Tens of thousands of years ago, Stone Age man inaugurated a tradition that has been honored throughout the course of human history. Before writing was developed and before crops were ever planted, men were plying women with jewelry. Ivory bracelets and shell beads from the Paleolithic period bear witness to the longing for ornamentation. Since the dawn of time, naturally, fashions have evolved a bit, but the wish for beautiful jewelry is still with us.

Through the decades, the reasons for making and giving jewelry have varied. Fine jewelry can be a testimony to love-or apology. It can be a pick-me-up gift to oneself witness Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany's?) Some use jewelry as a way to show off their social position. Some people have more functional jewelry, such as hairpins, buckles, or brooches. What has always remained uniform is that quality jewelry of any sort makes a welcome gift.

Whether you are looking for cufflinks, studs, or watches for a man or rings, bangles, or pins for a woman, Geary's of Beverly Hills offers the work of some of the most innovative jewelry designers of this era. You will not be disappointed.

From the graceful femininity of a Penny Preville necklace to the charming work of Jay Strongwater or the ultra-modern watches by Ritmo Mvndo, you can find fine jewelry to suit any desires. Find shimmering pearls, sparkling diamonds, and unusual jeweled creations among their many offerings.

When the first Stone Age man presented the girl in the next cave over with a necklace strung with shell beads, he could not have imagined what he started! Giving fine jewelry, no matter the occasion, has become a tried and true way to please. Say "I love you" with a gorgeous diamond pendant or show her how well you know her by choosing a charming jeweled pin featuring her favorite animal. No matter what you choose, few things are in the timeless good taste as fine jewelry.