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09/04/2021

Piece of the Week: Pasquale Bruni’s Couture Earrings

And the Piece of the Week award goes to....these colorful Pasquale Bruni earrings, set with emeralds, and blue, pink, and yellow sapphires.

They embody jewelry’s colorful mood.

09/03/2021

Watch: 2 Editors on What They Saw at the Vegas Shows

Our editors Michelle Graff and Ashley Davis dish on trade show traffic, trends, masks, and more in the latest episode of “My Next Question.”

Michelle Graff and Ashley Davis dish on traffic, trends, masks and more in the latest episode of “My Next Question.”

09/03/2021

J.R. Dunn Jewelers’ Charity Race Honors Late Founder

The 25th annual Dunn’s Run is dedicated to Jim Dunn, the founder of family-owned jeweler J.R. Dunn Jewelers.

The 25th annual Dunn’s Run is dedicated to Jim Dunn, the founder of the family-owned jeweler.

09/03/2021

Amanda’s Style File: September Is Here

Celebrate September with sapphires! Amanda's latest Style File showcases 20 gorgeous sapphire jewels.

Celebrate the ninth month of the year with 20 stunning pieces of sapphire jewelry.

09/02/2021

NYC Jewelry Week Residency Program Now Accepting Applications

Now through Sept. 14, NYC Jewelry Week is accepting applications for a year-long jewelry residency.

The organization has also started a blog.

09/02/2021

Signet’s Q2 Sales Double Year-Over-Year

Signet Jewelers upped its fiscal year guidance yet again, with the Delta variant delaying the return of spending on travel.

The jeweler upped its fiscal year guidance yet again, with the Delta variant delaying the return of spending on travel.

09/02/2021

Breitling Releases Classic Cars Capsule Collection

The new Breitling collection is an ode to classics sports cars from the 1960s.

It’s an ode to classics sports cars from the 1960s.

09/01/2021

Here’s How Consumers Feel About Cultured Pearl Jewelry

The cultured pearl category is getting a boost from two interesting groups: younger consumers and men.

The category is getting a boost from two interesting groups: younger consumers and men.

09/01/2021

Brilliant Earth Is Looking to Go Public

Brilliant Earth, the digital-forward jewelry retailer that emphasizes responsible sourcing, has filed for an initial public offering,

The retailer, which emphasizes responsible sourcing and now operates 13 showrooms, filed for an IPO Monday.

09/01/2021

These 7 Sentiments Will Shape 2022 Jewelry Trends, Le Vian Says

LeVian highlighted the trends it believes will drive jewelry design over the next 12 months.

Feedback from collectors and editors, as well as celebrity style, informed Le Vian’s jewelry trend predictions.

08/31/2021

Hublot Enlists Tennis Star Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic, the world’s No. 1 tennis player, could set a historic record in a Hublot timepiece this year.

The world’s No. 1 tennis player could set a historic record in a Hublot timepiece this year.

08/31/2021

Al Capone’s Jewels Head to Auction

Jewelry and watches belonging to notorious gangster Al Capone will hit the auction block at Witherell's this fall.

Jewelry and watches belonging to the notorious gangster will hit the auction block at Witherell’s this fall.

08/31/2021

Petra Sells 2 Big Diamonds In Partnership With Stargems for $14M

Petra Diamonds Official sold this 342.92-carat Type IIa white diamond and another sizable stone into a partnership with Stargems for nearly $14 million.

The 342.92-carat rough white diamond and the 18.30-carat rough blue diamond, both recovered from Cullinan, will be cut and polished in South Africa.

08/30/2021

5 Things to Know About The RealReal’s Resale Report

ROLEX and Retrouvaí are among the top luxury resale brands, according to The RealReal’s annual report.

Rolex and Retrouvaí are among the top luxury resale brands, as per The RealReal’s annual report.

08/30/2021

Messika’s New Collection Is for the Boys, and Girls

“My Move” is the first unisex endeavor from Parisian jewelry brand Messika.

“My Move” is the first unisex endeavor from the Parisian jewelry brand.

08/27/2021

Piece of the Week: Kavant & Sharart’s Sapphire Origami Link No. 5 Earrings

And the Piece of the Week award goes to....these sapphire earrings by KAVANT & SHARART.

The design is not only beautiful but also evokes happiness.

08/27/2021

Couture Awards

The Couture Design Awards celebrate the best and boldest jewelry designs. Here are this year's winners.

And meet the winner of the annual Cindy Edelstein honor.

08/27/2021

Next week, join us for a special edition of My Next Question as Editor-in-Chief Michelle Graff and Senior Editor, Fashion Ashley Davis recount what and who they saw at the Vegas shows. You wont want to miss this webinar, register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1716288678270/WN_7C2ZvW6GRnSM7uqXL0fF6A Sponsored by RDI Diamonds

Next week, join us for a special edition of My Next Question as Editor-in-Chief Michelle Graff and Senior Editor, Fashion Ashley Davis recount what and who they saw at the Vegas shows. You wont want to miss this webinar, register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1716288678270/WN_7C2ZvW6GRnSM7uqXL0fF6A Sponsored by RDI Diamonds

08/27/2021

Jacmel Acquires The Boho Boutique Amid Digital Push

Jewelry distributor Jacmel acquired The Boho Boutique as it looks to expand its digital presence.

