Word: carat
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Dates: during 1990-1999
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...Ladies in her day had to be delicate about such matters, but with a voice full of foreboding she'd offer these words to the wise: "He's never going to buy the cow if he can get the milk for free." The cow, of course, was the one-carat rock, the white picket fence, the happily ever after...
...Scoop: If you re willing to shell out $100,000, then you and your lucky companion can revel in the Ritz Carlton's "Millennium Experience." This super-luxe package delivers millenial-themed keepsakes such as 18-Carat gold Bvigari watches for him and her, a set of two Baccarat flutes, a magnum of Taittinger champagne, a chauffeured Jaguar (or Mercedes) for the weekend, and a signature gift from each Ritz-Carlton hotel reflecting the culture and character of the region. Better book fast, only one couple in each of its 35 locations worldwide...
...outdone, Hilton Hotels as of May is allowing members of its HHonors Worldwide program to trade in 600,000 points for a one-carat-diamond engagement ring. For those who still want to travel but are looking for something different, Marriott Rewards and Hyatt Hotels Gold Passport programs offer cruises to a host of exotic destinations for top members. Hilton counters with a six-night safari for two in Kenya, at a cost of 250,000 HHonors Worldwide points. "It's those different, unanticipated awards that are so meaningful to our members," says Jeff Diskin, president and chief operating officer...
...starry night at Brennan's in the French Quarter. A 10-carat diamond has been nestled in the Bananas Foster by a handsome swain under the influence of one too many romantic comedies. As his lovely maiden scoops up the ring, he asks, "Will you marry me?" Her face lights up with joy. But a moment later a slight frown crosses her pretty brow. Looking deep into his eyes, she inquires, "Do you mean really, really marry...
...Heisman was one of the first items to go. The $500,000 inventory list submitted to Fujisaki by the Goldman family lawyers also included a $700 Buffalo Bills helmet, a $25,500 Andy Warhol silkscreen of Simpson, Simpson's $60,000 Chevy Suburban, a $40,000 14-carat gold necklace with 89 diamonds, plus an assortment of golf clubs, Baccarat crystal vases, Limoges china and sports trophies. While the Goldman estate also seeks stocks and interests in five Simpson companies, it is not clear if Fujisaki made a decision on confiscation of investment portfolios. In any case, O.J. probably hasn...