIONS

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DOT SILANGINTERLOCKINGInspired by the ancientarchitecture of theForbidden City in BeijingChina, Dot SilangInterlocking designs areimportant motifs in Asianart and architecture symbolizing the inter-relatedness of all elementsof life. Tassel earrings,round and ball droppendant, and extra widecuffs are just thebeginning of the Dot.

BAMBOO The Bamboo Collection depicts bamboosamplings and leaf shoots in a new design evolution.Oval drop earrings, slim of three bangles, and charmbracelet are a tribute to the beauty, strength, andversatility of bamboo, the noble tree-like grass thathas been called “nature’s gift to mankind.”

John Hardy is one of the first companies totake a position on global warming. To offset thecarbon emissions of the company’sprint advertising, John Hardy plantsbamboo on Nusa Penida, a small aridand impoverished island off the coastof Bali. The company’s SustainableAdvertising program calculates thecompany’s carbon emissions andplants a corresponding number ofbamboo seedlings.

These decadent designs wrap herlike opulent gifts of nature.

Dot Silang ball drop pendant.

Celebrate the beauty of opposition in your own relationship.

❋ Stir up some excitement and slow down to appreciate life.❋ Say what you feel and sit in silence.❋ Give with an open heart and take time for yourself.❋ Appreciate your differences and find comfort in your similarities.❋ Enjoy the mystery of love and the knowingness of being together.

Each John Hardy piece ishandmade but with the precisionof a machine. Imagine slipping on

a garment that was personally made for you frombeautiful hand-woven fabrics. Contrast that to wearingsomething that was mass produced from machine-wovencloth in an industrial factory.

There is real meaning in the mastery of crafts-manship. “… A warmth of spirit that remains in thesilver, in the gold,” John describes. Filled with historyand essence, the human touch in every John Hardypiece evokes emotion for the woman wearing it.

“People can’t believe my designs are not madeby machines because they are so perfectly rendered,"says Hardy. "But because there are always certain tinyimperfections in handwork, each piece is infusedwith a human energy.”

Honoring the beauty in contradic-tion, John Hardy creates dramatic,

luxurious works of art from elements of the earth.His passion for creating one-of-a-kind artistic piecesthat will never appear again makes John Hardydesigns worthy of exhibition.

The distinctive John Hardy brand of jewelrycombines exquisite craftsmanship with a perpetualresponsibility to the earth and human sustainability.Look good and do good.

PERFECT HANDMADE

RENDERINGS

OPPOSINGFORCES

START WITH A LITTLE FANTASY, ADD GENEROUS DOSES OFINTUITION, AND LET LIMITLESS CREATIVE EXUBERANCE

WELCOME YOU TO THE SEDUCTIVE WORLD OF ROBERTO COIN.

SECRET WISHES FOR

BEAUTY,HAPPINESS

and HEALTH

ABOVE: 18ky Elephantino Collection designed by Roberto Coin.



In 1977, the company thatwould bear the illustrious

Roberto Coin name was founded in Vicenza, the cityof Gold. Now worth its weight in gold, the companyfollows prestigious Italian goldsmith traditions, butthat is where convention stops.

Intent on doing things different, the Silk WeaveCollection started with inspiration from an old cloth-making machine. “I thought if I made the gold wiresthin enough and strong enough, I could weave agolden fabric,” says Roberto.

The Silk Weave Collection features fine strandsof gold ribbon, no wider than a thread, delicatelywoven together to create a sensational fabric-likequality. Woven wires in 18-karat white, rose, andgleaming yellow gold give her sheer opulence fromevery angle.

TINY TEMPTATIONSThe dainty Tiny TreasureCollection transformseveryday items into objectsof desire. From romanticand expressive, to religiousand reflective, tiny treasurependants come in luckynumbers, alphabet letters,special destination representa-tions, animals, symbols, and manymore with pavé set diamonds… ensuring sweet-hearted happiness.

rROBERTO COIN’S FINE JEWELRY CREATIONShonor the sacred feminine.

She’s working harder every day and giving into the demands of life. Deeply satisfied, thoughuncomfortably busy, she’s lost sight of what it is torelax and bask in her radiant beauty. Appreciateand revive the mystical feminine within the womanyou love. Coin’s inspired collections awaken feminin-ity and celebrate a woman’s beauty in the truestsense. His collections start as whispers of the heartand ultimately heighten the joy of living and blissof being a woman.

