These Were the 6 Biggest Stories of the Year

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In its holiday report, PwC said the season will be more like jazz—improvisational and less predictable—than an easy-to-follow melody.

Michelle Graff

The designer, who is the creative force behind her namesake brand, has now started a new mini line focusing on chains for fathers and sons.

Natalie Francisco

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

The awards include tuition for a course at the Swiss lab, economy flights, and hotel accommodation.

Lauren McLemore

The 21-day program was designed to help jewelry retailers identify opportunities and eliminate inefficiencies with AI.

Natalie Francisco

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

Michelle Graff

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

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

Natalie Francisco

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.

Lauren McLemore

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

Michelle Graff

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

Michelle Graff

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

Lauren McLemore

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

Natalie Francisco

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

Lenore Fedow

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

Natalie Francisco

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

Lenore Fedow

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

Lauren McLemore

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

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

Lauren McLemore

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

Natalie Francisco

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

Lenore Fedow

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

Michelle Graff

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

Lenore Fedow

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

Lenore Fedow

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

Lauren McLemore

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

Natalie Francisco