Supplier Bulletin

Celebrating 20 Years of the GEM Awards

Supplier BulletinMar 21, 2022

Celebrating 20 Years of the GEM Awards

Sponsored by Jewelers of America

ActiveStorage-18049-20220323-3799435-1cjk2j9.png
2004 - 2nd Annual GEM Awards
Arguably the most famous jewelry-duo of all time, President and Chief Executive Officer, respectively, Sybil & David Yurman, receive the GEM Award for Lifetime Achievement at the second annual GEM Awards.
ActiveStorage-18055-20220323-3799435-soj17v.png
2007 – 5th Annual GEM Awards
Twenty-one members of the Kwiat family take the stage to accept the GEM Award for Enduring Excellence.
ActiveStorage-18050-20220323-3799435-10pmfgu.png
2005 – 3rd Annual GEM Awards
InStyle magazine’s Fashion Director Hal Rubenstein unbuttons his shirt to reveal necklaces and show his love of jewelry while receiving his GEM Award. The third annual event also honored the Diamond Trading Company's marketing campaign “A Diamond is Forever.”
ActiveStorage-18054-20220323-3799435-1u8ib8u.png
2006 – 4th Annual GEM Awards
Lauren Bacall introduces Helene Fortunoff, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award. Michael Kowalksi introduces Katie Couric who receives the GEM Award for Broadcast Excellence.
ActiveStorage-18056-20220323-3799435-qel1w6.png
2008 – 6th Annual GEM Awards
Dan Marino, is the first-ever sports hero to take the GEM Awards stage to present Bulgari with the GEM Award for Corporate Communications. Deborah Norville hosts and Terry Burman accepts the Lifetime Achievement.
ActiveStorage-18047-20220323-3799435-196qvzr.png
2009 – 7th Annual GEM Awards
The GEM Awards audience is captivated by music legend L.L. Cool J, who introduces Russell Simmons and presents him with the GEM Award for Jewelry Style.
ActiveStorage-18057-20220323-3799435-pd2ibw.png
2010 - 8th Annual GEM Awards
GEM Awards moves to Gotham Hall where Former Secretary of State Madeleine K. Albright accepts the GEM Award for Jewelry Style. She references her book “Read My Pins” saying, “I found that jewelry had become part of my personal diplomatic arsenal. Former President George H. W. Bush has been known for saying ‘Read my lips.’ I began urging my colleagues to ‘Read my pins!'”
ActiveStorage-18052-20220323-3799435-1tl16yh.png
2011 - 9th Annual GEM Awards
Academy Award and Grammy winner Jennifer Hudson presents the GEM Award for Jewelry Style to Neil Lane at the ninth annual GEM Awards.
ActiveStorage-18053-20220323-3799435-4ghrk4.png
2012 – 10th Annual GEM Awards
Padma Lakshmi hosts the 10th annual GEM Awards and industry legend Ralph Destino receives the GEM Award for Lifetime Achievement.
ActiveStorage-18058-20220323-3799435-2g395c.png
2013 – 11th Annual GEM Awards
Brooke Shields presents Ippolita with the inaugural GEM Award for Design and Matthew Runci receives the GEM Award for Lifetime Achievement.
ActiveStorage-18059-20220323-3799435-el6dqy.png
2014 – 12th Annual GEM Awards
GEM Awards moves to a “live reveal” format with the winners announced live at GEM Awards. Kara Ross, Victoria Gomelsky and Tiffany & Co. all take home GEM Awards. David Yurman presents the GEM Award for Lifetime Achievement to Marie Helene Morrow.
ActiveStorage-18060-20220323-3799435-9skupf.png
2015 – 13th Annual GEM Awards
GEM Awards is officially presented by Jewelers of America. Carolyn Murphy, Jane Seymour and NY Giant Rashad Jennings created a star-studded red carpet which was broadcast via live-stream.
ActiveStorage-18061-20220323-3799435-12sao6t.png
2016 – 14th Annual GEM Awards
The GEM Awards for Watch Design is the first specialty watch award given at the event. Cartier takes home the inaugural award.
ActiveStorage-18068-20220323-3799435-1xxsji.png
2017 – 15th Annual GEM Awards
Jim Rosenheim accepts the GEM Award for Lifetime Achievement and Stephen Webster hosts the 15th Annual Gem Awards.
ActiveStorage-18069-20220323-3799435-21hlcs.png
2018 – 16th Annual GEM Awards
Debra Messing won the hearts of the attendees with a heartwarming speech as she accepts the GEM Award for Jewelry Style.
ActiveStorage-18070-20220323-3799435-1w9iwvj.png
2019 – 17th Annual GEM Awards
A$AP Ferg presents the GEM Award for Marketing Excellence to Tiffany & Co and Stewart Wicht accepts the GEM Award for Lifetime Achievement.
ActiveStorage-18071-20220323-3799435-xqq2g2.png
2020 – 18th Annual GEM Awards
GEM Award Chair Olivier Stip hosts the GEM Awards with Ed Bridge accepting the GEM Award for Lifetime Achievement.
ActiveStorage-18067-20220323-3799435-2bu48d.png
2021 – 19th Annual GEM Awards
GEM Awards is held in July as a virtual event due to the Global Pandemic. Image Architect Law Roach accepts the GEM Award for Jewelry Style and John Kennedy is presented with the GEM Award for Lifetime Achievement.
ActiveStorage-18072-20220323-3799435-15vsjfg.png
2022 – 20th Annual GEM Awards
The jewelry industry reunites in person at Cipriani 42nd Street with Blake Lively presenting the GEM Award for Jewelry Style to jewelry designer-to-the-stars Lorraine Schwartz.
View Slideshow
GEM Awards, hosted by Jewelers of America, is the fine jewelry and watch industry’s premier awards gala that recognizes the outstanding achievements of individuals and companies whose work raises the visibility and status of fine jewelry and watches. For 20 years the ceremony has attracted celebrities, media and jewelry professionals from across the country to come together and celebrate the champions of our industry.
 
