This year’s honorees include a Midwest retailer and two multi-store independents, one in New York and the other in New England.
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Here are the top five stories published on NationalJeweler.com for the week of June 26 to July 2, according to Google Analytics.

New York--Here are the top five stories published on NationalJeweler.com for the week of June 26 to July 2, according to Google Analytics.
1. Why the Biggest Rough Diamond in a Century Failed to Sell
After the 1,109-carat Lesedi la Rona rough diamond failed to sell at auction last Wednesday, Lucara CEO William Lamb talked about the reasons why.
2. The Colors That Dominated Las Vegas
After walking the aisles at JCK Las Vegas and Couture, Senior Editor Brecken Branstrator blogged about what colored stones were most prominent.
3. Calif.’s Readers Fine Jewelers Closes After 72 Years
The family-run store closed its doors after noticing consumers were spending less and wanting more custom jewelry, eliminating the need for a large store and inventory.
4. 2 Still Sought in So. California Smash-and-Grabs
As of last week, law enforcement officials were still searching for two of the nine men indicted in a spate of smash-and-grab robberies at L.A.-area jewelry stores.
5. Amazon Now Selling Lab-Grown Colored Diamond Line
Amazon.com Inc. is carrying a line of lab-grown colored diamond jewelry from Amsterdam-based House of Eléonore featuring pieces set with synthetics in shades like pink and blue.
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