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10 Jewelry News Stories You Might Have Missed

TechnologyJan 09, 2023

10 Jewelry News Stories You Might Have Missed

A cybercrime lawsuit and digital marketing predictions for the year ahead were among the most-read stories for the week of Jan. 1-7.

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Angely Martinez’s 14-karat yellow gold “Promise” ring set with a rhodolite garnet is among the jewels featured in Amanda’s Style File: Glorious Garnets. See more at No. 9 below.
New York—A lawsuit filed in federal court in Pittsburgh, a collection of a dozen jewels to start off the new year with sparkle, and a long-dormant mine gets a new life—these are among the top 10 most-clicked-on stories on National Jeweler for the week of Jan. 1-7.
 
See them all below.  
 
Joyce’s Jewelry in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, is suing PNC Bank after cybercriminals emptied its accounts through a series of wire transfers.

Yogo Mine in Montana, which produces the popular Yogo sapphires, was dormant for nearly four decades.

The colorful brand with a sweet sensibility is resonating with retailers, writes Senior Editor Ashley Davis.

Amanda Gizzi says hello to 2023 with a dozen jewels—one for each month of the year—sure to bring some shine to the days ahead.
 
Live chat, influencers and video are just a few of the elements that need to be part of your digital marketing plan, Emmanuel Raheb writes.
 
 
Strong jewelry sales and manufacturers’ desire to secure supply with known provenance pushed rough sales to their highest level since 2018.
 
Hamilton Home sells home goods and giftware from luxury brands Baccarat, Ginori 1735, and more.
 
The lab issued a non-paper Diamond Dossier, the first of its reports to make the transition, earlier this week.
 
The January birthstone is the “unsung hero of gemstones,” says Amanda Gizzi.
 
The industry veteran, who’s been with ERA for nearly a decade, will oversee sales, consulting and data operations.

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WatchesSep 21, 2023
Timex Wants Your Old Watch

The company just rolled out “Timex Rewound,” a new takeback and resale program.

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GradingSep 21, 2023
Retailers Warned About Fraudulent Email Purportedly From GIA

The lab confirmed it did not send the message.

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AuctionsSep 21, 2023
Hindman Appoints New SVP, Director of Jewelry and Watches

Reginald Brack has worked at StockX and Christie’s.

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Natural Diamond Council’s Latest Campaign With Lily James Is Here

The second installment of “To Treasure Now and Forever” is intended to emphasize diamonds’ versatility.

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MajorsSep 21, 2023
Artistry’s 2024 Catalog Has Shipped

It features colored gemstone, pearl, diamond, gold, and sterling silver jewelry styles.

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SourcingSep 20, 2023
Natural Diamond Outlook: Indian Diamantaires Navigating Multiple Storms

Economic slowdowns, geopolitical tensions, and the rising popularity of lab-grown diamonds are clouding the outlook for mined diamonds.

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Lab-Grown Diamond Outlook: Price Declines Aren’t a Deterrent

Some Indian manufacturers think the potential in this young, evolving market outweighs current price concerns.

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SourcingSep 20, 2023
New Surat Diamond Bourse To Be World’s Largest Office Complex

The massive space spans 7.1 million square feet with more than 4,000 offices and 131 elevators.

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Policies & IssuesSep 20, 2023
Creating a Brighter Future for the Differently Abled

GIA is among the supporters of a new school building for children with special needs.

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SurveysSep 20, 2023
Why Bain and Deloitte Think Sales Will Grow This Holiday Season

From holiday spending to inflation’s impact, here’s what analysts are forecasting for the season.

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MajorsSep 20, 2023
Tiffany Collabs With Fellow LVMH-Owned Rimowa

The jeweler and luxury luggage company have teamed up on jewelry cases and a suitcase.

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GradingSep 20, 2023
Navneet Gems Introduces Portrait-Cut Rubies

The geometric collection is on view now at the Jewellery & Gem World Hong Kong Show.

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AuctionsSep 19, 2023
‘Bleu Royal’ Diamond to Fetch $35M-$50M at Auction

The 17.61-carat stone leads Christie’s “Magnificent Jewels” sale in Geneva this November.

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CrimeSep 19, 2023
Man Sentenced to 6 Years in Prison Following Bear Spray Robbery

The suspect used bear spray to subdue employees and bystanders then stole $800,000 worth of jewelry.

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GradingSep 19, 2023
Fuli Gemstones Unveils New Peridot Cut

The ‘Fuli Cut’ is based on an antique cushion.

Erlend Bore discovers ancient jewelry
MajorsSep 19, 2023
Norwegian Man Uncovers Ancient Jewels with Metal Detector

The jewels, including gold rings and pendants, are said to be from 500 A.D.

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Policies & IssuesSep 18, 2023
Grib Diamonds Among Companies Named in Latest Round of Sanctions

Grib is the Belgium-based subsidiary of Russian company JSC AGD Diamonds, which also was sanctioned.

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SourcingSep 18, 2023
Greenland Ruby Update Confirms Operational Suspension, Layoffs

The company anticipates resuming exploration and mining operations and rehiring staff in 2025.

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Events & AwardsSep 18, 2023
New York City Jewelry & Watch Show Announces 2023 Exhibitors

The antique and vintage jewelry and watch selling event is scheduled for Oct. 26-29.

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AuctionsSep 15, 2023
Men’s Jewelry Takes the Spotlight in Sotheby’s Selling Exhibition

Frank Everett curated “For the Boys: A Jewelry Exhibition,” opening in New York City in September.

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SourcingSep 15, 2023
‘A Diamond Is Forever’ Is Back Again, Backed by $20M

De Beers is putting the emphasis on natural diamonds in Q4 and ending Lightbox’s lab-grown diamond engagement ring test run.

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TrendsSep 15, 2023
Piece of the Week: Lindsey Scoggins’ Transformable Earrings

The brand-new style can be worn three ways.

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MajorsSep 14, 2023
Kendra Scott Heads to Target

With prices starting at $15, the Kendra Scott at Target collection launches next month.

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Policies & IssuesSep 14, 2023
The JCK Industry Fund Is Accepting 2024 Grant Applications

The fund provides grants to organizations that better the jewelry industry.

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MajorsSep 14, 2023
CD Peacock To Offer Jewelry Insurance Through Zillion

The Chicago retailer will now offer in-store customers instant quotes and coverage.

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