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Article: Summer Sparkles.(jewelry)(Buyers guide)
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- Newsweek International
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- August 20, 2007
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Byline: Lorna Shaddick
The glittering water, pale sand and clear skies of a summertime beach vacation will soon be just memories, but there's a way to keep them alive until next year: the aquamarine, coral pink, turquoise and deep blue tones of sea-colored gems.
The latest collection at Chanel Fine Jewelry centers on the geometrical perfection and lines of art deco, drawing on the atmosphere of the seaside that founder Coco Chanel was so fond of visiting. The earring, pendant and ring designs feature either aquamarine and turquoise or coral and tourmaline stones set in 18-karat white gold with cacholong--a variety of opal--and diamonds (price on request ...