Rapaport to Hold Another Natural Pearl Auction

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

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

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

Michelle Graff

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

Natalie Francisco

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

Lenore Fedow

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

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

Natalie Francisco

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

Lauren McLemore

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

Michelle Graff

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.

Lauren McLemore

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

Lenore Fedow

The nonprofit awarded four students pursuing a professional career in jewelry making and design with $2,250 each.

Lauren McLemore

The Texas-based jeweler has also undergone a brand refresh, debuting a new website and logo.

Lenore Fedow

The two organizations have finalized and signed the affiliation agreement announced in May.

Michelle Graff

The single-owner sale will headline Sotheby's inaugural jewelry auction at the Breuer building, its new global headquarters, this December.

Lauren McLemore

From sunrise yoga to tariffs talks, these are some events to check out at the upcoming inaugural event.

Lenore Fedow

Smith recalls a bit of wisdom the industry leader, who died last week, shared at a diamond conference years ago.

Peter Smith

The “Victoria” necklace features a labradorite hugged by diamond accents in 18-karat yellow gold.

Natalie Francisco

Two lower courts have moved to block the import taxes, which will remain in place as the legal battle continues.

Michelle Graff

The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback shares Hublot’s dedication to pursuing greatness, the Swiss watchmaker said.

Lenore Fedow

Sponsored by GIA

The Type IIa stone, recovered from Botswana’s Karowe diamond mine last month, features unique coloration.

Lauren McLemore

Breitling is now the NFL’s official timepiece partner, a move that puts the brand in front of the millions of Americans who watch football.

Michelle Graff

NYCJAOS is set for Nov. 21-23 in New York City’s Chelsea neighborhood.

Natalie Francisco

U.S.-based investment company SMG Capital LLC is the new owner of the luxury brand.

Lauren McLemore