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A native of the Netherlands, Cornelis Hollander studied art and jewelry design at the Vrije Academie in
Den Haag, Holland. As a young graduate, he apprenticed for two years in Hattan Gardens, London's renowned
jewelry district. Adventure then called young Cornelis to Johannesburg, South Africa, the diamond and gold
capital of the world. Here he opened his own studio and started designing jewelry without boundaries. After
a few years in South Africa, adventure called again—this time to America, where Cornelis and his family
settled in Phoenix, Arizona.
Over the years, his natural talent was refined by education, travel and diversified cultural experience.
Today he is one of the premiere jewelry designers in the world. When asked how he comes up with new design
ideas, he replies, "It's like poetry. When a poet sees beautiful scenery, a poem naturally flows into his
mind. Just by looking at a beautiful gemstone, I can envision the finished piece. That’s why I say
creativity is akin to a waterfall—all of the elements fall together".
Old-world training and experience, combined with state-of-the-art innovations, make Cornelis Hollander a
jewelry designer of distinction. His passion for beauty, his dedication to excellence and his unique
vision promise a future filled with elegant, wearable art in motion.
Visit the Cornelis Hollander website.
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At the age of 15, Jean-Francois Albert began a jewelry apprenticeship in his hometown of
Lausanne, Switzerland. After four years of learning the trade, he won his first job working
for Piaget, where he perfected his designing and bench skills.

Albert's design talent is recognized throughout the jewelry industry. He has been awarded
the prestigious DeBeers Diamonds Today Award four times and is a three-time winner of the
American Gem Trade Association's Spectrum Design Competition. He has earned membership in
the highly respected American Jewelry Design Council, where he is accompanied by 25 of America's
most influential and talented designers.
Jean-Francois Albert has a well-deserved reputation as a prolific designer and a master craftsman.
His clean and simple style can be seen in his collections of signature rings, contemporary diamond
rings, and tasteful colored stone jewelry pieces. These trend setting designs can be found in
leading jewelry stores throughout the United States. Your first impression on JFA's jewelry will
be the quality and workmanship of the designs, and the unusual, yet incredibly comfortable finger
shape of the rings. Each piece, entirely produced in his own studio, proudly displays the JFA
trademark, identifying it as genuine. Own an original and enjoy the
distinctive artistry of Jean-Francois Albert, desgined for a lifetime.
Visit the Jean-Francois Albert website.
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Renowned jewelry designer
John Atencio
began his extraordinary career in 1968. His success led him to open his first
store in Ft. Collins, Colorado in 1976, selling one-of-a-kind silver and gold creations. More than 30 years later,
with two DeBeers Diamonds of Distinction awards, 7 retail boutiques and a wholesale division that sells to more than
200 accounts worldwide, John still designs each piece. Working with a team of talented goldsmiths, each design bears
the trademark stamp that signifies the quality and craftsmanship that is distinctive of John Atencio.
In 1995, John introduced his uniquely identifiable and highly collectible Elements Collection that offers timeless
elegance for customers of all ages. The combination of sterling silver and 18K gold with vibrant gemstones and a
trilogy of symbols represents the lines of communication, the golden circle of family and friends, and the triangles
of the connecting relationships that harmonize life.
From the inviting boutiques that feature John’s latest collections to the unique marketing and merchandising approach,
the signature look of John Atencio is consistent throughout. The creative vision of John Atencio Inc. has been gaining
momentum throughout the years, with its local reach extending to national markets, enhancing brand recognition worldwide.
John Atencio, Inc. is a family-oriented business with an open door policy and a team spirit that welcomes and inspires
creativity in every department. John’s warm and generous spirit has also gained notoriety through his encouragement and
participation in community involvement with organizations that provide medical research, resources, and relief in several
communities across the nation.
Visit the John Atencio website.
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