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Mother’s Toggle Bracelet

The Mother's Toggle Bracelet is a timeless setting to display your child's winning gemstone. The gem is expertly set for maximum light reflection and to frame the gemstone in its natural splendor as it dangles from the wrist. The Moon Over Mountains symbol is etched on each side of the mounting and the bracelet features a polished heart-shaped disk.

This is a great bracelet for a mom who has a single winner, multiple winners, or for children who have won a gemstone multiple times throughout the history of the contest.

The alluring Mother's Bracelet will become an heirloom to always remind a mother of her child.

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Mother’s Curb-Link Bracelet

The Mother's Curb-Link Bracelet is a timeless setting to display your child's winning gemstone. The gem is expertly set for maximum light reflection and to frame the gemstone in its natural splendor as it dangles from the wrist. The Moon Over Mountains symbol is etched on each side of the mounting and the bracelet features a polished heart-shaped disk.

This is a great bracelet for a mom who has a single winner, multiple winners, or for children who have won a gemstone multiple times throughout the history of the contest.

The alluring Mother's Curb-Link Bracelet will become an heirloom to always remind a mother of her child. The bracelet contains a sturdy lobster clasp or safety.

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Mother’s Heart Charm Bracelet

The Mother's Bracelet is a timeless setting to display your child's winning gemstone. The gem is expertly set for maximum light reflection and to frame the gemstone in its natural splendor as it dangles from the wrist. The Moon Over Mountains symbol is etched on each side of the mounting and the bracelet features a polished heart-shaped disk.

The alluring Mother's Bracelet will become an heirloom to always remind a mother of her child.

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Mother & Me

Like a beacon of light, a diamond glows above your child's winning gemstone in the alluring 14K gold Mother & Me^™pendant. This design allows every mom to wear a cherished memory every day. Each piece is handset and artistically etched with the Moon Over Mountains® trademark on the sides. The rabbit-ear bale is oversized to accommodate larger chains. Every Mother & Me^™ pendant is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Halo

Showing the timeless love of a mother and child, the 14K gold Halo™ is both modern and sporty and is bezel set with your child's winning gemstone. It is artistically etched with the Moon Over Mountains® trademark on the base. The pendant slides freely on a chain with no prongs to snag. A great conversation starter, the Mother's Halo will be enjoyed forever. Every Halo pendant is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Mother’s Heart

Symbolizing the eternal bond of a mother and child, the Mother's Heart™ is designed with two facing Arms of Love®. The captivating 14K gold necklace artistically displays your child's winning gemstone. Three prongs cleverly embrace an amethyst or garnet that appears to float in the center. The Mother's heart pendant will be loved, worn every day and will become an heirloom to be passed down for generations. The bail is slightly oversized to accommodate larger chains. Every Mother's Heart pendant is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Mother’s Moon

A jewelry treasure, the Mother's Moon pendant displays a brilliant diamond set above your child's winning gemstone in 14K gold. The bail is oversized to accommodate larger chains. The Moon Over Mountains® insignia is artfully dispayed on the undergallery and cradles the diamond. The symbolism in this piece is the diamond represents the moon rising above a mountain. This "moon" represents your child. Every Mother's Moon pendant is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Harmony

The enchanting 14K gold Mother's Harmony is designed is perfectly display your child's winning gemstone. Each piece is artistically encircled with the Moon Over Mountains® trademark and securely embraces a garnet or amethyst in four prongs. The bail is oversized to accommodate larger chains. Open and airy, Mother's Harmony will be loved and worn every day. Every Halo pendant is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Mother’s Crown

A jewelry treasure, the Mother's Crown™ pendant displays three brilliant diamonds set above your child's winning gemstone in 14K gold. The bail is oversized to accommodate larger chains. This is a special-order piece. Every Mother's Crown pendant is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Princess

Sparkling diamonds surround your child's winning gemstone in the alluring 14K Princess pendant. The diamond bale is oversized to accommodate larger chains. Every mom will receive a lifetime of enjoyment from this captivating design. This is a special-order piece. Every Princess pendant is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Touch

Magical swirls and gentle curls are artistically etched on the 14K gold Mother's Touch^™ ring. The design appears as a "half heart" on each side of the ring, giving Mother's Touch^™ its distinct style. Wear a memory of your child that will last a lifetime. Every Mother's Touch^™ ring is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Swirl