Softly echothe essence of her beauty with:

❋ Compliments❋ Winks❋ Hand holding❋ Kisses❋ Red ruby wishes

For centuries the ruby was theworld’s most valued gemstone. In

ancient times, women thought rubies promotedfertility. Egyptian legend said rubies evoked magicalpowers of prosperity, beauty, happiness, and health.Roberto Coin perpetuates the spirit of thetreasured, red ruby.

Inside each piece of jewelry, he passes aprecious and unmistakable mark by positioning asmall red ruby close to the skin. This symbolic‘signature’ started with the Appassionata Collection

GOLDEN HUESOF INSPIRATION

SCARLETBLESSINGS

ABOVE: 18kw Fantasia BlackSapphire and Diamond heartby Roberto Coin.Rubies represent love, passion, desire, and charm.

in 1996 and has been perpetuated in every RobertoCoin collection since. It is his personal touchensuring fortune and blessings to the women whowear Roberto Coin designs.



DO COME TRUE

SHE CAN FEEL IT COMING. SOMETIMES A WOMAN JUST KNOWS… BUT THEWHEN’S, WHERE’S, HOW’S, AND WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE ARE A TOTAL MYSTERY.

YOUR SECRET IS SAFE WITH US. AND, MIND YOU THAT IS NO EASY TASKWHEN YOU ARE CONSIDERING A FABULOUS FANA ENGAGEMENT RING.

DREAMS

wWHILE SHE WAITS IN SUSPENSE, WE’LL SPILL THE FANA FACTS so you cancreate the fairy tale engagement she’s always dreamt of.

With a curious name that evokes femininity andstriking designs that are as simple as they are luxurious,

Fana stands for intriguing everyday elegance.

Masterfully handcrafted in 18kt yellow, white, and romantic rose gold, Fana’sfluid lines and streamline silhouettes are meticulously crafted to reveal theintense beauty of signature stones - rich rubies, vibrant emeralds, deepsapphires, and brilliant diamonds. Unique, pinpoint channel and gravity settingsdraw on the allure of preciousgemstones by creating theillusion that they aremagically floating. Like yourlove, held in place by someinvisible force.

INVISIBLE FORCE OF LOVE


Nothing says romancelike pink. Rose gold, also

known as pink gold, is a beautiful option for ashimmering, metallic, goldish, pink fairy talelook. Fantastic against the skin and capturingFana’s prevalent mood for opulence, these wonderfully decadent and feminine Fanaengagement rings are warming hearts acrossthe land.

The first diamond engagement ring wasplaced on the fourth finger of her left hand,because that finger was believed to course withthe vein of love that passed directly to theheart.

Everyday life isn’talways a fairy tale.

Founder and fourth generation jeweler, BobbyJain, understands the de rigueur days of finejewelry – when women only wore fine jewelryfor significant social occasions and thencarefully stored them away until the nextimportant event.

Fana’s philosophy is to handcraft luxuryjewelry pieces women can wear year-round inall facets of life. Career woman, yogini, mom,or social diva, the modern woman of todaydemands style, luxury, and wearability. Withthis in mind, Fana indulges and adapts to heractive lifestyle. No matter the time, fashion, orseason, Fana rings always suit savvy, sophisti-cated women.

Give her the ring she’ssecretly waiting for. Fana will

take her breath away. Down on one knee withbox in hand, her heart begins to race at thesight of the elegant Fana box.You ask her everso proudly, “Will you marry me?” Sparklingbrilliantly, Fana waits to hear her utter, “Yes!” Inthat moment she knows, at once and for alltime, how deep and profound your love is.

Let a whimsical and wearable Fana design,create one of life’s most romantic, memorablemoments. Her fairy tale finally came true.

WARM UP WITH ROSE GOLD

FANA NEVER GOES OUT OF FASHION

HAPPILYEVER AFTER

Diamond bangle bracelets from Fana.

Before she drifts off to sleep,whisper the...

• Reasons you fell in love with her.

• Qualities you admire in her.

