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Satisfaction Guarantee Meadow Hill Corporation wants you to be fully satisfied with its Thumbies Fingerprint keepsakes. We guarantee that our products are free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year. We will repair or replace any piece that is deemed defective due to manufacturing error or defect as long as the piece is returned within a period of one year from the date of delivery. Limitations Repairs not covered in this warranty include: • stone loss due to prong damage; • discoloration due to environmental factors; Bridging Time and Distance • discoloration due to an allergic reaction* to the or its alloys; and with a Touch • damage due to wear, customer neglect or abuse. Outside of this first year, repairs to damaged or worn pieces will be quoted based on standard jewelry repair costs. *People with known metal allergies may purchase at the time the is placed. Should a piece become severely tarnished later, cleaning and plating are available for a fee. Customer Service Center We are here to help you with any questions regarding products. Representatives can be reached by phone on our toll free line, 877.848.6243 (847.381.9000 outside of the U.S.), or by email at [email protected]. Business hours are Monday thru Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST.

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Thumbies® keepsakes Thumbies for all ages and stages mark life’s key moments. Creating Keepsakes Meadow Hill helps you create keepsakes of the people you love and the times you want to remember. Three- dimensional Thumbies are crafted from simple ink fingerprints, footprints or handprints using the time honored process of lost wax . The finished pieces are ever so touchable, making real our memories at each stage of life’s cycle. Table of Contents Page Products Children’s prints 3-5 ...... Creating Keepsakes There are few things as 6-7 ...... Standard Charms irresistible as keepsakes that 8-9 ...... Heartfelt™ Charms capture the tiny handprints 10-11 ...... Grand Charms and footprints of newborns ™ 12-13 ...... Family Ties Collection and toddlers. 14-15 ...... Rings ...... Remembrance Bands ...... Signet Rings Youth and Young Adults 16-18 ...... For Her The fingerprints of young people are clear, ...... Hanging Charm Pins the ridges well defined. Keepsakes created ...... Charm at this stage help parents deal with the ...... 19-21 ...... For Him empty nest...... Key Fobs ...... Tie Tacs / Lapel Pins Middle Age ...... Mounted Items 22-23 ...... Chains / Cords / Stones As we age, fine lines begin to appear across the surface of our fingerprints, making our prints even more distinctive.

The Elderly As our loved ones near the end of life, the ridges of their prints grow fainter and the “life” lines more pronounced. We imagine their prints telling the stories of their lives.

The Deceased Nationwide, Meadow Hill has a network of funeral homes that assist families in taking final prints of their loved ones and placing orders. Those taking prints at earlier stages of life can work through this network or visit our website, www.meadowhillco.com. 3 Thumies24Pgr10_Layout 1 9/9/10 10:56 AM Page 5

Creating Keepsakes

Thumbies combine modern scanning technology with the Face Styles ancient art of lost wax casting. Thumbies charms are available with four different face Original 2-D ink print Finished 3-D Thumbie keepsake designs: full fingerprint (print extends edge to edge), rimmed fingerprint (polished rim frames print), handprint, and footprint. Any of these designs can be applied to each of our charm designs.

The clearest portion with the The finished cast replicates all of Full Rimmed greatest interest is selected. the ridges and life lines in the Fingerprint Fingerprint original print.

The quality of the finished product is dependent on the quality of the prints taken. Handprint Footprint

Precious Metals Prints from the past Thumbies are available in .925 sterling and 14k Meadow Hill can work with prints from a variety of other white or yellow . Charms are slightly domed on the sources, such as birth records, military papers, school print side and flat with a burnished finish for on projects, firearm registrations, employment cards, etc. the back side.

Sterling silver (SS) 14k white gold (WG) 14k yellow gold (YG) Metal abbreviations are used in the captions throughout this brochure.

