The jewelry gods have smiled upon us. For Cartier is unloading diamonds at 50 to 70 percent off. And they’re not the only ones: Judith Ripka, Di Modolo, Damiani, Gucci, Maurice Lacroix, and Coach are all marking down their jewelry and watches as well. We can guarantee a mob scene, because this kind of jewelry never goes on sale. Thank you, recession!

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