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Raised in an orphanage, Bailey was 18 when she met her husband, Clyde. They opened their North Carolina jewelry store in 1948.

Michelle Graff

Smith encourages salespeople to ask customers questions that elicit the release of oxytocin, the brain’s “feel-good” chemical.

Peter Smith

Material Good is celebrating its 10th anniversary as it opens its new store in the Back Bay neighborhood of Boston.

Natalie Francisco

Launched in 2023, the program will help the passing of knowledge between generations and alleviate the shortage of bench jewelers.

The estate of the model, philanthropist, and ex-wife of Johnny Carson has signed statement jewels up for sale at John Moran Auctioneers.

Lenore Fedow

Are arm bands poised to make a comeback? Has red-carpet jewelry become boring? Find out on the second episode of the “My Next Question” podcast.

It will lead distribution in North America for Graziella Braccialini's new gold pieces, which it said are 50 percent lighter.

Lauren McLemore

Criminals are using cell jammers to disable alarms, but new technology like JamAlert™ can stop them.

The organization is seeking a new executive director to lead it into its next phase of strategic growth and industry influence.

Natalie Francisco

Western wear continues to trend in the Year of the Fire Horse and along with it, horse and horseshoe motifs in jewelry.

Natalie Francisco

Although the market is robust, tariffs and precious metal prices are impacting the industry, Stuart Robertson and Brecken Branstrator said.

Lauren McLemore

Rossman, who advised GIA for more than 50 years, is remembered for his passion and dedication to the field of gemology.

Natalie Francisco

Guthrie, the mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie, was abducted just as the Tucson gem shows were starting.

Michelle Graff

Butterfield Jewelers in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is preparing to close as members of the Butterfield family head into retirement.

Lenore Fedow

Paul Morelli’s “Rosebud” necklace, our Piece of the Week, uses 18-karat rose, green, and white gold to turn the symbol of love into jewelry.

Natalie Francisco

The nonprofit has welcomed four new grantees for 2026.

Lauren McLemore

Parent company Saks Global is also closing nearly all Saks Off 5th locations, a Neiman Marcus store, and 14 personal styling suites.

Lenore Fedow

It is believed the 24-karat heart-shaped enameled pendant was made for an event marking the betrothal of Princess Mary in 1518.

Michelle Graff

The AGTA Spectrum and Cutting Edge “Buyer’s Choice” award winners were announced at the Spectrum Awards Gala last week.

Lauren McLemore

The “Kering Generation Award x Jewelry” returns for its second year with “Second Chance, First Choice” as its theme.

Natalie Francisco

Sourced by For Future Reference Vintage, the yellow gold ring has a round center stone surrounded by step-cut sapphires.

Michelle Graff

The clothing and accessories chain announced last month it would be closing all of its stores.

Lenore Fedow

The “Zales x Sweethearts” collection features three mystery heart charms engraved with classic sayings seen on the Valentine’s Day candies.

Natalie Francisco

The event will include panel discussions, hands-on demonstrations of new digital manufacturing tools, and a jewelry design contest.

Lauren McLemore

Registration is now open for The Jewelry Symposium, set to take place in Detroit from May 16-19.

Lauren McLemore

Namibia has formally signed the Luanda Accord, while two key industry organizations pledged to join the Natural Diamond Council.

Michelle Graff

Lady Gaga, Cardi B, and Karol G also went with diamond jewelry for Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show honoring Puerto Rico.

Natalie Francisco