Sizes and Shapes From the best of the prints sent to Meadow Hill, our artisans select the area of the print that carries the most definition to create a wide range of products. Please note the sizes listed in the left column of each product category. Custom Work Each Thumbie is a custom piece. If you would like to create something altogether different, please contact us and we Examples of usable prints will put our designers to work. Price quotes will be provided found on military discharge 4 before any work begins. papers (DD214) and hospital birth records 5 Thumies24Pgr10_Layout 1 9/9/10 10:56 AM Page 7

Our Standard Charms The Standard Charms shown on this page are actual size. Photos illustrate possible options. Feel the touch of your loved one as you run your finger across the surface of this charm. The details of the print are clearly defined, giving the wearer a sense of connection. Full fingerprint Rimmed fingerprint Handprint Footprint

Standard charm size: Personalize your Standard Charm with 1/2”W x 5/8”L engraving and/or accessories. Add a matching chain in , white or yellow gold. Consider placing a synthetic or genuine stone atop the SS Standard full fingerprint charm. (see page 23). with birthstone and chain (enlarged to show detail)

YG Standard full SS Standard fingerprint with footprint SS Standard rimmed two birthstones fingerprint with with birthstone birthstone and chain

YG Double-Link with various Standard and Heartfelt Charms

Engraving Your Standard Charm includes two lines of engraving with up to 10 characters and WG Standard full YG Standard rimmed spaces per line. fingerprint with fingerprint with two An optional third line YG Standard black cord birthstones and chain of engraving may be handprint with 6 purchased. birthstone and chain 7 Thumies24Pgr10_Layout 1 9/9/10 10:56 AM Page 9

Our Heartfelt ™ Charms The Heartfelt Charms shown on this page are actual size. All fingerprint Hearts come with a raised outer edge. The heart has long Photos illustrate possible options. symbolized the love shared between people. Meadow Hill’s Heartfelt Charms hold the touch of that love and forever keep your special someone close. Finger print Handprint Footprint YG Single Single Heartfelt size: Heartfelt fingerprint (enlarged to show detail) Complete the personalization of your Heartfelt 5/8”W x 11/16”L Charm by adding a stone, chain or cord. Double Heartfelt size: 1”W x 1”L The Double Heartfelt Charm gives it’s wearer two different print positions so that two loved ones can be near to SS Single Heartfelt your heart. footprint with Adorn your black cord SS Single Heartfelt selection with an YG Double YG Single Heartfelt fingerprint with Heartfelt two handprint with two birthstone optional chain or fingerprints birthstones and chain cord. (see page 23). (enlarged to show detail)

Husband and wife, siblings, parent and child... Put your hearts together on one piece with the Double Heartfelt Charm. Place two adult prints side by side or a footprint /handprint on YG Double Heartfelt two fingerprints top of a fingerprint. and chain Engraving Your double Your single Heartfelt Charm WG Double Heartfelt Heartfelt Charm comes with one handprint over fingerprint includes two line of engraving with with pink cord lines of engraving up to 15 characters and spaces. with up to 10 characters OR and spaces on each 3 characters line. An optional third (initials) behind line may be purchased. each print. SS Double Heartfelt footprint over fingerprint 8 9 Thumies24Pgr10_Layout 1 9/9/10 10:56 AM Page 11

Our Grand Charm All of the Grand Charms shown here are actual size. Each photo illustrates a possible configuration for your piece. The elegant Thumbies Grand Charm inevitably invites questions about the person whose print you wear. Grand charm size: 3/4”W x 1”L

Your Grand charm Full fingerprint Rimmed fingerprint Handprint Footprint can be personalized in many ways — All of the options offered on the Thumbies Standard charms using one of the are available on the Grand charms. four face designs, YG Grand creating a Personal rimmed Thumbies ‘Personal Expressions’ Expression with the fingerprint with birthstone and chain Your full fingerprint Grand Charm with a polished symbol symbol of your choice, (enlarged to show detail) or creating a unique two-print charm.

Consider adding a matching chain or placing a synthetic birthstone or genuine stone atop your piece. (see page 23).

YG Grand full YG Grand full YG Grand fingerprint with SS Grand full fingerprint with handprint with Star of David fingerprint with Cross overlay chain overlay overlay, WG Grand footprint birthstone and chain with two birthstones and chain Two-Print Grand Charms

Engraving Your Grand Charm includes three lines of engraving with up to 12 characters and spaces on each SS Grand Yin-Yang SS Grand Two SS Grand Two Feet line. An optional two fingerprints Feet Nestled Side-by-Side fourth line may 10 be purchased. 11 Thumies24Pgr10_Layout 1 9/9/10 10:56 AM Page 13

Our Family Ties™ Collection The Family Ties charms shown on this page are actual size. Family Ties charms are available in 3, 4, 5, and 6-print designs. A full finger- These exciting, multi-print print, handprint or footprint can be placed in any position on the charm. charms remind us of the dynamics in every family. Each print is distinct, a one-of-a-kind. Yet, when combined, they come together as one. Family Ties measure: 1-1/8”W x 1-1/8”L.

