Ed Note: I received this from Jud Knaplund on 27 Nov 00.  I thought some of you might find it useful

Jim,

According to the attached email and a phone call I made, we can get new (synthetic) stones, in our class rings if, like mine, it's gotten beat up over the years. Free. Mail the ring, insured for $625, to:

Jostens Warranty Service
PO Box 860
Owatonna, MN 55060

Include a note with your name and address, and allow 3-4 weeks.

Justin Knaplund | (Jud)
Austin, TX 
knaplund(aatt)glassmountain.com 

----- Original Message -----

From: "Myers, Marjean" marjean.myers(aatt)jostens.com 
To: "'Justin Knaplund'" knaplund(aatt)glassmountain.com 
Sent: Thursday, November 09, 2000 1:30 PM

Subject: RE: Quote for replacing stone in USAFA class ring.

Justin,

If you currently have a Fire Blue Spinel India Cut stone in your Class of  1982 Air Force Academy ring there is no charge to replace it as it is a synthetic stone which is replaced free of charge as part of the lifetime warranty. If you currently have a different birthstone in your ring-the charge to change the stone color is $25.00.

 Marjean Myers 
 Air Force Academy Service Center
 Customer Service
 1-800-852-9353