From a Betta fish brooch to a “dragon’s trove” of zircon eggs, here are seven pieces that’ve stuck with Associate Editor Lauren McLemore.
JIS Adds Education Series to April Miami Show
The complimentary two-day program will cover topics such as internet marketing, identifying synthetic stones and how to capture young, affluent multicultural shoppers.
Norwalk, Conn.--In addition to showing the newest designs ahead of Mother’s Day, graduations and other gifting opportunities, the JIS Miami show in April also will now provide education for attendees.
With its first ever JIS Education Series, the show now will offer two days of free education sessions on Saturday, April 9 and Sunday, April 10. Topics will include internet marketing, identifying synthetic stones and how to capture young, affluent multicultural shoppers.
The full list of speakers and session topics is listed below as well as on the JIS website.
JIS Miami will run from April 9 to 11 at the Miami Beach Convention Center.
Saturday, April 9
1 to 1:45 p.m.
The Many Facets of Internet Marketing
Suereea Mathews, CEO, Luxury Brand Marketing
4 to 4:45 p.m.
Top Ten Ways Not to Get Sued
Suzan Flamm, Senior Counsel, Jewelers Vigilance Committee
Sunday, April 10
12 to 12:45 p.m.
Identifying Synthetic Diamond
James Shigley, Research Fellow, Gemological Institute of America
1 to 1:45 p.m.
Closing Should Be Easy
Shane Decker, President and CEO, Ex-Sell-Ence
3 to 3:45 p.m.
If I Started Over Today--Lessons for a Digital World
Ben Smithee, Partner, LuxeIntelligence
4 to 4:45 p.m.
Capturing Young, Affluent Multicultural Shoppers
Becky Arreaga, Partner, Mercury Mambo
The Latest

Groundbreaking New Mexico Governor-elect Deb Haaland wore the earrings, our Piece of the Week, when she declared victory on Tuesday.

Jost goes on an epic journey, traversing rough seas and encountering a cyclops, to discover the perfect holiday gift.

With customization becoming more expected in engagement ring shopping, the Bridal Builder makes the process tangible.

Sponsored by GCAL by Sarine


From shrinking budgets to AI elves, here are five takeaways from holiday reports by Bain, Adobe, Mastercard, NRF, and insights from YouGov.

The designers combined their talents for Little Pet Portraits, hand-painted miniatures of our best friends set in a piece of jewelry.

A Diamond Is Forever's holiday campaign reimagines natural diamond icons for a new generation celebrating individuality.

Its non-bridal fine jewelry remains the star of the show, recently launching new collections inspired by Elizabeth Taylor and Jane Goodall.

“Joy: The Swarovski Musical” features Ariana Grande as the leading lady in scenes inspired by classic musical montages.

The lab will bring back its complimentary next-day service for some reports starting next week.

A Pennsylvania woman failed to declare a ring and a bracelet, discarding the boxes and receipts to conceal the purchases, officials said.

New collections and relevant marketing pushed the company forward, while Pandora’s lab-grown diamond sales continue to lag.

Lanessa Elrod, former president and CEO of Louis Vuitton Americas, has stepped into the role as the retailer celebrates 125 years.

A replica of one of the most powerful objects in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the glove is heading to auction next month in Abu Dhabi.

Klein, who had his own marketing agency and worked for Gabriel & Co. and Trans American Diamond, is remembered as a kind man.

To enter the giveaway, locals can purchase a featured beverage from one of eight participating restaurants in Houston and Austin, Texas.

The winners include a non-NAJA member seeking training, a member beginning NAJA courses, and a member becoming a Certified Master Appraiser.

The rare jewel, which has links to Russia’s Romanov dynasty, is estimated to fetch up to $2 million.

It is one of several seizures of counterfeit jewelry and watches by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials in Louisville this year.

Jewelers of America announced the additions to its board of directors following its annual general meeting, held last week.

The jewelry collection supports Yamaguchi’s Always Dream foundation, which provides reading and educational resources to families in need.

Spectrum’s “Best of Show” honors went to a 101-carat Paraiba carved to look like Medusa that has a magnet-activated LED light.

Our Halloween Pieces of the Week are four “Eye” pendants, each set with colorful gemstones.

Alexis Hoopes expanded eBay’s “Authenticity Guarantee” program during her tenure.

The Rolex-owned retailer’s new 4,700-square-foot store’s façade honors the Pacific Northwest’s evergreen forests.

Get into the Halloween spirit with this roundup of 13 spooky jewels.























