Notes From the Editor's Desk

Two Saks Fifth Avenue locations, one in Florida and one in California, and one Neiman Marcus store are off the chopping block.

Lenore Fedow

West, who started in the art department at the Leading Jewelers Guild in 1979, is remembered for his patience, kindness, and dedication.

Michelle Graff

In the “Tesoro” version of the ring, our Piece of the Week, each side of the gold hexagonal nugget has a unique colored gemstone design.

Natalie Francisco

You deserve to know what you are selling–to protect your customers as well as your business and your reputation.

Cohen discusses the evolution of Citizen’s light-powered technology, the brand’s cross-generational appeal, and tariffs.

Lenore Fedow

“Essentially Human: On Sales and Salespeople" reveals the underlying human traits and behaviors of the most successful sales professionals.

Lauren McLemore

The collection features symbols of love, luck, and light, based on the story of Queen Cassandane and Cyrus the Great of Persia.

Natalie Francisco

Every jeweler faces the same challenge: helping customers protect what they love. Here’s the solution designed for today’s jewelry business.

It’s the third scholarship to be launched as part of the partnership to help appraisers advance their professional credentials.

Lauren McLemore

The deadline for entries in the jewelry design competition has been extended to April 3.

Natalie Francisco

After 28 years with JCK, the veteran industry journalist is launching his own publication on Substack called The Jewelry Wire.

Michelle Graff

Wiley said the project will give scientists worldwide access to the American Museum of Natural’s History renowned mineral collection.

Lauren McLemore

The “Flower Puff” collection looks to beaded flower friendship bracelets from childhood, turning the silhouette into nostalgic fine jewelry.

Natalie Francisco

Set for April 2, the webinar will discuss how the jewelry industry can address the workforce gap.

Lenore Fedow

Bayer, founder of Lisa Bayer Designs, is remembered as “a bright light in every room.”

Natalie Francisco

The highest-grossing lot was a Tiffany & Co. ring set with a flawless, emerald-cut diamond of 10 carats.

Lauren McLemore

The next three editions of AGTA GemFair Tucson will feature a five-day show that includes Sunday.

Lauren McLemore

Former Sotheby’s executive Tom Heap has taken on the London-based role.

Lenore Fedow

The group of women allegedly robbed two Catbird stores and one Gorjana location on the afternoon of March 9.

Lauren McLemore

Movado CEO Efraim Grinberg noted continued strength in the fashion watch and accessible luxury segments in the U.S.

Lenore Fedow

After celebrating 25 years in 2025, the campaign marks a new chapter for the jewelry brand with the message that “Identity Creates Value.”

Natalie Francisco

Couture and Time to Watches announced the watch brands, from big names to independents, attendees will see at the show.

Lenore Fedow

Plus, why Saks Global’s bankruptcy may have given Bloomingdale’s an edge.

Lenore Fedow

The flawless, Type IIa stone is estimated to achieve up to $2.8 million at the auction house’s high jewelry sale in April.

Lauren McLemore

Costume designer Kate Hawley wore three archival Tiffany & Co. brooches, our Pieces of the Week, while accepting her first Oscar.

Natalie Francisco

The jewelry retailer announced changes to its store network and brand portfolio during its fourth-quarter earnings call.

Lenore Fedow

From a weaker labor market to inflation, NRF Chief Economist Mark Mathews gave insight on what retailers can expect this year.

Lenore Fedow