The jewelry distributor is looking to expand its digital presence.

08/26/2021

As Las Vegas Trade Shows Return, JSA Releases Security Reminders

As the jewelry industry gathers in Las Vegas for the 2021 market week, the Jewelers' Security Alliance has safety tips for the trade.

The organization will also present a three-hour “security bootcamp” at JCK Las Vegas on Sunday, Aug. 29.

08/26/2021

De Beers Is Bringing Back Its ‘A Diamond Is Forever’ Ads

De Beers also has a new sourcing program called Code of Origin and a partnership with National Geographic to help protect the Okavango Delta.

It also has a new sourcing program called Code of Origin and a partnership with National Geographic to help protect the Okavango Delta.

08/26/2021

Marvel At the Audemars Piguet ‘Black Panther’ Watch Heading to Auction

Audemars Piguet introduced the Royal Oak Concept “Black Panther” Flying Tourbillon just this spring. Now, one is already heading to auction in an online sale at Christie's.

It is one of only 250 made in collaboration with the media franchise and could sell for up to $650,000.

08/25/2021

Registration Is Now Open for September’s HardRock Summit

Registration is now open for next month’s HardRock Summit event for the gem, jewelry, mineral, and fossil industries.

The event is scheduled for Sept. 16-21 in Denver, with one component for minerals and fossils and another for fine gems and jewelry.

08/25/2021

Live from Couture: Meet the Design Atelier

We're live from the Couture show! Here are some up-and-coming jewelry designers from this year's Design Atelier that you should know.

This year’s crop of up-and-coming designers are preternaturally polished.

08/25/2021

College Volleyball Star Lexi Sun Is Borsheims’ New Ambassador

Nebraska Volleyball star Lexi Sun curated a collection of dainty yellow gold jewelry for Borsheims.

The University of Nebraska athlete curated a collection of dainty yellow gold jewelry for the independent jeweler.

08/24/2021

Rocksbox Adds Demi-Fine Jewelry to Rental Subscription

Jewelry rental platform Rocksbox introduced sterling silver and gold-plated offerings for its members.

The jewelry rental platform introduced sterling silver and gold-plated offerings for its members.

08/24/2021

Lightbox Goes Larger With 2-Carat Lab-Grown Diamonds

De Beers-owned Lightbox Jewelry also debuted a new category of high-quality lab-grown stones called “Finest.”

The De Beers-owned brand also debuted a new category of high-quality lab-grown stones called “Finest.”

08/24/2021

Christie’s Online Summer Jewelry Auction Totals $5.1M

The star of the Christie's auction, a 24-carat heart-shaped diamond, went for $2 million.

The star of the sale, a 24-carat heart-shaped diamond, went for $2 million.

08/23/2021

Watch: What to Know About Jewelry Rentals

In the latest episode of our "My Next Question" webinar, Gina Gorman, VP of marketing at jewelry rental service Rocksbox, shared her insights on the rental market, jewelry trends, and more.

Gina Gorman, vice president of marketing at jewelry rental service Rocksbox, shares her insights on the rental market, jewelry trends, and more.

08/23/2021

Beyoncé and Jay-Z Are All ‘About Love’ in New Tiffany Campaign

Beyoncé and Jay-Z are the faces of “About Love,” Tiffany & Co.'s new advertising campaign that marks a few firsts.

The power couple stars in the new campaign, which features a trio of firsts.

08/21/2021

Zales Partners with Tennis Legend Serena Williams

Tennis superstar Serena Williams is bringing her fine jewelry collection exclusively to Zales.

The 23-time Grand-Slam champion is bringing her fine jewelry line to the Signet-owned banner.

08/20/2021

WJA’s Jewelry Night Out Returns Next Month

The Women's Jewelry Association's annual chapter-wide event will return Sept. 9, bringing with it in-person activities at various locations across the country.

These are the in-person events chapters across the country are planning for Sept. 9.

08/20/2021

EBay Is Headed to the Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show

eBay will bring a selection of pre-owned luxury watches and host events.

The online marketplace will bring a selection of pre-owned luxury watches and host events.

08/20/2021

Lee Michaels Has a New 10,000-Square-Foot Store on the Way

Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry will move its New Orleans store to a new location, slated to open in the fall of 2022.

The independent retailer will move its New Orleans store to a new location, slated to open in the fall of 2022.

08/19/2021

‘Big Al’ Woodill, Who Helmed AGS for 4 Decades, Dies at 101

Alfred Woodill, known to many as “Big Al” or “Mr. AGS,” served as executive director of the American Gem Society for 40 years.

He had a passion for AGS that helped it grow into the respected association it is today.