SAM’S SPARKLES! SAM’S CLUB has dynamically redesigned its jewelry program and now features a wider array of high-quality jewelry, crystal and designer fragrances. SAM’S CLUB Jewelry departments are no longer leased but are now operated solely by our SAM’S Associates, enabling clubs to deliver exceptional items to our Members at extraordinary values. Members can find an impressive selection of items from such well-known designers as Water ford, Versace, Cartier and Mont Blanc, for a fraction of  jewelry-stor prices. “, “By bringing  the SAM’S CLUB jewelry operations in-house, we can now bring better jewelr y and luxur gifts to our Members. The quality and pricing of our fine jewelr items offer amazing value, and we are excited to be able to pass these savings on to our Members,”  Tom Grimm, President CEO  of SAM’S CLUB, said.  The transition started with almost 30 clubs in select test markets and rapidly expanded to include every SAM’S CLUB in the nation. Jewelry selections vary by location, but every club offers International Gemological Institute (IGI)- certified diamond solitaires, three- stone rings and diamond stud earrings. IGI is the world’s most r ecognizable standard for deter mining the values of pr ecious stones and assur es Members  they ar e receiving the highest quality and value. oF 5 v Ee LS ale (ez bs Other jewelr selections at SAM’S CLUB include gold merchandise, cultured and fresh water pearls and seasonal merchandise, such as diamond heart-shaped  pendants. In addition,  SAM’S CLUB offers a  variety of quality  diamond engagement  rings, anniversary  bands, earrings and  pendants.  The Company’s buyers  carefully select diamonds  to ensure Members  receive top-quality jewelry  merchandise at the best possible prices. In every area, SAM’S CLUB jewelry ranks as high or higher than other retail chain jewelry stores. Just one example of the  outstanding value provided through this program is a 14k yellow  gold oval sapphire (8.60cttw)  and diamond (.96cttw) bracelet  that sells at SAM’S CLUB for  $733.97. The same bracelet  sells at other jewelry  retailers for $1,695.00.  “Our Members  can always count on us to select fine diamonds, gemstones and gift items that both meet their needs and reflect an exceptional value. Our goal is to provide Members with the merchandise they desire at the very best possible price. This new jewelry program is simply another way in which we are doing just that,” Grimm said. ©