SS Family Ties 4-Print with center (enlarged to show detail)

Meadow Hill has found a way to Consider using a stone from your personal family forever connect the collection to add further meaning to a Family Ties people most Charm. Custom settings will be quoted. important to you!

YG Family Ties 3-Print WG Family Ties with 1-stone bail 4-Print with and chain 2-stone bail

YG Family Ties Engraving 3-Print with Your Family Ties Charm center birthstone includes initials (up to 3 letters) engraved on the backside behind each print. OR Engrave one, SS Family Ties YG Family Ties 5-Print with center 6-Print with two or three birthstone plus 2 diamond bail lines with up to 1-stone bail 12 characters and chain and spaces on each line. An optional forth line may be purchased. 12 13 Thumies24Pgr10_Layout 1 9/9/10 10:56 AM Page 15

Our Rings

Rings have long expressed important emotions, traditions and relationships. This is ever so true of Thumbies Remembrance Bands and Signet Rings.

YG Band with alternating footprints WG Band with two full fingerprints and footprint overlay WG Signet with full fingerprint YG Band with two full fingerprints and center set diamond

Remembrance Bands Remembrance Band Hand and footprints encircle with prints these band rings. Prints may Use a single fingerprint or two different be from the same or different prints to make this band something to people (children or adults). remember. Add a single or double Available in 6mm (1/4”) and diamond or birthstone and enhance 8mm (3/8”) widths, in sizes the band even more. 3.5 to 13.5. Sample layouts WG Band with Remembrance bands with a full two full fingerprints SS Band with are shown on page 15. fingerprint are only available in 8mm alternating hands (Only available in 8mm) (Shown in 6mm) (3/8”) width, in sizes 3.5 to 13.5.

Remembrance Band configurations Signet Rings For additional selections, contact a Customer Service Representative. With our classic , Meadow Hill’s Left and right alternating handprints Signet rings hold the print of your loved YG Signet Ring Left and right alternating footprints one. These with handprint WG Signet Ring with rings are 3/8”W x 1/2”L. rimmed fingerprint available in 7/16”W x 9/16”L. 14k white or yellow gold. Left and right handprints and footprints Engraving The Thumbie face is Your Remembrance Band or proportionately sized to the Signet Ring includes one line diameter of the ring. Two individual prints separated with a set diamond of engraving containing up to 20 characters and spaces. An additional eight characters 14 may be purchased . Multiple handprints from different children separated with raised spacers. 15 Thumies24Pgr10_Layout 1 9/9/10 10:56 AM Page 17

Especially For Her... Hanging Charm Pin A woman’s jewelry Your Hanging Pins are available with a Standard, Heartfelt, holds layers of Grand or Grand Personal Expressions Charm. You can also meaning. Beyond the adorn your Hanging Charm Pin with stones. All charms are obvious decorative shown on these pages are actual size. value, her prized pieces often speak of deep connection with SS Hanging Pin YG Hanging Pin others – with a with Grand rimmed with Grand Yin-Yang spouse, parents, fingerprint two fingerprint children, or friends.

The Hanging Charm Pin WG Hanging Pin with measures: 1”W x 1-1/2”L. Standard footprint (enlarged to show detail)

Engraving YG Hanging Pin These charms include the with Heartfelt same engraving used on handprint the Standard, Heart or Grand charms. An additional SS Hanging Pin line of engraving may be with Standard purchased in each size. rimmed fingerprint The Thumbies Hanging Charm Pin is a great and birthstone keepsake for people with metal allergies.

Charm Bracelets Many women start an heirloom bracelet with a Thumbies charm of a child or grandchild, adding to the bracelet over time the Thumbies of others who Meadow Hill’s Double Link Charm are special to bracelets come in two lengths: 7” and 8”. them, even the Bracelets are available in sterling Charms are purchased separately and prints of family pets! silver, 14k yellow and 14k white gold. there is a fee for the attachment of each charm. The first charm is attached to the 16 bracelet at no charge. 17 Thumies24Pgr10_Layout 1 9/9/10 10:56 AM Page 19

More For Her... Earrings For Him... Thumbies Standard or Heartfelt Charms hang freely from Meadow Hill offers lever-back earrings. You can also add stones. men’s keepsakes that can be either worn or carried. All charms shown on this page are Key Fob with SS Earrings with actual size. YG Standard Heartfelt fingerprints full fingerprint (enlarged to show detail) Key Fob A keepsake connected to a daily routine is wonderfully comforting. Standard, Heartfelt or Grand Thumbie Charms with any of our face designs are embedded in protective, Two different prints with crystal-clear Lucite®. different engraving may be used when creating a The Key Fob with pair of earrings. embedded charm measures: 1-1/2”W x 3”L. The time required to create your Key Fob is approximately 8-10 weeks.