A graceful 14K gold split shank swirls around your child's winning gemstone. The airy, open design gives the Swirl ring its charming personality. Delicate and sturdy, the Swirl ring is exciting at every angle. This ring will surely be worn and loved every day. Every Swirl ring is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Angel’s Wings

A keepsake born of gentle flame Its soft glow speaks a whispered name And on each side, like watchful light Two diamonds hold the edges bright Wings that guard the gem with care In gentle strength, a sacred pair A heart engraved on each side Where love is held and cannot hide Wear a wonderful memory with timeless beauty. Two brilliant white diamonds accent your child's winning gemstone in 14K gold. Artistically etched with a heart design on each side of the shank, Angel's Wings will always remind a mother of her child. Every Angel's Wings ring is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Legacy

The 14K gold vintage-inspired Mother's Legacy summons the past and shows the eternal bond of a mother and child. Unique ribbed design offers an exciting view at every angle of your child's winning gemstone and is skillfully etched with hearts and the Arms of Love® symbol. The Mother's Legacy will be loved and worn every day as a constant reminder of a child. Every Mother's Legacy ring is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Bouquet

The distinct 14K gold Mother's Bouquet displays two gemstones in any combination. The design symbolizes two children who have won the contest or one child who has won twice. The split shank design offers an exciting view at every angle and is open and airy. The Mother’s Bouquet will be loved and worn every day. Every Mother’s Bouquet ring is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Triple Encore

Representing any combination of three winners and three gemstones, the alluring 14K gold Triple Encore pendant allows every mom to wear a cherished memory every day. Each piece is handset and artistically etched with the Moon Over Mountains® trademark. The Triple Encore is exciting at every angle and will be loved and enjoyed forever. Every Triple Encore pendant is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Encore

The enchanting 14K gold Mother's Encore symbolizes two children who have won the contest or one child who has won two different times. Exciting at every angle, Mother's Encore displays two gemstones in any combination. Etched with the Moon Over Mountains® insignia on the sides. The rabbit-ear bail is oversized to accommodate larger chains. The Mother's Encore will be loved and worn every day. Every Mother's Encore pendant is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Mother and Me

Representing a mother and her child, the alluring 14K gold Mother & Me™ earrings display a diamond above your child's winning gemstone.

The airy, open design allows the gems to be set for maximum light reflection and to frame the gemstones in their natural splendor. Intended to be worn every day, the Mother and Me earrings will become an heirloom to always remind a mother of her child.

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Dangle

Show off your child's winning gemstone in the charming 14K Dangle earrings. Each gemstone is framed with four prongs and shimmer with motion. Comes with comfortable and durable leverbacks.

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Hearts and Angels

The 14K gold Hearts and Angels™ pendant was designed to hold precious memories and to summon positive virtues. In the negative spaces, Watson cleverly etched four hearts and four angels that embrace your child’s winning gemstone. Intended to be worn every day, the Hearts and Angels pendant will become an heirloom that will be passed down for generations. The pendant contains the Living Promises: 1. Be kind. 2. Be giving. 3. Be forgiving. 4. Be thankful. 5. Be joyful. 6. Be mindful. 7. Be brave. 8. Know. The bail is slightly oversized to accommodate larger chains. Every Hearts and Angels pendant is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Solitaire Ring

The 14K Solitaire ring is artistically etched with a heart motif on each side with a cathedral arch to elevate the gemstone. Delicate yet sturdy, the Solitaire ring will render a lifetime of cherished memories of your child. Every Solitaire ring is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Diamond Encore

The enchanting 14K gold Diamond Encore displays a bright diamond that serves as a beacon for two gemstones in any combination. Exciting view at every angle and is open and airy. Etched with Moon Over Mountains® insignia on the sides. Many moms like the Diamond Encore because it can symbolize two children who have won the contest or one child who has won two different times. The Diamond Encore will be loved and worn every day. The rabbit-ear bail is oversized to accommodate larger chains. Every Diamond Encore pendant is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Solitaire Earrings

The captivating 14K gold Solitaire earrings display garnets or amethysts in four prongs.

The airy, open design allows the gems to be set for maximum light reflection and to frame the gemstones in their natural splendor. Intended to be worn every day, the Solitaire earrings will become an heirloom to always remind a mother of her child.

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Mother’s Promise

The mesmerizing Mother's Promise pendant embraces your child’s winning gemstone with an intriguing design representing noble promises. The gemstone is hand-set to maximize sparkle. Mother’s Promise summons positive virtues and always reminds a mother of her child. Intended to be worn every day, Mother's Promise will become an heirloom that will be passed down for generations. The pendant contains the Living Promises: 1. Be kind. 2. Be giving. 3. Be forgiving. 4. Be thankful. 5. Be joyful. 6. Be mindful. 7. Be brave. 8. Know.