• Reasons she’ll be happy to wake up nextto you tomorrow.

• Things you promise her.

• Reasons she should marry you.



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V E R R AG I O :

LOVE IS ELEVATING. IT LIFTS YOU UP. YOU FEEL LIGHTER. AND, EVERY-THING IN YOUR LIFE SEEMS TO HAVE MORE MEANING. YOU ARE A

BETTER PERSON THAN YOU WERE BEFORE. LOVE PULLS YOU CLOSEAND NEVER LETS YOU GO. BARRY VERRAGIO KNOWS TRUE LOVE.

Now married for over tenyears, their marriage remainsBarry Verragio’s primary source

for new designs. Barry believes, “… a union betweena husband and wife is pure, brilliant, and shouldhave as much fire as the moment she first receivedher engagement ring."

If you're one of those romanticcouples with lots of meaningful

activities you’ve done together and places you’vebeen together, consider a traveling proposal. Preparea series of clues she follows, or you take herthrough. End at a special place that has meaning forher and begin to start new memories of futuretogether as husband and wife.

Announce you are going tostart a week of romance. Every

night before she goes to bed, turndown the coversand leave a note with something special on herpillow. On the last night write, “No time to sleep”and whisk her to a garden, terrace, or intimatesetting and propose under the moonlight.

What is love?

FIERY ENGAGEMENT

IDEAS

ENDLESSLYSENTIMENTAL

PROGRESSIVE TURNDOWN

EVERY GOOD LOVE STORY starts with abeautiful maiden. The Verragio Collectionbegan the day Barry Verragio decided hewanted to marry Tanya, the love of his life.He wanted to propose with a ring that rep-resented his true feelings. He invented analluring new technique, the Lumino Setting.The revolutionary and utterly amazingsetting he created securely suspendsdiamonds above the ring. Tanya acceptedand the rest is history.

Inspired by his passion for love andinnovation, Barry dedicates himself tocreating a distinct line of luxurious,handmade jewelry that exceeds her expecta-tions. The crisp, clean look and line iscreated with the ultimate level of crafts-

manship, using theworld’s finestdiamonds andprecious metals.

Verragio’s LuminoSetting maximizesthe beauty of yourdiamond.


Let nature and the open air inspireyour proposal. Just when she thinks

you are going out for a Sunday, sunset stroll, stop at thepark and outline “Marry me” in shiny rocks. Take a turnto the riverfront and write “Will you marry me?” alongthe shore. Head to a monument or museum and scatterrose petals that say “Marry me, gorgeous.”

Verragio designs are unlimited by development or imag-ination. No other technique enhances the radiance ofeach diamond like the suspension of the Lumino Setting.Found in all Verragio designs, this innovative settingenhances both the size and shape of any diamond.Revealing all sides of the stone and allowing radiantlight to emanate from every facet means you get moredazzle for your diamond… and proposal.

DELIGHTFULLYALFRESCO

special somethings

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When you see that type ofreaction, you know it’s morethan an engagement ring,it’s a commitment.

❋ Chocolate

❋ Rose petals

❋ Horoscope clipping

❋ Candy hearts

❋ Lottery ticket

❋ Photo of the two of you

❋ Cup of hot tea

ABOVE: The classic Verragio collection offersa wide variety of timeless, elegant styles.

LoveSHOW YOU CARE

Wildly Original Ways to

Love inspires romance, imagination, and companionship. It is sweet, warm,wonderful, miraculous, and sacred. It fuels the heart and makes our world goround.

Try, try as we may, we still haven’t come up with a way to bottle up thisrocket fuel. But, we are lucky enough to walk on the loving side of life. Thatmeans we get to be part of your family and share in your everyday andspecial celebrations.

Whether you are looking for the perfect something for the woman youlove, your kids, friends, in-laws, office associates, or long-time neighbor, we’vegot a boatload of ideas to inspire those lovin’ feelings. The ideas in this year’sSpecial Edition don’t even begin to scratch the surface of what’s in-store.

Remember when you asked us for more choices and unique ideas? Well,we’re serving up your request on a platter. Not literally a Nambe serving

platter, although if we did we’d rough andtough it up with snacks, drinks, and the TVremote for you. No, really.

