The museum also will host jewelry heist-themed movie nights throughout the run of “Chicago Collects: Jewelry in Perspective.”
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![Bernd Munsteiner, the gem cutter renowned for developing the fantasy cut, died on June 6 surrounded by his family in Stipshausen, Germany. Bernd Munsteiner](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/cd76e22e7e091a0ec8a1f78f9b5e1dd4.jpg)
Known to many as the “Picasso of gems" who modernized the gem cutting field, he is remembered by his family as going through life with open eyes.
![The headlining lot of Phillips New York jewels auction, a 45-carat fancy vivid yellow diamond, was withdrawn prior to the start of the sale, which took place June 12. 45.07-carat step cut fancy vivid yellow diamond](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/fbdd750b402ae8902874db6c06861d38.jpg)
Signed jewels and period pieces stood out at the sale.
![Bruce Cleaver, who led De Beers from 2016 until 2023, has joined Gemfields’ board as chair, effective July 1. Bruce Cleaver](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/32eb279b9de0116009abeedee8977a23.jpg)
The former De Beers CEO will step into the role next month.
![Rose-cut cabochon Montana sapphires from Columbia Gem House. In her State of the Majors story, Associate Editor Lauren McLemore highlights non-traditional gemstone cuts and other trends shaping the colored gemstone market. Rose cut arch cabochons Columbia Gem House](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/468236400e0b6a67638f60d551a46acc.jpg)
As prices of “The Big Three” skyrocket, supply dwindles, and focus on sustainability grows, an age of open-mindedness is dawning.
![New York City-based jewelry store Greenwich St. Jewelers is selling raffle tickets with all sales going to support nonprofit Trans Lifeline. Greenwich St jewelers pride raffle](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/2e4de5c09c89ac4cae73547681350dbc.jpg)
Tickets to win a ring are for sale until June 13, with proceeds going to a trans care nonprofit.
![A tie necklace from Van Cleef & Arpels, circa 1929, sold for three times its estimate at Sotheby’s jewelry auction on Friday, going for $3.6 million. Van Cleef & Arpels 1929 tie necklace](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/a0ac52e334906177964decdb48ca8b49.jpg)
The rare piece went home with a Sotheby’s executive.
![This 45-carat fancy vivid yellow diamond is the highlight of Phillips’ upcoming jewelry auction in New York. 45 carat yellow diamond](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/5dde67a812a014421fe4025be808497c.jpg)
The stone features rare step-cut faceting and is estimated to sell for up to $3.5 million.
![Sotheby’s sold each of the 11 watches in Sylvester Stallone’s personal collection for a total of $6.7 million at its New York sale this week. Pictured here is the actor’s Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime. Sylvester Stallone Sotheby’s watch](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/acfdbce3d42e921b320170754500225a.jpg)
The auction house sold all 11 watches from the “Rocky” star’s collection, with his Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime setting a new record.
![De Beers Jewellers is opening its first flagship store in Paris next year. Model De Beers Paris](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/7327f9d4fa35bae2a77e2b2ecc86c3aa.jpg)
It will open on Rue de la Paix in winter 2025.
![The Plumb Club has announced that Symposium ’25 will take place next year on the week of March 10. The Plumb Club logo](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/35889f1a2683992f7a208fbd8a088d34.jpg)
The educational event will return to New York City for a second year with a few changes.
![Gemfields reported strong results at its recent emerald auction, including a new record price-per-carat average. Gemfields rough emerald](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/de58761c130b692fcf79468c8709ec49.jpg)
Its May sale of gemstones from the Kagem mine in Zambia was strong despite a softening market.
![The Sphere, a bougie cocktail lounge, and a new mini golf course are among the new ways to enjoy Las Vegas outside of the convention center. Famous Welcome to Las Vegas sign](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/6554d37d389c66556237cc8fb7c674a2.jpg)
National Jeweler rounded up five ways to spend the evening or treat your team.