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Triple Encore

The enchanting 14K gold Mother's Encore symbolizes three children who have won the contest or one child who has won three different times. Exciting at every angle, Mother's Encore displays two gemstones in any combination. Etched with the Moon Over Mountains® insignia on the sides. The rabbit-ear bail is oversized to accommodate larger chains. The Mother's Encore will be loved and worn every day. Every Mother's Encore pendant is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Serenity

Oval flame, glowing east to west Like the sun lying down to rest She is the calm before stars rise The quiet fire beneath the skies The 14K gold Mother's Serenity securely embraces your child's winning gemstone as an eternal reminder of your love. Smooth bezeled design offers a calming view at every angle and displays soaring wings on each side. The Mother's Wings will be loved and worn every day as a constant reminder of a child. Every Mother's Serenity ring is individually hand-crafted by our master jewelers to last a lifetime.

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Duet

Two hearts, one song. The distinct 14K gold Mother's Duet displays two gemstones in any combination. The design symbolizes two children who have won the contest, for one child who has won twice, or both the mother and her child. The Mother’s Duet ring holds more than stone and metal. It holds every note you’ve ever shared—the quiet ones, the soaring ones, the ones only we can hear. Forever dancing in rhythm, forever singing as one. Mother’s Duet was uniquely designed to symbolize a mother’s two children or one child who has won twice in the contest. The enchanting floating hearts and cathedral arch give the Mother’s Duet its charming personality. Each Duet ring is cast in 14K gold or sterling silver.

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Mother’s Anchor-Link Bracelet

The Mother's Bracelet is a timeless setting to display your child's winning gemstone. The gem is expertly set for maximum light reflection and to frame the gemstone in its natural splendor as it dangles from the wrist. The Moon Over Mountains symbol is etched on each side of the mounting and the bracelet features a polished heart-shaped disk.

The alluring Mother's Bracelet will become an heirloom to always remind a mother of her child.

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Luna

Luna- Where her light meets the horizon Luna drifts in starry quest A tender glow in gold expressed She lingers low, tending the night She is the moon- mother of light The 14K gold Luna ring securely embraces your child's winning gemstone as an eternal reminder of your love. Smooth bezeled design offers a calming view at every angle and displays soaring wings on each side. This ring will be loved and worn every day as a constant reminder of a child.

Each Luna ring is cast in high-quality, 14K gold or sterling silver.

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Trielle

Three gemstones, cradled in gold Holding memories from youth to old Rising arches toward the sky Embellished hearts that lift love high The distinct Trielle ring displays three gemstones in any combination. The specially designed hearts on the undergallery are intended to represent the eternal bond of children in one’s life. The enchanting floating hearts and cathedral arch give Trielle its charming personality. Each Trielle ring is cast in high quality, 14K gold or sterling silver. Designed by Diamond Mike Watson.

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1994 – In Remembrance of Mother’s Day

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Contains all winning essays and unforgettable moments from the 1994 Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest.

The second year witnessed remarkable growth as 1,425 children shared why their mothers deserved a diamond. Every page preserves a heartfelt moment between a child and the person who helped shape their life.

Year Highlights

1,425 essays received
38 schools participated
Grade level: 7-12
1 diamond awarded
10 sapphires awarded
Includes all 211 garnet and sapphire winning essays

Why You'll Love This Edition As participation expanded, so did the diversity of stories, emotions, and unforgettable expressions of love. This volume captures the contest's earliest momentum and growing impact.

“What a gift to the world! Thank you from the bottom of a teacher’s heart!” -Darlene Jagger , teacher.

“The mother of all Mother’s contests.” The Orange County Register.

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1993 – In Remembrance of Mother’s Day

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In 1993, Diamond Mike Watson founded a writing contest in honor of his adoptive mother and the birthmother he had never known. The most creative contestant would receive a diamond. A girl named Margaret claimed her grand prize diamond. Like buried treasure, her enchanting poem sparkled deep within the mound of entries.

Since then, hundreds of thousands of kids have submitted words of love to the Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest. The contest is now in honor of all moms, and all those significant in our lives.

Year Highlights

First year of contest
7 schools participated
9 teachers participated
250 essays submitted
1 diamond winner
53 garnet winners
Grade levels 9-12
Maximum words allowed: 100.

