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The organization has reelected Kalpesh Jhaveri as president.

Kentaro Nishimura, who has been with the pearl company since 1997, has been promoted to president and CEO of Mikimoto America.

Cowlishaw earned a degree in horology after serving in World War II, working at one of the first Zales stores in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

The longtime luxury executive led one of LVMH’s watch brands, TAG Heuer, for 12 years before taking over Bulgari in 2013.

Reeds Jewelers CEO Alan Zimmer will be presented with the honor at JVC’s annual luncheon.

Founded in 2000, Marco Bicego is commemorating its milestone anniversary with a “25 Best” collection and campaigns honoring its heritage.

A group of creatives talked to Associate Editor Lauren McLemore about their approach to the annual Tucson gem, mineral, and fossil shows.

The highest-grossing lot of the sale was the retired QB’s Rolex Paul Newman Daytona “John Player Special.”

Mike Straub and John Treiber opened Treiber & Straub in 1980 with the goal of bringing Milwaukeeans the best jewelry brands.

The director of the Swiss Gemmological Institute (SSEF) will be honored for his impact on gemology and dedication to advancing the science.

The “Camera Oscura” collection showcases earring designs celebrating female Surrealist artists Claude Cahun and Leonor Fini.

Jennifer Mulvihill, the first woman to lead JSA in the organization’s 141-year history, takes over for the retiring John Kennedy.

On the verge of retirement, Kennedy recounts the most stressful stretch of his time at JSA and reveals what he’ll miss about the industry.

He dedicated his life to researching, writing, and speaking about gemstones in the hope he could inspire others to share his passion.

A strong economy, a growing middle class with an affinity for brands, and rapid expansion of organized retail have fueled the market’s rise.

The trade organization welcomed Sheryl Jones to its board of directors for a three-year term.

Elvis Presley gifted this circa 1967 gold and diamond watch to Dodie Marshall, his co-star in “Easy Come, Easy Go.”

John Carter received the AGS’s highest honor Tuesday afternoon at Conclave in Austin, Texas.

It aims to support aspiring journalists, media professionals, content creators, and communicators.

“Ice Cold: An Exhibition of Hip-Hop Jewelry” will open at the New York City museum on May 9.

Marti Stephens was honored with the annual award.

Industry veteran Gina D’Onofrio has rejoined the auction house.

The specimen, donated by collector Robert Lavinsky, is now on view.

The brand ambassadors are decked out in layered Pandora jewels, to showcase “self-expression, creative freedom, and joy.”



















