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Inventories (Schedule of Inventories) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | Dec. 29, 2013 | Dec. 30, 2012
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Inventory Disclosure [Abstract] |  |
Loose diamonds | $ 3,321 | $ 1,583
Fine jewelry and other | 31,209 | 31,687
Total Inventories | $ 34,530 | $ 33,270

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