We know you’re not particularly excited toscramble through the mall in search of… well,who knows what you’re in search of. Somethingthat puts a smile on her face, but what?

GIFTS GALORE Search no more! We’ve got the perfect giftpicked out for you. But more importantly, youcan shop like a man, with the game on. We putup fancy flat screens in the showroom. We’rechilling down a beer for you… literally. And,

our friendly staff is standing by to help you personalize the perfect gift soyou look like a hero!

Heck if you play your cards right, we might even assign a personalshopper to walk hand-picked and priced-right gifts straight to you. Take awalk on the sportier, simpler stud-side of gift giving at Gunderson’s.

There is nothing more powerful than the power of love. It creates life and laughter. It shapes ourmind, body, and soul. It drives magnificent pieces of art, music, poetry, and prose.

Delicious meals are made with love. Theatre performances are flawlessly executed with devotion.Architecture, photography, film, and literature, yep, all propelled by love.

ABOVE: Bali vase from Kosta Boda.LEFT: Diamond vase from Orrefors.

GIFTS FOR WOMEN



APPLAUSECelebrate the free spirited woman who moves to herown beat.

» Limelight Collection says she’s the start of the show.

» Twist Collection performs dramatically in apattern of broad white spirals.

If you know she loves anything and everything thathas a personality of its own, exceed her expectationswith the distinctive folkways of Scandinavian glass-making design. Two hundred sixty-years ofglassmaking heritage combined with contemporaryshapes, textures, and surprising details are sure to stirup the excitement in her everyday goings-on.

BRIDALCombine Kosta Boda flair with formal elegance.

» Exquisite, ringing champagne flutes.» Contemporary vases and bowls.

DAREDEVILTake her for a walk on the wild side with theseKosta Boda conversation starters.

» Nature's scary storm frozen in Kosta Bodacrystal bowls, vases, and jugs.

» Colorful sculptures with famous, fashionable,celebrity, and multiethnic influences.

ENCOURAGEMENTSpread harmony and good will whether she’s feelingup or down.

» Expressive days-of-the-week dishes.» Provocative one-word thought sculptures.

CONNECTIONConvey warm, caring messages ideal for spouses andloved ones.

» Sculptural halves of single heart votives.» Organically heart-fashioned vases and bowls.

KOSTA BODA OUT OF TH IS WORLD STYLE

Swirling from here to there, she’s like a girl from another galaxy. Full of character,

she hasn’t grasped the meaning of the word ordinary. In fact, another average,

everyday, run of the mill gift might just send her over the edge. Whether it’s a

wedding day celebration or the day you chose to put a smile on her face, consider

Kosta Boda’s unexpected motifs of colorful

handmade glass.

ABOVE: Twister Collection from Kosta Boda


Orrefors is the clean, crisp, “easy to give” gift idea when you don’t

have a clue what she likes or where to start. Beautiful, classically

elegant, clear crystal in innovative designs can be dressed up or

down depending on the type of gal she is.

» Primeur wine glasses to bring out the best of the best good times.

» Sparkling champagne flutes to toast special occasions.

» Mature spirit stemware bring out full flavor fun.

HIPSTERHer hip sensibility and urban flair make the FashionCollection an ideal choice. Though she walks amongthe masses in daily life, she’d prefer the street grid ofNew York, the endless to and fro of Tokyo, andsometimes the stark modernism of Milan. Perfect forthe sister, teacher, bridesmaid, best friend, orneighbor who delights in the ways of the fashioncapitals of the world.

» Flickering votives light up her life.» Hand cut vase displays seasonal blossoms.

Even if you don’t think she is a crystal lover, there isan Orrefors collection for everyone. Almost sopersonal, she’ll think it was created just for her. Heara spirited “I love it!” reaction from even those hard-to-please gals.

AMOURThe human heart holds many mysteries, but there’sno mystery in how she’ll feel about touching AmourCollection perennial favorites. For Valentine’s Day,Mother’s Day, birthdays, anniversaries, or housewarm-ings, Orrefors heart-shaped pieces capture your trueemotion. Dare to give a gift from the heart.

» Heart-shaped photograph frame for your true love.

» Glass heart for a new found friend.» Loving heart to mom for everything she does.

