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Montblanc supports 46664 Bangle
Montblanc is delighted to announce that it will be one of the selected retailers to distribute the 46664 bangle. ?Helping others gives success true meaning? is a crucial part of the brand philosophy and Montblanc is proud to be able to support African craftsmanship and provide the opportunity for these bangles to be sold on some of the world?s most prestigious shopping streets, including Montblanc boutiques on Bond Street in London, Madison Avenue in New York and Champs-Elys?es in Paris. The 46664 bangles are made with South African precious metals and hand finished by skilled craftsmen, who have been infected or affected by HIV or Aids. The 46664 bangle will be available from selected Montblanc boutiques worldwide, from the 27th June 2008. The first 46664 bangle edition will be available in Platinum, 18ct Gold and Silver and come in two different sizes. All bangles are individually numbered and will also be engraved with Nelson Mandela?s historic prison number whilst he was imprisoned on Robben Island. The launch of the first edition of the 46664 bangle ties in with Nelson Mandela?s 90th birthday celebrations, and will be held at the Montblanc Bond Street boutique. The event will be hosted by the CEO of Montblanc International, Lutz Bethge, and will mark the official sale of the 46664 bangle at selected Montblanc boutiques around the world. All proceeds from the sale of the 46664 bangle will go directly to the Mandela Foundation and the 46664 charity, which supports those suffering from Aids and HIV throughout Africa. Lutz Bethge, CEO Montblanc International explains ?Montblanc is honoured to be part of such an important initiative and is explicitly proud to partner with the Nelson Mandela Foundation and its plight against HIV and Aids. Craftsmanship is at the core of Montblanc so we are delighted to offer our worldwide boutique network to the African craftsmen and their artisan work in order for them to gain recognition in the world?s most famous high streets.? ? Price: from ?112 ? Stockist Information: Montblanc 020 7730 7681 Cultural commitment is an integral part of Montblanc?s brand philosophy. The culture of writing, which Montblanc has always cherished and promoted, is one of the oldest achievements of mankind. Since 2004 Montblanc has been cooperating with UNICEF in an international campaign against illiteracy.
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