Why do some people succeed while others fail? It’s more about grit than talent, according to a new book.

Michelle Graff

Three jewelry experts will talk about their experience and success in the trade on June 2, right before the Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show opens.

Michelle Graff

Here are the top five stories published on NationalJeweler.com for the week of April 24 to 30, according to Google Analytics.

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The colored gemstone miner unearthed a rare set of matching rubies weighing a total of 45 carats from its Montepuez mine in Mozambique.

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Emerald and beryl output nearly tripled for the colored gemstone miner in its third quarter, driven by an increase in average grades per ton at its Kagem mine. 

Brecken Branstrator

Dana Schorr, known in the colored gemstone world for his outspoken and rebellious nature but, most of all, for his big heart, died Wednesday of complications following a heart attack.

Michelle Graff

The company is using a crowdfunding platform to make its Momento line of “smart” pearl jewelry available to the public.

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The mining company officially has started mining at its Capricorn mine in Queensland, Australia, which is producing both traditional blue as well as yellow and green sapphires.

Brecken Branstrator

Renowned research gemologists Shane McClure of the Gemological Institute of America and Christopher Smith of the American Gemological Labs will speak at the AGA conference in Tucson next month. 

Michelle Graff

Monday marked the first official day of the buying and selling activity that happens every February in Tucson. So far, sapphire and ruby are in demand along with gold and diamond finished jewelry. 

Brecken Branstrator

The acclaimed designer, who works with black opals, will speak at the International Opal Jewellery Design Awards, scheduled to be held in Australia this summer.

Michelle Graff

At the AGTA GemFair, designer Babette Shennan is showcasing additions to both her Gingko and Rivulet collections.

Brecken Branstrator

The latest installment in the Rocks On series examines current supply and demand for turquoise and displays several pieces of jewelry that highlight the stone’s hues. 

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As interest in pink stones has picked up over the last decade, morganite demand and price have been lifted with it while supply struggles to keep pace.

Brecken Branstrator

This installment of Rocks On looks at the current market for moonstone, including which varieties are most popular and where prices are heading. 

Brecken Branstrator

This edition of Rocks On examines how the U.S.’s ban on the import of jadeite from Myanmar has affected the gemstone in the American market. 

Brecken Branstrator

This gemstone’s varying colors means that every stone is different from the rest, making it extra appealing in a market where everyone is clamoring for a one-of-a-kind piece.

Brecken Branstrator

The gemstone miner said it is moving the first sale of sapphires from the Capricorn mine in Australia back to the third quarter due to lower-than-expected production.

Brecken Branstrator

Tino Hammid, the renowned gem photographer who got his start at the GIA more than 30 years ago, died Saturday from cancer. He was 63.

Michelle Graff

Gemstone wholesaler Veerasak Gems purchased the 45-carat pair for an undisclosed sum and dubbed them the “Eyes of the Dragon.”

Michelle Graff

Once a gemstone that appealed mainly to collectors, zircon’s blue hues have mass market draw these days.

Brecken Branstrator

The Silver Promotion Service (SPS) had identified five silver jewelry trends that will be popular among shoppers this holiday season, and has suggested a selection of fitting pieces that range in price from $200 to $2,000.

Michelle Graff

After closing their retail store earlier this year, Vicki and Howard Cunningham moved on to their next venture, Cunningham Jewelry & Appraisal Services. Co-owner Vicki talked to National Jeweler about the ups, downs, and lessons learned about life after retail. 

Brecken Branstrator

TAG Heuer has created what it is calling the first Swiss sports “smartwatch,” made for the crew of Oracle Team USA to wear when competing in the 34th America’s Cup.

Michelle Graff

A limited-edition Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Gyrotourbillon 2 garnered $255,750 at Antiquorum’s auction held Wednesday in New York, just above its pre-sale high estimate. 

Michelle Graff