![These are the 2024 National Jeweler Retailer Hall of Fame inductees, from left to right: Ron Leitzel and Tonia Leitzel Ulsh of Mountz Jewelers, Craig and Judd Rottenberg of Long’s Jewelers, and Gina Drosos of Signet Jewelers. The 2024 National Jeweler Retailer Hall of Fame inductees](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/6fc45d85777a9d245d1f1b4ec20edfc4.jpg)
This year’s honorees include two multi-store independents and the CEO of the world’s largest diamond jewelry retailer.
![The Couture Show will offer education sessions throughout the show in the Cristal Ballroom and in the Bandol Ballroom. Couture Show logo](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/136b7d20f36f4088fd85105edc3fa27f.jpg)
The programming topics include gemology, sustainability, artificial intelligence, and more.
![The Natural Diamond Council is opening its “Natural Diamond Club,” inside the Yardbird Table & Bar Restaurant in The Venetian, as pictured in the rendering above, from May 30 to June 2. Natural Diamond Council club JCK Las Vegas](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/ed4ba59d551790dcae2b745be4046de9.jpg)
Appointments can be made ahead of time for access to exclusive events.
![Sotheby’s will auction a rare tie necklace made in 1929 by Van Cleef & Arpels at its June 7 jewelry auction in New York. Van Cleef & Arpels tie necklace](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/714f3170b5dbaa55d386d86e3feea317.jpg)
A tie necklace from Van Cleef & Arpels and a pinkish purple diamond are highlights of the upcoming New York jewelry auction.
![Ahead of its annual trade show, InStore’s Cram Day Conference will take place Aug. 10 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. Instore show 2024](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/3aec99dc7b3ff8920c2d13d1344dde73.jpg)
The limited-seating learning event precedes its second annual trade show, which starts Aug. 11.
![Renowned Welsh singer Dame Shirley Bassey’s jewelry is going up for auction at Sotheby’s Paris this fall. Dame Shirley Bassey’s](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/1bdfa997442a46409fa6af5c6109673a.jpg)
Sotheby’s will auction jewelry belonging to the “Diamonds Are Forever” singer in Paris this October.
![Studs’ new pop-up ear piercing experience is open in SoHo from May 9-24. Studs pop-up](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/16effa7c787b75d6177e9cbf92be0b4e.jpg)
“Fancy Studs” will feature revamped branding and a new lab-grown diamond fine jewelry collection.
![Stuller’s new Packaging & Displays catalog. Stuller Packaging & Displays 2024-2025 catalog](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/e6f5e81d90ef9cf4ce52441a16c377d8.png)
The 2024-2025 edition features new colors and styles, as well as storytelling elements.
![The 202-carat colored diamond dubbed “The Yellow Rose” led Christie’s Magnificent Jewels sale, with a buyer paying $6.7 million for the stone. 202.18 carat fancy intense yellow diamond The Yellow Rose](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/1ba47580331cbfb6c9f451b3c483cc37.jpg)
Though its website has been down for a week, Christie’s proceeded with its jewelry and watch auctions on May 13-14, bringing in nearly $80 million.
![A fancy red diamond, the “Argyle Phoenix,” set a world auction record this week, selling at Phillips Geneva for $4.2 million, well above its high estimate of $1.5 million. The Argyle Phoenix red diamond](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/8aa11719eb3ad87b1179c4e8917967e9.jpg)
The “Argyle Phoenix” sold for more than $4 million at the auction house’s second jewels sale.
![David Mann Jewelers in Geneseo, New York, is closing as its owner retires. David Mann jewelry store](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/d82f50c53c5c88cbb1bcfb06396bfda3.jpg)
Owner David Mann is heading into retirement.
![Fine jewelry line Platinum Born has selected (left to right) Pritika Swarup, Winter BreeAnn, Soledad O’Brien, Mélanie Masarin, Rajni Jacques, and Shannon Carlton to star in its new “Born Leaders” campaign. Born Leaders Platinum Born campaign](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/56135b07a43887c0ae05ff56fcd7b84d.jpg)
The ad aims to position platinum jewelry as ideal for everyday wear.