One of the auction’s star lots will be a Cartier, French, cultured pearl and emerald “Panth?re” bracelet, composed of five strands of cultured pearls, measuring approx. 3.9 to 3.5mm, signed Cartier and mounted in blackened silver and eighteen karat gold (est. $1,000-$1,500).

A sapphire and diamond three-stone ring mounted in eighteen karat gold also stands out in the sale with its 1.60 circular-cut carat sapphire centered between two old mine-cut diamonds, weighing approx. 1.20 and 1.10 carats each (pre-sale est. $6,000-$8,000).

Also highlighted in the auction will be a David Webb, 1.25 carat diamond pav?-set ring, mounted in platinum and eighteen karat gold and signed Webb (pre-sale est. $4,000-$6,000); an art deco diamond, emerald and platinum ring (est. $3,000-$5,000); and an opal diamond ring (est. $3,000-$5,000).

Deborah Boskin, Jewelry Specialist at Bonhams, says of the auction, “Coming off 2011, which was one of our strongest jewelry sale years in history, we are excited to begin 2012 with our spring auction. The wide array of signed, period and contemporary jewelry holds something for collectors and jewelry enthusiasts alike.”

Also at Bonhams, leading up to the Salon Jewelry sale, will be the Period Art & Design auction, March 25-26 in San Francisco, featuring jewelry, pens and writing instruments, photographs and ethnographic art, in addition to its always anticipated selection of fine art, furniture, decorative arts and rugs.

Jewelry highlights from the Period Art & Design auction will include a pair of diamond and yellow-plated eighteen karat white gold hoop earrings (est. $1,200-$1,500) and a diamond and emerald swan brooch (est. $800-$1,000).

Additional highlights will include a Tabriz carpet, circa 1920, from Northwest Persia, measuring approx. 8ft. 11in. x 13ft. 2in. (est. $2,500-$3,500); a Gothic style Aubusson tapestry from the fourth quarter of the 19th century, worked in autumnal shades, depicting maidens and guards under banners surrounded by exuberant flowering vines (est. $2,000-$3,000); a George III, inlaid mahogany knife box from the fourth quarter of the 18th century (est. $1,000-$1,500); and a pietra dura mounted ebonized rosewood jewelry box, circa 1900 (est. $1,000-$1,500).

Among the notable furniture on offer will be a mid-18th century, German Rococo walnut chest of drawers (est. $3,000-$5,000); a Louis XV, gilt metal mounted rosewood and parquetry writing table from the fourth quarter of the 19th century (est. $3,000-$4,000); a George III, mahogany architect’s desk from the last quarter of the 18th century (est. $2,000-$3,000); and an assembled set of five, mid-19th century, Anglo Indian ebonized armchairs in the Regency taste (est. $1,800-$2,200).

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Revenue increased by 20% in the fourth quarter with organic growth of 12%. This performance is in line with the favourable trends observed since the beginning of the year, and compares to the fourth quarter of 2010 which also grew.

Profit from recurring operations increased by 22% to 5 263 million Euros, a performance which is even more remarkable when compared to the strong growth recorded in 2010. Current operating margin continued to improve, reaching 22% in 2011.

Group share of net profit was 3 065 million Euros, an increase of 1% compared to 2010 which included a non-recurrent financial gain. Excluding this gain, the growth in Group share of net profit would have been 34%.

Bernard Arnault, Chairman and CEO of LVMH, said: “2011 was another great vintage for LVMH, highlighting once again the power of our brands, the excellence of our craftsmanship and the appeal of our products. Our businesses enjoyed excellent momentum and profit from recurring operations passed the threshold of €5 billion for the first time. The agreement with the Bulgari family was one of the key moments of the year. In 2012, LVMH intends to further strengthen its global leadership position in high quality products by relying on its sound, long- term strategy.”