YG Earrings with Standard full fingerprints

Key Fob with SS Heartfelt footprint SS Earrings with Heartfelt footprint and handprint

Key Fob with SS Grand full fingerprint with Cross overlay

Engraving YG Earrings with Standard full Each Key Fob includes the fingerprints with birthstones same amount of engraving Engraving used on the Standard, Each includes the same amount of engraving as used on Heartfelt or Grand Charms. the Standard or Heartfelt Charms. Each charm can be uniquely An additional line of engraving 18 engraved. A third line of engraving may be purchased on each. may be purchased. 19 Thumies24Pgr10_Layout 1 9/9/10 10:56 AM Page 21

More For Him... Tie Tac / Lapel Pin Mounted Thumbies Both Standard and Grand Meadow Hill offers a number of products on which Thumbies Thumbies can be made keepsakes can be mounted: into tie tacs or lapel pins. Zippo™ Lighter, Posts with clutch receptor a Buck™ Pocket Knife, and a are laser attached to the Money Clip. Custom mounting backsides. YG Lapel Pin with on other objects with flat Grand footprint The Tie Tac has a (enlarged to show detail) surfaces is available upon longer post. inspection.

Contact Meadow Hill’s Customer Service Center and learn about SS Tie Tac SS Lapel Pin mounting a second with Standard with Standard custom charm on a rimmed fingerprint handprint product. (enlarged for detail)

Engraving Lighter with mounted Your Tie Tac or Lapel Pin YG Standard handprint includes the same engraving used on the Standard or WG Tie Tac Grand Charms. No additional with Grand lines of engraving available. full fingerprint

Knife Cuff Links with mounted Two Thumbies SS Standard footprint Standard Charms can be fashioned into a pair of cuff links. The prints can be the same or from two different people. YG Cuff Links with Standard full fingerprint (enlarged to show detail) Money Clip with mounted SS Standard Engraving full fingerprint Your included Cuff Link The Lighter measures: 1-1/2”W x 2-1/4”L. engraving is placed on the The Knife measures: 1”W x 3-3/4”L. wings of the links as illustrated. The Money Clip measures: 7/8”W x 2-1/4”L. Each link provides two areas Engraving (one on each side of the center Your mounted piece comes with two lines of engraving with up to stem) for up to 10 characters SS Cuff Links with 10 characters and spaces on each line. An optional third line may 20 and spaces in each area. Standard handprint and footprint be purchased. Engraving is placed on the object itself. 21 Thumies24Pgr10_Layout 1 9/9/10 10:56 AM Page 23

Our Accessories Chains Birthstones Any charm can be made Adding one or more stones couldn’t be easier. Meadow Hill into a with the offers both synthetic and genuine birthstones. Our standard purchase of a chain. Box birthstones are synthetic and are all priced the same. chains are available in Genuine stones vary in price. We can also set your family sterling silver and anchor Anchor chains in stone(s) in a Thumbie charm. Check with your service chains are used for both 14k yellow gold and provider or call your Meadow Hill Service Representative. 14k yellow and white gold. 14k white gold Extra length chains of 20”, 24” and 30” are available Synthetic Birthstones Sterling silver box chain April May June in all three metals. (Genuine also January February March available)

Leather Cords July August September October November December We offer 18” Leather cords Genuine that give a youthful look Stones when combined with your Diamond favorite charm. Sturdy lobster clasps are used on all chains, cords and bracelets.

Leather cords come in pink, black or brown with gold-plated or sterling silver closures.

Meadow Hill scans, Your elegant Thumbies digitalizes and stores charm will surely invite every print used in admiration and questions creating your keepsake about the person whose in a secure electronic , print you wear. forever. This allows you to create additional pieces at any time in the future.

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