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Posted to a Jewelry Group - 7/14/04

I came home from work this evening and found an amazing treat. The Jewels of Miriam Haskell by our own Cathy Gordon and her partner in brilliance, Sheila Pamfiloff.

I can't even begin to describe how perfect this book is. Cover to cover, it is as beautiful as a Haskell jewel. As you might expect, given the authors, the organization is superb, the research is impeccable, and the photography is to die for.

If you haven't ordered this book yet, do it quick!!! If you don't want to buy it for yourself, tell every person who loves you that it's all you want for (fill in your holiday of choice here). And if you really want to win friends and influence people, give it as a gift. Even non-jewelry collectors will drool.

Cheri......
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Subject: book 7/16/04

Hi, Cathy! The book arrived.....   1) It's terrific! Love the info and the pix. Can't wait to read it ALL. The watercolors just knock me out and the story accompanying them is amazing. You must have been going nuts when you heard this. Natch I love the jewelry pix, but you guys did a swell job on the research side as well.

Great job, Cath, and please tell Sheila the same.

Kathy....................
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7/16/04

Hi Cathy,

I was so excited and pleased to receive your Haskell book. Of course, I just did a quick look at the fab pictures, and am trying to get my tasks done today so I can sneak a better look. And after I get some time, I can't wait to actually read the text.


........ the photography is stupendous. And the pieces are just so wonderful that I feel like increasing our mortgage so I could find and spend thousands on similar pieces. This book will be by my bedstand. Maybe now I will go to bed at a reasonable time because I know I want a half hour of reading this each night.

...... You must be very proud, and you deserve that feeling of pride.  I know how much work goes into writing a book...... Anyway, I so admire what you two did.

Congratulations and warmest regards,

.......give me compliments to Sheila;  she did a fantastic photography
job.  And based on what I was reading today, I was able to spot a doctored
or fake Haskell set being sold on ebay and refrained from bidding.

Regards,

Linda.......
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7/16/04

Hi Sheila. The book is fabulous........ I have thoroughly enjoyed it and am about to die to think that a few of the pieces I have owned at one time never realizing that they were Haskell. My collection is modest but I love every piece.

Molly.........
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Subject: HEY THERE GALS 7/16/04

Just got THE book...........this is so great..........I started reading the pictures.........and what did I spy was a pin/brooch that my mother had that sold years ago as I didnt know anything - about any thing then..........Its the one on page 15. large wood balls..........now I knew it was wood........and leather.........and it dangled.....this gal came by - and it went for $8 I think..........boo-hoo big time...........ya live and ya learn..........

Many thanks gals for the great piece of work.............

Alice.......
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Two Posts to a Jewelry Group 7/16/04

Have to tell you just received the new Haskell book......wonderfull
publication - page composition and photos.......always read the
pictures first.......then the text........:)


I got my copy, too. HATS OFF to Cathy and Sheila - it's a terrific book, There's only one problem, and that's trying to remember where I left my bib before opening it again....wouldn't want to ruin the pages with all that drool!

Suzanne........
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7/17/04
Dearest Sheila,

This is the most beautiful book. I only wish Miriam was here to see it. Congratulations to you both. My husband won't put it down. He said it's great.  You two are the best.
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Best to you both,
Jeanie.................
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7/17/04

Hi Sheila,

The Haskell book arrived and it is such a delight. So much information it will take a while to absorb it, if I ever do.  ........

The pictures are wonderful. You two did such a great overall job.  ............

Of course, now that I've read your book, I regret almost all the nice pieces of Haskell I sold. I have to keep reminding myself that I am a dealer, not a collector. I found a few things I had sold. A few I had passed up. And a very few minor ones that I still have.

Janet...............
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7/19/04

Subject: Book order
Barbara ..... is a friend of mine, met you at one of the workshops ...... and says your book is out... how did I miss it?!  I would like to order one if I may......... Barb just got hers and is raving about how fabulous it is! 
Warmly,
Terry........
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7/19/04

Thank You, Thank You, Thank You.

What a beautiful book. You both have surpassed yourselves. The illustrations are absoulutely beautiful. I just scanned through, but it will take me a few days to read and absorb it all.
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Again Thanks a million. Will talk to you soon.
All the best,

Millie.......................
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7/19/04

Hi Guys,

Got your book today...It look terrific! I'll get to read it thoroughly tomorrow when we head down state .........!
Thanks, Smile,
Cricket..........
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7/19/04

Hi Sheila,

The book came today.  It certainly is beautiful; and gives me something to look for.  You guys did a great job!
Wendy..........................
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Posted to Jewelry Group 7/19/04

YEAH Sheila great to see you aboard! My hands are shaking in excitement for
the Haskell Book.  Good Job.....

Roger.......
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Posted to Jewelry Group 7/19/04

Welcome to the ....., Shelia!!!!!
Also much congratulations on the Miriam Haskell book.

Amy.....
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Posted to Jewelry Group 7/19/04

Sheila, welcome to Jewelry .....!

Your book arrived today.  I can't put it down!  You and Cathy  have done a
great job! I see you are the photographer.  Lot of talent there too.

Faye..........
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Posted to Jewelry Group 7/19/04

I just wanted you all to know that my incredible book arrived today. This is a MUST HAVE for all our collections. The photography is outstanding. I cannot wait to read and absorb all of the wonderful information and pictures!!

Congratulations to you both. It's OUTSTANDING!!!

Hugs,

Robin ......................................
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7/19/04

Book arrived in today's mail......FABULOUS!!!   

Gala....................
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7/20/04

Cathy & Sheila,

I've been through your book 3 times now. It is wonderful.  I plan to take it along next time I visit my sister. ........ it might take her mind off things to spend time looking through the your book.

Carol.........
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7/20/04

Got your book, it is absolutely terrific. ......... I think you have set a new standard for jewelry collectibles books. Not just pictures, but a methodology for recognizing fabrication techniques. Most excellent!

Hugs,

Barb.................
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7/20/04

Cathy:

The book is so beautiful! You and Shelia did a fantastic job with the layout and photography.  Although I have my jewelry at home to look at, it looks even better photographed. The picture of Millie's big necklace looks awesome.  ..........when the book came yesterday I only had a little time to look through it and read here and
there. What I read has so much information I can't wait to read the whole book. I read the part about Frank Hess wearing top hat and just loved that little bit of information. Thank you .......I still want to buy another one. Now that I see all the
other beautiful Haskell I feel I must have it all. However, the hunt for GREAT HASKELL will be even harder once everyone gets your book.
Thanks again.
Hugs,

Sandy...............
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