Watches & Jewelry: market share gains

The Watches & Jewelry business group recorded organic revenue growth of 23% in 2011. Profit from recurring operations doubled as a result of the 41% increase in results on a comparable structure basis and the integration of Bulgari, consolidated as of 30 June 2011. The LVMH brands continued their sustained growth across all geographies. Driven by strong demand, this remarkable momentum resulted in new market share gains. TAG Heuer made a splash with the launch of two exceptional products entirely developed and manufactured by its own workshop: the Micrograph 100 and the Mikrotimer Flying 1000. Hublot continued its innovations with the launch of Masterpieces, the new watch collection of Grandes Complications, and extended its store network. Zenith benefited from the renewal of its emblematic lines which demonstrate the first class craftsmanship of its Manufacture. Bulgari’s excellent performance across all categories confirmed the considerable appeal of its products. The collections, which were developed around the theme Serpenti, a symbol for the Maison since the 1950s, were very well received. Driven by the strong momentum at their network of stores, the other jewelry brands Chaumet, De Beers and Fred, continued to develop their star collections.

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A BAEconomics report, commissioned by Rio Tinto to look into the benefits and costs of autonomous technology, concludes that investment in mining technology and innovation should sustain long-term competitiveness while also providing the broader economic benefits likely to flow from a strong mining industry.

The report, titled “Autonomous and remote operation technologies in the mining industry: benefits and costs” examines the advances in new technology, showing that while the costs and challenges of automation in the mining sector are substantial, they are potentially far outweighed by the benefits they can deliver.

The report also concludes that as automated systems allow workers to communicate with and control machinery remotely, this removes their exposure to hazardous mining environments, reduces or eliminates health and safety risks, and makes for a more attractive workplace. The appeal of these new roles, and the potential for them to be located in more desirable locations will broaden employment opportunities and attract more talent to the mining industry.

Rio Tinto head of innovation John McGagh said “The BAEconomics report highlights the increasingly complex challenges being faced by the mining industry. Our industry is facing maturing ore bodies, fewer tier-one deposits, increasingly complex geographies and labour shortages and the report details how innovation in autonomous technologies can play an important role in addressing these challenges.

“The revolutionary technologies being tested now cement Rio Tinto’s leading position in the field of mining innovation. In Iron Ore, we’re introducing automated trucks, blast-hole drill rigs, sorting machines and trains, all of which are capable of being controlled by our Operations Centre in Perth, which already integrates our port, rail and mine logistics.

“Rio Tinto’s research partnerships also help to set us ahead of the pack. The Rio Tinto Centre for Mine Automation, established at the University of Sydney is one of five global research centres with links to Universities. These research centres bring together the experience and know-how of our own technology and mining professionals with some of the best academic minds to achieve changes that are transforming the way mining, processing and energy are approached.”

Rio Tinto’s Mine of the FutureTM programme has been running for the past four years, aimed at finding advanced ways to mine and extract minerals more efficiently while reducing environmental impacts and improving safety.

Download the report by BAEconomics: http://www.baeconomics.com.au/publications

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The very elegant Manyata Dutt along with Robert Dreyfuss, Chairman- Rotary Watches graced the launch of this affordably stylish and innovative watch brand at Bezel, Atria Mall and unveiled the two new collections by Rotary Watches- Rotary Evolution and Rotary Aquaspeed. While Aquaspeed sports watch will appeal to a sports enthusiast with chronograph movements and technical instrumentation, Rotary Evolution are avant-garde multiple time zone performance watches. All Rotary watches are supplied with a manufacturers lifetime guarantee.

The Rotary Aquaspeed collection emphasizes Rotary’s commitment to the expansion of its portfolio beyond traditional dress watch designs. Inspired by models first launched in the 1950’s and 1960’s, the Aquaspeed collection puts a modern spin on Rotary’s classic styles and has also added two new ladies watches to the collection. Featuring Austrian crystal set bezels, the ladies watch features a stainless steel case with PVD rose gold bezel, cream mother of pearl dial and combination PVD rose gold and stainless steel bracelet, while the other option for a ladies watch is crafted from PVD rose gold, has a pink mother of pearl dial and white leather strap- a perfect blend of elegance coupled with precision and design!

The Rotary Evolution range is statement watches that offer impressive travel-related functionality and striking good looks. Encompassing a capsule collection of travel-centric timepieces, this new sub-brand of Rotary Watches is the result of three years of design and development resulting in a truly ground-breaking cluster of contemporary timepieces. This family of chronograph watches is available in three colourways: stainless steel, PVD rose gold and PVD yellow gold. Remaining true to the essence of the Evolution brand, each dial has striking red dial accents. The chronograph movement allows fractions of time to be measured and is therefore aimed at those choosing a more sports-inspired piece.