Take a walk down memory lane and relive highlights from the last 20 years of The GEM Awards.

GEM-logo-horiz-gold 500w.png

The Latest

Set of four Patek Philippe “Star Caliber 2000” pocket watches
AuctionsSep 17, 2025
Mythical Set of Patek Philippe Pocket Watches Expected to Sell for $10M+

A set of four Patek Philippe “Star Caliber 2000” pocket watches is part of Sotheby’s upcoming auction in Abu Dhabi.

Journey of a Jeweler by Silvia Furmanovich
TrendsSep 17, 2025
Silvia Furmanovich’s Book Tells the ‘Journey of a Jeweler’

The Brazilian jeweler’s latest book marks her namesake brand’s 25th anniversary and tells the tale of her worldwide collaborations.

1978 Rolex Submariner Ref. 1680 Tiffany Dial
WatchesSep 17, 2025
Bob’s Watches Acquires Vintage Rolex Won on ‘The Price is Right’

The Submariner Ref. 1680 with a Tiffany & Co. dial came from the original owner, who won it as a prize on the game show in the 1970s.

reDollar-fine-jewelry-department.jpg
Brought to you by
reDollar.com Is Rolling Out the Next Level Jewelry, Diamond & Watch Consignment Program

With their unmatched services and low fees, reDollar.com is challenging some big names in the online consignment world.

Jewelers Mutual Group logo
TechnologySep 17, 2025
Jewelers Mutual Launches Shipping Solution App for Shopify

The new integration allows users to manage shipments directly from the Shopify dashboard.

Weekly QuizSep 12, 2025
This Week’s Quiz
Test your jewelry news knowledge by answering these questions.
Take the Quiz
Shot of one of the pools at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, California
EditorsSep 16, 2025
Out & About: 7 Great Quotes From Converge in Carlsbad

At Converge 2025, Editor-in-Chief Michelle Graff attended sessions on DEI, tariffs, security, and more. Here are her top takeaways.

Crime police cars
CrimeSep 16, 2025
2 Robbery Suspects Killed in California Pawn Shop Shootout

Six people were shot last week at an Oakland cash-for-gold shop as employees exchanged gunfire with individuals trying to rob the store.

japac-btyb.png
Brought to you by
Rallying Call for the Jewelry Industry on Tariffs and Other Key Issues

Jewelers of America is leading the charge to protect the industry amidst rising economic threats.

Chopard Ice Cube Modular Necklace
CollectionsSep 16, 2025
Chopard Adds New Designs to Its ‘Ice Cube’ Capsule Collection

The jeweler has expanded its high jewelry offering, which launched last year, with new pieces featuring its cube motif that debuted in 1999.

Natural Diamond Council Retailer Accreditation Program seal
SourcingSep 16, 2025
Natural Diamond Council Launches Retailer Accreditation Program

Ben Bridge Jeweler and Lux Bond & Green were a part of the pilot program. 

