NRF’s annual survey found that 45 percent of consumers plan to purchase jewelry for a loved one this Mother’s Day.
What You Might Have Missed: Gold Prices, A Violet Diamond
National Jeweler’s most-read stories last week included an article on the company that placed the winning bid for the 2.83-carat “Argyle Violet” diamond.

New York--The current state of jewelry design in today’s market, the direction in which the gold price is headed and a story about the diamond company that bought the 2.83-carat “Argyle Violet” were among the most-read stories on NationalJeweler.com last week.
1. Analysis: The State of Jewelry Design
First published in the 2016 State of the Majors, this analysis piece examines the challenges jewelry designers face today.
2. Where the Gold Price Is Going Now
Experts predict that the price of gold will continue to trend higher over the next couple of years. Here’s why.
3. The Company that Bought the Violet Diamond
The biggest violet diamond ever found at Australia’s Argyle Mine, the 2.83-carat “Argyle Violet,” now is in the hands of L.J. West, a company that’s been in the colored diamond business for nearly 40 years.
4. Analysis: The State of the Diamond Industry
Also an article from the 2016 State of the Majors, this story analyzes the challenges assailing the diamond industry from all sides.
5. Analysis: The State of the Colored Stone Market
A third State of the Majors feature, this analysis piece delves into the today’s gemstone market, including supply and demand, and how the industry is addressing ethical sourcing concerns.
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The “Vault” charm, our Piece of the Week, expands on the memories that can be stored in a locket by connecting to your phone.

The open-to-the-public luxury jewelry and timepiece show, in its second year, is slated for July 23-26.

Gain access to the most exclusive and coveted antique pieces from trusted dealers during Las Vegas Jewelry Week.

The jeweler’s Mother’s Day campaign highlights the women who work there—mothers, grandmothers, women who want to be mothers, and dog moms.


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The proposed agreement follows the moissanite maker’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection filing last month.

Gain access to the most exclusive and coveted antique pieces from trusted dealers during Las Vegas Jewelry Week.

The Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co. timepiece Astor brought aboard the ill-fated ship sold for double its estimate at a Freeman’s auction.

The “Dalí’s Garden” collection was inspired by a surreal dream Neeley had after cooking a recipe from Salvador Dalí’s 1973 cookbook.

Natalie Feanny has been appointed to the role.

The pair falsely claimed their jewelry was made by Navajo artists, but it was imported from Vietnam.

Julien’s Auctions is selling the musician’s fine and fashion jewelry alongside her clothing, gold records, and other memorabilia.

Rachel King’s book dives into the history of the pendant believed to have belonged to Henry VIII and his first wife, Katherine of Aragon.

The company will have deals on precious metals testers as well as the latest in lab-grown diamond detection technology and security.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel is a character in the “Coco Game” collection of watches and the queen in its first haute horlogerie chessboard.

The annual list honors rising professionals on the retail and supply sides of the jewelry industry.

Seized in Kentucky, the packages include fake Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Chanel, and Fendi jewelry.

Rodolfo Lopez-Portillo faces 25 years to life in prison after being found guilty in the March 2022 beating death of Arasb Shoughi.

The AJS Spring 2027 show will be held in Savannah, Georgia, with future shows taking place in other Southeast cities.

The jewelry retailer plans to open 20 new stores this year and expand into new product categories.

The retailer reported an 8 percent decline in annual sales as it struggles under the weight of billions of dollars of debt.

The “Devil” drop earrings, our Piece of the Week, are part of designer Edina Kiss’ new namesake jewelry line that she will show at Couture.

The alert states that burglary crews are targeting jewelry businesses and details how jewelers and refineries can protect themselves.

The “watchmaker of shapes” debuted the reworked version of the vintage sports car-inspired timepiece at Watches & Wonders.

As demand for jewelry retail coaching grows, the company has established a dedicated business coaching leadership team.

The “Mountings 2026-2027” catalog showcases Stuller’s largest and most diverse assortment to date with more than 400 new mounting styles.





