Commenting on the launch of Rotary watches in India, Manyata Dutt said, “The precision, design and detailing of these innovative watches will surely beckon the watch connoisseur in India. The watches are extremely comfortable whilst exuding the perfect style statement. Each timepiece is the right blend of sophistication coupled with the finest Swiss watch making technology. Practical yet superbly stylish!!”

Talking about the launch of Rotary Watches in India, Robert Dreyfuss, Chairman, Rotary Watches, said, “Given this is our first exclusive presence in India who better to partner with than the Gitanjali Group, a name symbolic of trust, purity and dedication to quality! Combining our core values, we offer to the Indian consumer a range of watches that are innovative, avant garde and carry the hallmark of fine Swiss watchmaking technology, with the assured quality and elegance. We hope that we receive a warm response from our discerning patrons in India”

Rotary Watches are priced at Rs. 12,000 onwards.

Available at:
Bezel store, Atria Mall, Mumbai
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The star of the film dazzled in an A. Link for Forevermark 17.34 tcw Bubble Collection Cuff set in 18k White Gold. Andrea also selected to wear Forevermark diamond rings, and Forevermark Diamond Teardrop Earrings set in 18k White Gold.

The premiere, sponsored by Forevermark and held at the Ziegfeld Theatre, New York attracted many stars from the worlds of film and fashion, including Rachel Roy, Zac Posen and Donna Karan.

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On February 3, 2012, the Executive Committee of the Company chaired by ALROSA’s President Fyodor Andreev met at the Company’s head office in Mirny. The Executive Committee discussed implementation of the exploration program up to 2018 and the results of the exploration complex in 2011. The Company’s expenditures on exploration and onsite exploration in 2011 amounted to approximately RUB 4 billion, in 2012 it is planned to allocate over RUB 5 billion 358 million for these purposes. The aggregate increment in diamond reseOn February 3, 2012, the Executive Committee of the Company chaired by ALROSA’s President Fyodor Andreev met at the Company’s head office in Mirny.

The Executive Committee discussed implementation of the exploration program up to 2018 and the results of the exploration complex in 2011. The Company’s expenditures on exploration and onsite exploration in 2011 amounted to approximately RUB 4 billion, in 2012 it is planned to allocate over RUB 5 billion 358 million for these purposes.

The aggregate increment in diamond reserves for 2011 amounted to some 30 million carats, the forecast resources of ?1 category-to some 47 million carats, primarily, resulting from the exploration of the Nyurbinskaya placer and upper levels of the Zarya pipe. Over the reporting period, the licenses for exploration and mining of five new diamond deposits (Verkhne-Munskoye, the pipes Dalnyaya, Mayskaya, the alluvial mines Ebelyakh and Gusinaya) were obtained, exploration projects were drawn up and their implementation commenced.

In November 2011 the Company received a state certificate establishing the discovery of a new diamond deposit-the Zarya pipe. The Executive Committee discussed a reform of ALROSA’s aviation assets. The key tasks of reforming the Mirny Aviation Division are to ensure the year-round transport accessibility in Western Yakutia, connection with the near-by regional centers (Yakutsk, Irkutsk, Novosibirsk, Khabarovsk, and Krasnoyarsk), with the Russia’s central regions and resort zones, meet the Company’s internal demands (aerosurveying, cargo transportation, supply deliveries to exploration expeditions, etc.). Besides, within the scope of the reform, the air fleet is to be replaced and modern energy-efficient aircraft are to be bought, flight safety being a major priority.

The Executive Committee found it expedient to establish a detached affiliate to handle the Company’s aviation operations, and to preparing the relevant documentation for the Supervisory Board to examine the gratuitous transfer of the Company’s airport assets to the federal ownership. Besides, the proposals on the replacement of the aircraft will be prepared within a month. Also, the Program of optimizing the structure of ALROSA’s subsidiaries and controlled companies up to 2021 was approved. It is planned to cut down the number of the Company’s subsidiaries and controlled companies by 2021. ALROSA is planning to retain the subsidiaries and controlled companies that are directly involved in the core production, in implementation of the sales policy and carry out social functions.

The Executive Committee discussed the development strategy of CJSC Geotransgaz and LLC Urengoy Gas Company in the framework of the Company’s liabilities to repurchase these assets from VTB Group. The plans for joint development, together with OJSC Zarubezhneft, of three gas and gas-condensate fields – Beregovoy, Ust-Yamsoveysky and Urengoysky – in the north-west of Purovsky District, Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous District. The license-holders are CJSC Geotransgaz and LLC Urengoy Gas Company. To become a part of the project, Zarubezhneft intends to purchase from ALROSA blocking stakes in the authorized capital of the companies-license holders.