Kristen Bell, Angela Bassett, Lisa Manobal
EditorsSep 15, 2025
Skipping the Necklace, Embracing Snakes: The Best Jewelry From the 2025 Emmy Awards

Associate Editor Natalie Francisco shares eight of her favorite jewelry looks from the 77th annual Primetime Emmy Awards, held Sunday night.

Holiday presents in gift boxes
SurveysSep 15, 2025
Resilient Shoppers to Boost Holiday Retail Sales, Says Deloitte

It’s predicting a rise in retail sales this holiday season despite economic uncertainty and elevated inflation.

Buffalo Emerald
SourcingSep 15, 2025
Gemfields Achieves $32M at High-Quality Emerald Auction

It included the sale of the 11,685-carat “Imboo” emerald that was recently discovered at Kagem.

8.33-carat emerald-cut no-oil Brazilian emerald, A. Kleiman & Co.
SourcingSep 15, 2025
AGTA Elects 8 Members to Board of Directors

The newly elected directors will officially take office in February 2026 and will be introduced at the organization’s membership meeting.

Rough montana sapphire
EditorsSep 12, 2025
Out & About: Mining Sapphires in Rock Creek, Montana

Associate Editor Lauren McLemore headed out West for a visit to Potentate Mining’s operation hosted by gemstone wholesaler Parlé Gems.

Arunashi Fordite and Rhodolite Earrings
TrendsSep 12, 2025
Piece of the Week: Arunashi’s Fordite and Rhodolite Earrings

Fordite is a man-made material created from the layers of dried enamel paint that dripped onto the floors of automotive factories.

Susan Jacques and Al Gilbertson
Events & AwardsSep 12, 2025
Al Gilbertson Wins 2025 Robert M. Shipley Award

Gilbertson has worked as a researcher, jeweler, lapidary artist, appraiser, and business owner throughout his decades in the industry.

Supreme Court stock image
Policies & IssuesSep 11, 2025
Supreme Court to Hear Tariffs Case in November

A decision likely won’t come until January 2026 at the earliest, and the tariffs remain in effect until then.

Tabayer’s Nordstrom Shop-in-Shop
MajorsSep 11, 2025
Tabayer Opens Nordstrom Shop-In-Shop

Located in the revamped jewelry hall at the retailer’s New York City flagship, this opening is Tabayer’s first shop-in-shop.

De Beers education app on mobile phone
SourcingSep 11, 2025
Need to Sell More Natural Diamonds? De Beers Has an App for That

The new, free app offers accessible educational content, like games and podcasts, for U.S. retailers.

Gold jewelry on a scale
MajorsSep 10, 2025
Stuller to Swap Gold Scrap for Full Credit to Account

As the gold price rises, the manufacturer is offering a 100 percent payout through Sept. 30 for gold clean scrap.

Jacob and Co Loewe headphones
SourcingSep 10, 2025
Tech Meets Style in the New Loewe x Jacob & Co. Headphones

Jacob & Co. partnered with the German technology company on two pairs of headphones, one set with diamonds and the other with sapphires.

Tiffany & Co Favrile Beetle Necklace in Frankenstein
TrendsSep 10, 2025
Tiffany & Co. Archival Jewels Bring Life to ‘Frankenstein’

Guillermo del Toro’s 2025 “Frankenstein” will feature 27 jewels and objects from the storied brand, including pieces from its archives.

24 Karat Club banquet
MajorsSep 10, 2025
24 Karat Club of New York’s Banquet to Return to Waldorf Astoria

The Waldorf Astoria New York’s grand reopening this past summer means a homecoming for the industry group’s annual event.

Anglo American’s Quellaveco copper mine in Peru
SourcingSep 09, 2025
Anglo American to Merge With Canadian Copper Miner

Anglo plans to merge with Teck Resources Ltd. to form Anglo Teck. The deal changes nothing about its plans to offload De Beers.

The Mellon Blue diamond
AuctionsSep 09, 2025
‘The Mellon Blue’ to Return to Auction, This Time at Christie’s

The 9.51-carat fancy vivid blue diamond, which set two world auction records at Sotheby’s in 2014, is estimated to fetch up to $30 million.

Dianne Batista Phillips Auctions
AuctionsSep 09, 2025
Phillips Names Dianne Batista Head of Jewels, New York

The industry veteran joins the auction house as it looks to solidify its footprint in the jewelry market.

×

This site uses cookies to give you the best online experience. By continuing to use & browse this site, we assume you agree to our Privacy Policy