WINE ENTHUSIASTToast the holidays, the newlyweds, or the life’s simplepleasures with barware that makes a difference. TheDifference Collection is shaped to enhance thecharacter, bouquet, color, and enjoyment of thedifferent beverages each glass was designed for.Hosting wine and spirit parties could become hernewest passion.

ORREFORS DEL IGHTFUL S IMPL IC ITY

TOP, LEFT TO RIGHT: Tivoli platter andIntermezzo flutes from Orrefors.


PLAYFULThe amusingly off-kilter Tilt Collection says, “I don’ttake life too seriously!” These precariously leaning, yetsolidly anchored crystal pieces will be the conversa-tion highlight of the night.

» Ice bucket with tongs.» Wine decanter.» Stemware and bar tumblers.

ACCOLADESThese popular gift ideas for top customers, high per-formers, brainiacs, and movers and shakers reward thebest of the best. Perfect to praise, motivate, or presentduring annual incentive award sessions.

» Star paperweight.» Business card holder.» Personalized award column.

Or, serve up your love on a platter. She’ll fancy theclassic Marupa platter in the kitchen, but absolutelyadore the romanticism of a few something extras inthe wrapping, like bath salts, grapes, cheese, and adrawn bath.

NAMBE HAUTE ON HOME

SERENEThe uplifting Ascend Collection raises displays of freshfruit and flowers to new heights. Add wonder to herhome or religious occasions with welcoming grace.

» Candleholders.» Dharma trays.» Vases.

BURLESQUEThe inherently intriguing Spiral Collection lures thelittle girl in her to climb a spiral staircase or peer intoa nautilus shell. Bring these fluid accessories to hernext dinner party and watch what happens.

» Candlesticks.» Wine bottle holder.» Wine coaster.

INNOCENTFluid creations specially sculpted for the safety andconvenience of little diners are an excellent gift choicefor baby’s new arrival or Christening. Reasonablypriced and packaged in pretty little white gift boxeswith white ribbons.

» Photo frame.» Baby bowl and cup.» Three-piece set of loop-spoon, fork, and

feeding spoon.

No matter the style, reason, or season, Nambe

is a name that transcends trends and genera-

tions. With character and undeniable beauty,

Nambe brings star-quality pizzazz to every day

living, cooking, and serving pieces. Famous for

their remarkable alloy properties that can be

heated to 500 degrees or chilled in the freezer,

Nambe rests beautifully with purpose.

Spiral wine server and coaster from Nambe.

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Nambe’s uplifting Ascend Collection raises displays of fresh fruit and

flowers to new heights.



BACCARAT AURA OF LUXURY

TIMING IS EVERYTHINGExclusive time pieces ensure important executivesarrive on time with style.

» Business owners and entrepreneurs.» Presidents and executives.» Retirement salute.

INFUSED WITH DELIGHTHigh quality miniatures and figurines are full ofemotion and unsurpassed splendor.

» Lucky clover and butterflies.» Mandarin duck, pink pig, and polar bears.» Christmas cheer.

DOMESTIC YEARNINGSTransform home into a very special place with theseextra special table touches.

» Salt and pepper box.» Chopsticks rest.» Napkin rings.

In the world of Baccarat, champagne goes wonder-fully with sushi, crystal is even used in machinery,and sorbet seems to taste better served on an etchedstemmed glass. The simple things in life become away of expression, a place for creation, and a timefor celebration.

Baccarat is a magical name associated with life’s small and large

emotions. Be it a singular intimate moment or a much anticipated

gala celebration, the pleasure and beauty of Baccarat crystal evokes

a true aura of loving luxury. French traditional Baccarat handcrafted

work is synonymous with perfection and beckons the discovery of

the much talked-about red box.

Architecture vasefrom Baccarat.

Tornado vasefrom Baccarat.


From wearable art in crystalline brilliance tomemorable figurine collectibles, Swarovski crystals playwith light and love in a classical and magical way.

SMILESThere doesn’t always have to be an occasion to give alittle subtle something. Sometimes you just feel likegiving someone a present. These cheerful ‘just–because’options are perfect to re-ignite friendships.

» Turn up the fun with adorable and expressivefour-legged friend companions.

» Extend your circle of soul friends with a piecefrom the Soulmate Collection.

