DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT
BY CAROL BESLER
JB STAR BRINGS FRESH INSIGHT TO A TRADE STEEPED IN TRADITION JEWELRY DESIGNER
P assion, dedication, and striving for excellence — the history of JB Star began in 1946 when Rafael Fouzailoff’s father became one of the largest manufacturers of loose diamonds in Israel. For Rafael, diamonds were always much more than a commodity; they were his heart and
soul, an outlet for remarkable creativity, design, and purpose. A true visionary, Rafael founded JB Star in 1980 and has since steadfastly produced timeless, stunning pieces of the highest quality jewelry in the world. Every JB Star creation is crafted by hand, using only platinum or 18k yellow and pink gold. The quality of the stones is of the highest quality, without compromise. “Beautifully crafted jewelry is forever,” says Rafael. “It is a gift that will be handed down from one generation to another. It is a way for you to experience the pleasure of wearing the most unique creations designed for the most symbolic moments of love.”
Rafael firmly believes that it is not enough to be a good designer; skill, knowledge, experience, and an ability to adapt and evolve with clientele is critical to his success. JB Star jewelry is proudly designed and manufactured one piece at a time in the company’s Fifth Avenue workshop in New York City. “JB Star is a brand for individuals who are passionate about jewelry and consider their pieces to be wearable works of art,” says Rafael.
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