The relevant agreement of intent was signed by ALROSA’s President Fyodor Andreev and General Director of Zarubezhneft Nikolay Brunich. Besides, the Executive Committee considered the reform of ALROSA’s cutting and polishing facilities, approved the list of candidates proposed in 2012 to be nominated for election to the management and governance bodies of the subsidiaries and controlled companies, and approved alterations and amendments in some of ALROSA’s regulatory documents.rves for 2011 amounted to some 30 million carats, the forecast resources of ?1 category-to some 47 million carats, primarily, resulting from the exploration of the Nyurbinskaya placer and upper levels of the Zarya pipe.

Over the reporting period, the licenses for exploration and mining of five new diamond deposits (Verkhne-Munskoye, the pipes Dalnyaya, Mayskaya, the alluvial mines Ebelyakh and Gusinaya) were obtained, exploration projects were drawn up and their implementation commenced. In November 2011 the Company received a state certificate establishing the discovery of a new diamond deposit-the Zarya pipe. The Executive Committee discussed a reform of ALROSA’s aviation assets.

The key tasks of reforming the Mirny Aviation Division are to ensure the year-round transport accessibility in Western Yakutia, connection with the near-by regional centers (Yakutsk, Irkutsk, Novosibirsk, Khabarovsk, and Krasnoyarsk), with the Russia’s central regions and resort zones, meet the Company’s internal demands (aerosurveying, cargo transportation, supply deliveries to exploration expeditions, etc.). Besides, within the scope of the reform, the air fleet is to be replaced and modern energy-efficient aircraft are to be bought, flight safety being a major priority.

The Executive Committee found it expedient to establish a detached affiliate to handle the Company’s aviation operations, and to preparing the relevant documentation for the Supervisory Board to examine the gratuitous transfer of the Company’s airport assets to the federal ownership. Besides, the proposals on the replacement of the aircraft will be prepared within a month. Also, the Program of optimizing the structure of ALROSA’s subsidiaries and controlled companies up to 2021 was approved. It is planned to cut down the number of the Company’s subsidiaries and controlled companies by 2021. ALROSA is planning to retain the subsidiaries and controlled companies that are directly involved in the core production, in implementation of the sales policy and carry out social functions.

The Executive Committee discussed the development strategy of CJSC Geotransgaz and LLC Urengoy Gas Company in the framework of the Company’s liabilities to repurchase these assets from VTB Group. The plans for joint development, together with OJSC Zarubezhneft, of three gas and gas-condensate fields – Beregovoy, Ust-Yamsoveysky and Urengoysky – in the north-west of Purovsky District, Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous District. The license-holders are CJSC Geotransgaz and LLC Urengoy Gas Company. To become a part of the project, Zarubezhneft intends to purchase from ALROSA blocking stakes in the authorized capital of the companies-license holders.

The relevant agreement of intent was signed by ALROSA’s President Fyodor Andreev and General Director of Zarubezhneft Nikolay Brunich. Besides, the Executive Committee considered the reform of ALROSA’s cutting and polishing facilities, approved the list of candidates proposed in 2012 to be nominated for election to the management and governance bodies of the subsidiaries and controlled companies, and approved alterations and amendments in some of ALROSA’s regulatory documents.

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The day-long community workshops have been scheduled in the following communities:

• NWT Métis Nation – Feb. 7, 9:30 am-6:00 pm (Hay River)
• Yellowknives Dene First Nation – Feb. 9, 9:30 am-6:00 pm, 
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• Wekweeti – Feb. 13, 9:30 am-6:00 pm, Community Hall
• Whati – Feb. 14, 9:30 am-6:00 pm, Culture Centre
• Lutsel K’e – Feb. 15, 9:30 am-6:00 pm, Zah Lockhart Community Hall
• Behchoko – Feb. 16, 9:30 am-6:00 pm, Culture Centre
• Gameti – Feb. 17, 9:30 am-6:00 pm, Community Hall

Meetings with the North Slave Métis Alliance and Deninu Kue First Nation in Fort Resolution have not yet been scheduled.

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