» Embolden a shy friend with free-to-fly crystal butterflies.

NOSTALGIADon’t leave all your memories behind once yourvacation or special event comes to an end. After thestories have been told and the photos put away, keepher memories alive with exceptional Swarovskicollector pieces.

» Capture vacation memories with happy momentor animal figurines.

» Transport her through her most memorable lifeexperiences with a sparkling crystal flowerarrangement or eternal blossom.

» Rekindle holiday memories and family reunionswith sweet specialty ornaments.

SWAROVSKI CRYSTALL INE BR ILL IANCE

Swarovski crystal is opening up a new world of glitter, amazement, magic, and

enjoyment. Crystal enthusiasts and fashionistas throughout the world are

succumbing to Swarovski’s sparkle and shine. Swarovski crystal represents

the height of unmatched quality, unique variety, and cutting edge innovations.

TOP: Circle pendant and earrings from Swarovski. RIGHT: Kingfishers from Swarovski.

Stylish Swarovski lets her accessorize in style andshow off her own en vogue style.

» Stackable bangles are chic with jeans foreveryday or for a glammed up evening out onthe town.

» Geometric shaped necklaces offer a cleanstream lined look.

» Classic earrings add elegance to any look.


BELOVED JEWELS SERVE ASTIMELESS REMINDERS OF INTIMATEEVENTS FOR BOTH THE GIVER AND

THE RECIPIENT. THESE ETERNALSIGNS OF DEVOTION AND

REMEMBRANCE ARE MORE ACCESSIBLE THAN EVER BEFORE.

Life’s GreatMOMENTS

GIFTS OF JEWELRY TO MARK

THIS PAGE, LEFT TO RIGHT: Tiffany and Co. gold floral bracelet with ruby (1950’s).Art Deco emerald and diamond ring (1920’s). ArtDeco Brooch, platinum, ruby, emerald, diamond, andenamel (1920’s).

OPPOSITE PAGE, CLOCKWISE: Tutti Fruiti bracelet of engraved precious stones,diamonds (1920’s). Retro modern gold, ruby, anddiamond watch with hidden face (1950).tToday more than ever, it is possible for most everyone to afford and acquire a gift of jewelry.

Modern manufacture has made beautiful things both immediately available and relatively affordable.For all this accessibility, the desire to mark a special occasion with something exclusive and distinctcan seem difficult to achieve. With so many “lines” and “brands” how can your special moment beremembered as yours alone?

THE PASSIONATE PLEAS OF ESTATE JEWELRYThe elements of human history in vintage jewels captivate meaning, mystery, and sentiment. To weara vintage piece of jewelry is to experience on a very personal level the history of its past.

The most basic definition of estate jewelry is “jewelry that was previously owned”. This bare-bones description may not sound romantic or exclusive, but beyond each historic treasure lie eras oflove, passion, legend, and bygone craftsmanship.

Few things are more romantic than one-of-a-kind estate jewelry that has expressed and re-expressed whispers straight from the heart. Each piece of lasting estate jewelry carries sentimentalmoments from the past and carries forward wishes for today, tomorrow, and generations to come. It’sno wonder so many people are inspired to seek out and collect the jewels of the past.

CONSCIENTIOUS CRAFTSMANSHIPThe industrial revolution marked a major turning point not only in human society, but the manu-facturing of jewelry. Although machine-made jewels were available throughout the latter half of thelate 19th and early decades of the 20th centuries, most jewelry, including costume jewelry wascrafted entirely by hand.



Years of apprenticeship training under the carefultutelage of master craftsman eventually merited employ-ment in a highly respected workshop.The balance ofquality and resilience in hand finished jewelry farexceeds that of machine manufactured items.

Estate jewels that have survived and maintainedtheir beauty and condition have endured the agesdue to excellence in workmanship and conscientiouscare by the women who wore the jewelry before you.

DESIGNS THAT DIM THE MOONArt Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian,Victorian, BelleEpoque, Retro Moderne – pick up any fashion ordesign magazine and you hear these eras mentionedas sources of limitless inspiration for new collectionsof clothing and the decorative arts. Buying estatejewelry means buying the original.

