The “Summer of ’96” campaign and collection celebrate the year the brand was founded for its 30th anniversary.
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Here are the top five stories on NationalJeweler.com from Aug. 9 to 15, according to Google Analytics.

New York--Here are the top five stories on NationalJeweler.com from Aug. 9 to 15, 2015, according to Google Analytics.
1. 10X Blog: Why there are diamonds in Arkansas
Editor-in-Chief Michelle Graff digs into the geology of the Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Ark., where the most recent stone found weighed 8.52 carats.
2. Pandora pulls its jewelry from more retailers
The Danish bead and jewelry brand announced last Tuesday that it closed a total of 125 accounts in the Americas region in the second quarter, almost all of them located in the United States.
3. Hearts on Fire looks to ignite millennials’ interest
The Boston-based diamond brand is hoping to change younger generations’ attitudes about diamond jewelry with its new global advertising campaign and brand platform.
4. Diamond prices, market sentiment down in July
Diamond prices fell last month, as feelings about the industry slumped to levels not seen since the 2008 downturn, the Rapaport’s Group monthly price report stated.
5. 3 things to start tracking on Facebook and Twitter
Feeling lost in the sea of impressions, organic reach vs. paid reach, likes, favorites, etc. that make up social media? Nicole Kroese threw jewelers a line in the latest column from Likeable.
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After eight years, Gilbertson is leaving his post at the mining company, which is currently facing a slew of operational challenges.

The new location is set to open this winter, featuring the retailer’s first rotating jewelry designer residency.

Colored gemstones, artisan finishes, mixed metals, and meaningful details are shaping demand in bridal jewelry.

The pop artist appears in the latest campaign for the “Laurence Graff Signature” collection.


One-of-a-kind pearls take the shape of ice cream cones, frogs, submarines, and other imaginative charms.

Charlotte Rose said her election is “a sign that this is an industry capable of change.”

DCA is preparing the next generation of professionals by supporting workforce development, leadership growth, and career advancement.

Sponsored by Rio Grande Jewelry Supply

The American jewelry house, founded by Latvian immigrants, has been creating American flag brooches since 1917.

The artwork celebrates the Atlanta jeweler’s legacy and symbolizes its commitment to supporting local artists and its community.

Its team can evaluate jewelry and watches, as well as luxury handbags, artwork, and collectibles.

Falling oil prices were a factor in the slight month-over-month improvement.

The new offering comprises more than 120 bridal and engagement ring styles with natural and lab-grown diamonds.

The clock is part of the celebration for the soon-to-open Rolex headquarters on New York City’s Fifth Avenue.

The public relations professional is remembered for her benevolent generosity and unwavering commitment to those around her.

The new watch commemorates Pokémon’s 30th anniversary.

The luxury retailer is now called Exemplar Luxury Group.

The “Lady” collection is a new take on old beauty standards with gemstone-adorned hair pins and combs, a compact mirror necklace, and more.

The new line is included in the e-tailer’s curation of jewelry celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.

All active members who earned their credential or designation before Dec. 1, 2025, are required to recertify.

The new jewelry collection uses a colorful palette of onyx, malachite, tiger’s eye, mother-of-pearl, lapis, turquoise, and coral.

Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry is celebrating 30 years in the Ridgeland, Mississippi community.

Sean Milliner has joined the company.

Classes will begin in August at GIA’s new Canary Wharf location.

A ring set with “hogback” diamonds, an early stone cut dating to around the 16th century, sold for more than $20,000 at a U.K. auction.

The rainbow version of the ring, our Piece of the Week, features angel-cut, octahedral lab-grown sapphires designed to be worn as armor.




















