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Jacob Arabov, better known as "Jacob The Jeweler" and the "King of Bling," was sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison and fined $2 million in federal court in Detroit Wednesday. News reports indicated that Arabov was convicted of lying to federal agents about owning jewelry seized from a major cocaine trafficker.Arabov, 43, pleaded guilty in October to falsifying records andgiving false statements as part of a deal with federal prosecutors. "I feel ashamed that I broke the law of thiscountry that's been so good to me and my family," said Jacob to U.S.District Judge Avern Cohn.Arabov immigrated from Soviet Uzbekistan at 14 and built a successful New York jewelry and watch business.Eventually, he opened Jacob and Co., a Manhattan jewelry and watch store whoseclients include countless entertainers and celebrities, especially hip-hop and R&B artists.

The Marc by Marc Jacobs spring 2011 range of fashion watches has been unveiled, which features a number of models inspired by funky designs and brave colours.A new category in the collection is Marine, which uses bold hues and military-inspired details.The Rock uses a silicone wrapped stainless steel bracelet and chronograph dial and shows off large indexes and a sporty bezel to give a casual feel.A spokesperson for the firm said: "The chic and edgy Rivera collection returns this season with a clear perspective. New styles offer a completely transparent plastic silhouette offset by a shiny metal or opaque centre link. Glammed up versions feature crystal embellished MARC lettering on the dial."The representative added that the Blade collection has been given a modern twist, with clear nylon styles joining stainless steel and IP rose-gold links.Marc by Marc Jacobs caters for all tastes, with sports watches, fashion timepieces and smart gold-plated accessories available.