CPSC, Dollar General Corp. Announce Recall of Costume Jewelry
Source: CPSC Recall #05278
Recall Date
2005-09-22
Manufacturer
Dollar General Corp., of Goodlettsville, Tenn.
Units Affected
About 455,000
Products Involved
Necklace and Earring Sets
Hazard
The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Remedy
Consumers should take the recalled jewelry away from children immediately and return to Dollar General stores for a refund.
Reported Injuries
None reported.
Sold At
Dollar General Stores nationwide, from May 2005 through August 2005, for between $1 and $3.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
The flower necklace and earring set features a floral design in four color variations: yellow, orange, pink and purple. The purse necklace and earring set features a dangling purse charm in black, red, blue, orange, pink or purple. The corded swirl necklace and earring set features a twisted metal swirl pattern hanging from a black, blue or purple cord. The faux amber necklace and earring set features a large faux amber gem cut in a heart or cross shape. The 5-strand bead necklace and earring set was sold in four color variations: orange, purple, blue and multi-color.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28