Robert Argo, of Argo & Lehne Jewelers, holds a Platinum Diamond Ring. The 2.34 carat, champagne teardrop item sells for $28,400. Mr. Argo is seen in his store, in Upper Arlington, Ohio, on Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2011. The high-end retail market has made a recovery during 2011. (Jack Kustron/Photoj.com for Business First)