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Surf Ring Flaunt your passion for each other--and Hawai'i--with tropically inspired custom wedding sets by island designers Sara Smith Photography by Jason Moore Maui Master Jewelers Wedding rings date back to the ancient Egyptians, who wove ceremonial bands of hemp, twigs or stems to symbolize unity and love. As culture evolved, so did the tradition, with the permanence of metals like gold and silver becoming de rigueur. Today, many jewelry designers are taking a cue from ancient custom by looking to nature. Reflecting Love’s Depth Named 2005/2006 Designer of the Year by the Hawai‘i Jewelers Association, Maui-born Gary Mukai crafts fine jewelry in his Wailuku studio. Precision Goldsmiths ~ 16 North Market Street, Wailuku ~ (808) 986-8282 Gift from the forest Husband-and-wife jewelers Carol and Michael Schwarz have a synergy all their own. Maui Master Jewelers ~ 3655 Baldwin Avenue, Makawao ~ (808) 573-5400 A Story to Tell

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