Art Deco jewels from the Art Deco age (1920sto 1940) are among the most exciting pieces ofjewelry ever created – no modern reproduction canexceed the marriage of bold design and delicate feelas that of a true art deco brooch or bracelet. Theethereal enamels of Art Nouveau, the splendor ofdiamonds in lacy platinum of Edwardian, thesensuous Greek Revival of Victoriana; a piece ofestate jewelry is the source - the essence – fromwhich we share the everlasting sentiments of todayand draw the visions of tomorrow.

HISTORICAL ANTHOLOGIESEstate jewelry is a touchstone from another era. Itoffers a window into the past with an irrepressibleelement of mystery. A beautiful ring from 1900 mayhold a Kashmir sapphire - a stone that hasn’t beenmined in over a hundred years. The object is completely unique to the era. Enchanted by thepersonal story of who wore it or how manyexciting balls and epic moments had it “seen” thereis an excitement in owning a piece of the past thatcan not be put into words.

Few things are as personal as wearing anotherwoman’s jewels from an era long ago. Wearing suchan item adds to its mystique. Infused with unknownimpressions of love and loyalty, it becomes part ofyour private joy that will be again passed downthrough generations: a part of the past, the future,and a family heirloom to be.

Necklace of natural pearls (1910).

RARE EARTH TREASURESFor some collectors, one of the most intriguingfeatures of estate jewelry is that it allows ownershipof an item crafted from materials that can no longerbe sourced through new markets. Kashmir sapphires,Russian alexandrites, demantoid garnets from theUral Mountains, and the rare white Golcondadiamonds are among a handful of the Earth’streasures that have ceased to be accessible throughnew mining.

Natural pearls are an estate exclusive. Prior tothe 20th Century (when technology, marketing, andprice made cultured pearls the norm), natural pearlswere one of the world’s rarest, most expensive, andmost beloved gemstones. Representing the idealqualities of a woman and the sea, purity andmodesty, today this exceptional organic gem is evenmore prized.

A single modest strand will far exceed the priceof a similar cultured strand and is only available viathe estate market. Celebrate and deck her with theone gem befitting of feminine loveliness.

• Hang pearls from her voluptuous ears.• Clasp dainty strands round her neck.• Drape and coil her tender arms.

VALUE AND VARITYFor sure, some of the most precious items in theworld are jewels from history’s legendary designhouses. Open an auction catalog devoted to vintagejewelry and you will see estimate prices from thethousands to the millions. This being said, greatestate jewelry represents the best value in finejewelry today and is available to suit a wide range oftastes and budgets.

Eclectic, bold, romantic, experimental, kitchy,sexy, classic, cool, historic, glamorous, exotic, minimal-ist: there is something estate to appeal to every taste.The great variety of estate jewelry available todaywas primarily made within the last 100 years – atruly fabulous thing!

The end of the 19th century heralded revolu-tionary change in society and art, a phenomenonthat resulted in a fundamental change in attitudetowards both function and design of jewelry. Untilthe 20th century, the overall look and place ofjewelry had changed little for hundreds of years.Then, suddenly, there was a veritable explosion of

for thousands of years,people have given gifts of jewelry to mark life’s great moments.

The birth of a child, a seal of marriage, an anniversary – jewelry is more than a token gift; it is a vessel of memory.

fresh ideas, materials, and markets. Estate jewelryenjoyed by the women of today is in its golden age– the fruits of a century of frenetic creativity,romanticism, and discovery.

ESTATE JEWELRY NEVER FORGETSThe quality of manufacture, the exclusivity of thematerials used for manufacture, the artist’s applica-tion of design aesthetic – few modern jewelry piecescompare in workmanship and value to that of anestate collection bracelet or brooch. And far beyondbrilliant aesthetics and craftsmanship, the profoundancestral connection of estate jewelry brings a richsense of connection that transcends space and time.

Those who desire a truly exclusive window tothe past and hold eternal hope for the future willfind estate jewelry a perfect fit. Whether you arenew to estate jewelry or a long-time patron, theteam at Gunderson’s will help you live vicariouslythrough yesterday and find the perfect piece tocelebrate your special occasion tomorrow.

What inspired wishes will thenext gift you give hold?


Art deco dress clips of diamond, sapphire and emerald (1930’s).

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