“Tell Michael Watson why your mom deserves a diamond, and he might just give you one.” Orange County Register.

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Tales of Imagination

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In a collage of mind-blowing stories, author Diamond Mike Watson reveals the secrets of unlimited possibilities. Tales of Imagination is a children’s imagination book with twenty short stories and six poems. It is a classroom read-aloud book that invites readers to rediscover the childhood we once knew. Each tale encounters whimsical fantasy and unforgettable characters. These creative stories for children remind us that imagination is not an escape from reality-it is the door to understanding it. The greatest adventures are not always found in distant lands- they begin in our minds. From the Introduction: “Some may say these stories happened in real life. Others will say they only happened inside the abyss of my fantasies. In either case, one may agree that, in one way or another, every story in this book happened. Studies may one day show that being awake or being asleep may not be complete opposites. Whether in living or in dreaming, we all embrace a glowing ember of genius. I hope these stories will help blow life into the ember of every reader. From deep in the brain, there lies a secret place where everything is real.” As the founder of the nationally recognized Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest, Watson has inspired hundreds of thousands of young writers to read and to express their creativity through writing. For the school classroom or a good bedtime story, you will find yourself reading these tales over and over again. You will never look at the world the same way again.

“Diamond Mike’s optimism is contagious, leaving students and teachers inspired to look upon any goal as attainable.” Cristina Barber. MacArthur Fundamental. Santa Ana.

“Thank you for again giving me this opportunity to enrich my students’ learning experience.” Susie Spargur. Chapman Hills Elementary. Orange.

“(Our students) will never forget your charisma and inspiring story!” Keeley Hayashi. Thomas Jefferson Elementary. Anaheim.

“You have made a difference in so many young lives – and a few old ones too.” June McCartin. Eastbluff Elementary. Newport Beach.

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The Legend of Why Mom Deserves a Diamond

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The Legend of Why Mom Deserves a Diamond tells the remarkable story behind one of America's longest-running mother-appreciation writing contests. Founded in 1993 by jeweler and author Diamond Mike Watson, the contest began as a heartfelt tribute to the adoptive mother who raised him and to the birth mother he spent nearly twenty years searching for. What began with only a few hundred student essays has since expanded into a nationally recognized educational program that has reached sixteen states, inspiring hundreds of thousands of students, teachers, and families.

Through the simple writing prompt, "Why Mom Deserves a Diamond," students are encouraged to express their appreciation with a limited amount of words. Winning children experience an unforgettable moment as they read their essays aloud before placing a genuine gemstone into their mother's hand. While the gemstones become treasured keepsakes, Watson reveals that the greatest gift has always been the words.

Blending memoir and inspiring stories, the book serves as a historical record of the contest itself. It includes a complete listing of every Diamond Winner since the inaugural contest in 1993, a timeline of photographs, the Fly Up program that encourages students to fully live their potential, and fascinating word-statistic charts revealing how generations of children described the people they love most. Together, these features provide a unique record into the language and expressions of young writers.

The Legend of Why Mom Deserves a Diamond celebrates the lasting influence of parents, teachers, and the written word. It reminds readers that appreciation is one of life's greatest gifts.

The book also shows the evolution of the FlyUp program, in which Diamond Mike has lectured to thousands of school kids about achieving their dreams.

A great keepsake for adults, teachers, children, and every parent of a Why Mom Deserves a Diamond gemstone winner.

The most precious gift is not a diamond placed in a mother's hand- it is the words spoken from a child's heart. Diamond Mike Watson.

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Mom Mug

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Our famous sleek-designed quality heavy-duty ceramic mug displays Why Mom Deserves a Diamond logo on two sides. Popular 11 oz. size. Dishwasher safe. Makes a great gift that will preserve precious memories.

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1995 – 391 Essay Contest Winners

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Are you in this book?

Contains all winning essays and unforgettable moments from the 1995 Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest.

By 1995, more than 2,000 children had joined the celebration. The essays became shorter, more powerful, and even more memorable.

Year Highlights

2,016 essays submitted
37 schools participated
Grade levels 4-12
Maximum words allowed: 70
1 diamond awarded
40 sapphires awarded
350 garnets awarded
Includes all 391 gemstone winners

Why You'll Love This Edition This collection demonstrates how a few heartfelt words can carry enormous meaning. Every essay is a snapshot of gratitude frozen in time.

Order Today Own a piece of the contest's formative years.

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