Exclusive: David Yurman's Limited-Edition Honeycomb Meteorite Men's Rings Rocket into Boutiques

I am not a hand model. I do not profess to being a hand model.

It brings me great pleasure to report that David Yurman's Meteorite Titanium Honeycomb Mini-Collection, first previewed back in November 2014, has finally fully launched; the rings bearing this signature motif are available as limited-edition boutique exclusives. Here's what you need to know:

- There are two styles of Meteorite Titanium Honeycomb ring now available--one is the signet piece posted here, the other is of a band shape.

- The rings are of extreme limited edition with only 26 signet style produced and 36 band style. Each comes numbered and bearing a "limited edition" engraving.

- The rings are available in sizes 9, 10, 11, and 12 and retail in the $1,000-2,000 range.

- The pieces feature a sterling silver shank with meteorite overlay and black titanium shell.

- These limited-edition designs can only be purchased at David Yurman boutiques.

- A design executive has exclusively confirmed to DYMANia that these are the exact, "as-intended" designs originally previewed back in November 2014. Apparently a modified, easier-to-manufacture signet-style Meteorite Titanium Honeycomb ring was developed and quietly released over the winter but then shortly thereafter recalled due to "the compromised aesthetic."

- The tag pendant from the collection, which was originally released in fall of '14, has been pulled from DavidYurman.com and appears, for now, only available through boutique purchase or special order. It retails for $1200 (chain sold separately). It is unclear if additional product will be produced as part of a limited-edition set.

Focused on Gaining a Foothold Abroad, David Yurman Names Gabriella Forte as CEO

Ms. Gabriella Forte (left) with Sybil Yurman

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JCK and the Daily Front Row reported this weekend that David Yurman has formally tapped Ms. Gabriella Forte to become its next chief executive officer, replacing Yurman himself who acted as interim CEO following the departure of Glen Senk fourteen months ago. Having deep ties to DY, Forte, who has longtime served on the company's board, was sought for her experience helping brands flourish aboard, insiders assert. (See my recent reporting done on David Yurman's failed foray into Asian market expansion.)

David Yurman to WWD on Forte's new role in the company:

We have long wanted Gabriella in this role. She has a deep understanding of our brand and has provided valuable insights and sage counsel through her advisory board position for many years. Her extensive luxury retail experience in the U.S. and internationally is unmatched in the industry, making her the ideal partner to help us continue to grow our global footprint.

Forte started and grew her career at Giorgio Armani before taking leadership positions at Calvin Klein and Dolce & Gabanna.