The “Forces of Nature” collection was inspired by the place where De Beers sources most of its diamonds.
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![Inspired by the waters in Iceland, Boucheron’s creative director, Claire Choisne, created 26 high jewelry pieces to capture the beauty of water, a vital and precious resource, said the brand. Models Wearing Or Bleu Collection](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/6d7684aaaef66da5d09448c58fe77399.jpg)
The 2024 high jewelry collection features pieces representing water in many forms.
![The two-day Certified Beginner Bench Jeweler exam will be offered at GIA’s Robert Mouawad Campus in Carlsbad, California, and be administered by a GIA professional, so no proctor is needed. Jewelers of America Logo](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/4337fedf3b8dd0f24bb76d27ae3cfde6.jpg)
The on-site exam will be administered from Aug. 8-9.
![Eriness’ “Snake Coil” necklace in 14-karat yellow gold with two emerald eyes and diamonds totaling 0.93 carats ($4,695) Eriness’ Snake Coil Necklace](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/4aba59a774b237fc9ca1958dc1ea8206.jpg)
Join Eriness’ garden party with this emerald-eyed snake.
![From left to right, Warren H. Morss, Monica L. Caldwell, and Mark T. Cartwright have been elected to leadership positions in the American Society of Appraisers for the 2024-2025 term. Warren H. Morss, Monica L. Caldwell, Mark T. Cartwright](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/75cea5dfb4a6a577a3a4561b60d696b0.jpg)
Warren H. Morss is the new governor, while Monica L. Caldwell and Mark T. Cartwright are the members-at-large.
![The first chapter, “Milan’s Monochromatic Treasures,” focuses on the architecture of the city, while “Milanese Color Prism” interprets the artistic creativity present in Milan. Models wearing Pomellato’s “The Dualism of Milan” collection](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/d1c7e07c96063c8abd0da9e6910c7dfe.jpg)
“The Dualism of Milan” collection features two chapters representing the monochromatic and colorful spirit of the city.
![The National Association of Jewelry Appraisers mid-year conference will take place in connection with the Instore show, slated for Aug. 10 to 12 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill. National Association of Jewelry Appraisers Logo](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/f8f692a1d58ae95707dbb486111b77bd.jpg)
The conference will focus on the “practical ‘how to’ of appraising gems and jewelry,” said NAJA Executive Director Gail Brett Levine.
![CRJC attendees will have access to the Instore Show’s show floor, education programs, and evening networking events. Instore and Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference Logos](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/a338d70b904090b4c46ce7f1045700f6.jpg)
The partnership, now in its second year, allows CRJC attendees to register for a free Instore show badge.
![Jade Trau’s new “Billie” bangle in 18-karat yellow gold with round-, pear-, and marquise-cut diamonds totaling 1.72 carats ($22,600) Billie Bangle](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/9283ce5927cbdb1e24a1284caf4027b1.jpg)
Take a walk along this bangle’s diamond “cobblestone” made from round-, pear-, and marquise-cut diamonds.
![Hearts On Fire’s new rebrand comes along with the announcement of its new signature “Barre” collection, styled in its “Light, Unleashed” campaign seen above. Models wearing the Hearts On Fire Barre collection](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/9e2d2d1ee933919f67bb98d06e41c534.jpg)
The rebrand includes a new visual identity, the opening of a retail concept, and the launch of the “Barre” collection.
![This necklace by designer Sevan Bicakci won a Couture Design Award in the “Best in Haute Couture” category. Sevan Bicakci Necklace](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/494b6beb43902828e3850a386b915f1a.jpg)
Held on Saturday in Las Vegas, the annual awards show recognized brands and designers across 20 categories.
![Francesca Villa’s “The Blink of an Eye” pearl pendant with a vintage VariVue lenticular image set in 18-karat yellow gold and framed by enamel, pearls, and diamonds totaling 0.98 carats. ($15,550) The Blink of an Eye pendant](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/14bc2e4840a841a0d521e65b33c1bb81.jpg)
Couture attendees should stop by booth 410 to see Francesca Villa’s rendition of antique “lover’s eye” jewelry.
![The Design Atelier is a section of the Couture show dedicated to up-and-coming designers with distinct aesthetics and unique points-of-view. Pictured here, starting clockwise from bottom left, are rings from Mined + Found, Helena Rose, Vanessa Fernandez Studio, Alice Herald and Sanaz Doost (center). Five rings from the Design Atelier](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/69dee63efb88abaabb8c3185b9bd7308.jpg)
A springboard for more nascent jewelry designers and brands, the Design Atelier features 21 new faces this year.
