Prestige Promenade pearls and sweets
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18 | thejewelr ybook.com If you could travel at a moment's notice, where would you go? I would travel back to Tanzania. e scenery at sunset is breathtaking and makes you appreciate nature and the earth as it was from its origin. What is the most exciting gemstone you had in your hands – what was the design? A 7ct fancy intense green pear-shaped diamond that was so perfectly cut and faceted. I was so impressed by the brilliance of the stone. Born in Israel and raised in New York, Rafael Fouzailo has been deeply inoled in the diamond industry om an early age. is lifelong immersion in the world of diamonds and precious gems is owed to his father, Yehuda Fouzailo . In 1946, Yehuda founded what would later become one of Israel's largest diamond manufacturing companies, Paz Diamonds. Paz Diamonds gained recognition not only as a DeBeer's Sightholder but also for pioneering the cutting of the Princessa cut, later to be known as the Princess cut diamond. In 1980, the Fouzailo family expanded their endeavors into the creation of ne jewelry. While studying for his MBA at NYU, Rafael established JB Star in New York City. For over four decades, JB Star has earned acclaim and success by maintaining the highest standards of excellence and a deep passion for precision. JB Star has maintained relationships with the most esteemed jewelry retailers in the USA since the brand's debut in 1980. Each piece is meticulously handcra ed om start to nish at JB Star's state-of-the-art Fi h Avenue facility, ensuring unparalleled quality, precision, and attention to detail. Rafael rmly upholds the belief that being a skilled designer alone is not enough; trust, integrity, and an ability to adapt and evole with clientele is critical to his success. e Fouzailo family and JB Star exemplify the enduring tradition of a family business committed to unwavering excellence. I love our Getting to Know feature as it allows me to introduce you to noteworthy people in the industry. Rafael is someone that I have admired since I first met him in his New York office with my mother-in-law, Audrey Bromstad, 20 years ago. I was thrilled to meet everyone in his office and listen to these two legendary figures talk and reminisce about the jewelry industry. As a newcomer to the business, I was all ears as I listened and learned their business philosophies. Now I'm thrilled to provide you with this look into the person behind the exquisite designs and beauty of JB Star! —Nicole Rafael & family as Rafael won IDCA Manufactuer of the Year Getting to Know Rafael, JB Star Designer Winter 2024 | Editorial