Jewelers of America and the American Gem Society are coming together to launch a consumer-facing campaign this holiday season called “My Jewelry Wish List.”
Search

Brittany Lewis and Caleb Wood were appointed as chief marketing officer and chief operating officer, respectively.
Recipients of the 2020 grants also have been announced.
Ahead of Halloween, National Jeweler interviews jewelry designer Alexandra Lozier about the lore surrounding certain colored gemstones.
The consumer alert also includes links to news articles where applicable.

Sales totaled $467 million in the eighth sales cycle of the year, up from $334 million in the seventh.

The company uses a proprietary algorithm to cut micro-grooves into diamonds to brighten them without losing carat weight.

This month, a portion of proceeds benefit a breast cancer charity.

They include the same color and clarity terminology the lab uses for natural diamonds, a change announced earlier this year.

The future of the diamond mine is in question as owner Dominion Diamond scrambles to try to put together a new deal.

It’s part of the watchmaker’s first artist collaboration in a decade.

The organization will distribute it among its four legacy charities as well as three additional organizations it has supported for years.
Authors Dusan Simic and Branko Deljanin also will be hosting webinars on lab-grown diamonds this fall.

Gemologists will share tips and tricks for appraising old European- and mine-cut diamonds, vintage Rolex watches, and more during the virtual event.

It’s all about chains that are unisex.

Erica Lovett, the former director of inclusion and diversity at Condé Nast, has joined the storied watch and jewelry company.
Robert Riveros got 22 years behind bars after pleading guilty to robbery and weapons charges.

The blogger and jewelry designer advocate is holding a giveaway for those who can prove they’ve voted in the upcoming November election.

While travel and experiential gifts will likely decrease this year, consumers are being drawn toward buying and gifting more meaningful objects that symbolize that “stronger together” mentality.

Pieces from the late Rock Currier’s collection head to Bonhams, including a 530-carat kunzite and a gold jewelry box decorated with gemstones.

Named “The Spirit of the Rose,” the fancy vivid purple-pink diamond is expected to go for as much as $38 million at auction.
Tiina Smith Jewelry in Boston is hosting a new exhibition showcasing vintage jewelry from Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, and other iconic brands.

The money will benefit families of American health care workers who died of COVID-19.

Expand your ability to both source and sell product safely and securely.

In honor of the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage, Lang Antiques’ Emily Friedricks and jeweler Cathy Calhoun delve into the myths and truths surrounding the movement’s jewelry.