![Online luxury marketplace 1stDibs detailed the popular jewelry trends it saw in 2023, and they included bows and snakes. Pictured are Akaila Reid’s 18-karat yellow gold bow drop earrings (left) with South Sea pearls and pavé diamonds totaling 0.98 carats and Delphine Leymarie’s 18-karat yellow gold snake ring with diamonds totaling 0.18 carats. Pavé Drop Bow earrings and Facette Snake diamond ring](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/51bb97282a55e50da5636f1cdd38e591.jpg)
A recent jewelry trends report sheds light on what likely will be hot when the industry descends on the desert.
![The board of directors and trustees of Gem-A unanimously accepted Hart’s resignation and have begun searching for his replacement. Alan Hart Headshot](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/f5e9ab7c6bcab1b47f945e47ed9bd7cc.jpg)
He is stepping down in August after eight years as CEO.
![The trifold brochure includes a detailed item description, diamond and gemstone grading scales, diamond plots, and up to four high-resolution images, said the company. There is also a format for timepiece appraisals. Instappraise Trifold Brochure](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/ffb3fb6affb072470de57804c75c94dd.jpg)
Retailers can customize and print the appraisal brochures from their store.
![Freeman’s | Hindman hosted the sale of “The Private Collection of Secretary Madeleine K. Albright” on May 7-8. Madeleine K. Albright’s Patriotic Leopard Brooch](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/146dab84bc1d3a4fd35e917ab383f71d.jpg)
The late former U.S. Secretary’s collection went for quadruple the sale’s pre-sale estimate.
![Carina Hardy’s “Birth of Venus” necklace sculpted in 18-karat yellow gold with three diamonds ($11,475) Birth of Venus necklace](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/0c0168206496d8594d53861643e9b34f.jpg)
As a token of womanhood, this necklace depicts when Venus was born from the sea.
![This year’s Met Gala theme was “The Garden of Time,” celebrating the Costume Institute’s new exhibition titled “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.” From left to right are three 2024 Met Gala attendees, Cynthia Erivo in Roberto Coin, Zendaya in Bulgari, and Formula One race car driver Lewis Hamilton in Briony Raymond. Cynthia Erivo, Zendaya, Lewis Hamilton at the Met Gala](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/a600f9ac7809eefa289e34c92f755b10.jpg)
Stars adorned themselves in emeralds, platinum, and myriad bird motifs, writes Associate Editor Natalie Francisco.
![With a mission to create future family heirlooms, Phillip Gavriel chose to design the “Venetian Link” collection in 14-karat yellow gold and handcraft each piece in Italy. Models Wearing Venetian Link Bracelets and Necklaces](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/d74e706d4f0add7bea5aec37ecd5e8e5.jpg)
The “Venetian Link” series modernizes the classic Veneziana box chain in its bracelets and necklaces.
![The scholarship is in honor of Lonia Tate, who was a long-term associate at Ben Bridge Jeweler and the first black president of Executive Women International’s Seattle chapter. Ben Bridge Jeweler Logo](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/b4f83f58179d8a70fa70cc88b2ef3263.jpg)
It will award a graduating high school student with about $10,000 toward a GIA diploma and an internship with the Seattle-based jeweler.
![The program, now in its third year, tasked gold-focused designers with creating platinum pieces to exhibit during the Couture show in Las Vegas next month. Five Platinum Pieces](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/c3bb41c83ca8550c1dde8bf66519853a.jpg)
PGI partnered with four new and seven returning designers for its annual platinum capsule collection.
![Kristine Nicolosi, president and CEO of The Kingswood Company, has joined WJA’s international board of directors and will serve as chair of the WJA Audit Committee. Kristie Nicolosi](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/54e198363c3b83b700047d1cf86233df.jpg)
Nicolosi, president and CEO of The Kingswood Company, previously sat on WJA’s board from 2011 to 2018.
![The “Horizon” collection uses aquamarines, gray spinel, and blue sapphires as representations of the ocean and sky. Horizon Campaign Collage](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/597b69f455c043b20c8b60f483ae4f5f.jpg)
“Horizon” invites individuals to explore the limitless possibilities that lie ahead, said the brand.
![Industry veteran Jacqui Larsson is the new sales and marketing director for Opsydia, a U.K.-based company that specializes in sub-surface laser inscriptions for diamonds. Jacqui Larsson Looking at a Diamond](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/1ce8bb307d043a9ba8c84f0b166be1c4.jpg)
Jacqui Larsson joins Opsydia with nearly two decades of experience in the industry.