The future of the ruby market seems to lie with the stones originating from Africa, but will the trade ever hold them in the same high regard as it does the Burmese stones?

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A total of seven retail jewelers in southern California have been victims of violent robberies recently, leading the JSA to reiterate its advice for escaping a robbery unscathed.

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The model and Gone Girl actress has been tapped as the face of the brand in its latest shots for spring, featuring Ratajkowski donning its latest designs and not much else.

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JA New York and MJSA Expo reported increases in attendance for their recently held shows at the Javits Center while Baselworld saw a slight drop in the number of attendees.

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The vendor of supplies for the jewelry trade has released a Label and Barcode catalog supplement.

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Here are the top five stories published on NationalJeweler.com for the week of March 20 to 26, according to Google Analytics.

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Jewelers of America has released the names of the four winners of its CASE Awards, which recognize JA retail members who exhibit creativity, artistry, style and excellence in jewelry design.

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The watch world was front and center this week with the Baselworld show in Switzerland and Apple’s announcement that it’s dropping the price of its least expensive smartwatch.

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The 15.99-carat Burmese ruby, set in a platinum and 18-karat gold Verdura ring with diamond accents, will be up for sale at Christie’s New York in April.

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On Tuesday, the Aaron Faber Gallery will open “Phenomenal Jewelry” featuring commissioned pieces from 21 jewelry designers highlighting exceptional colored stones.

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The two Swiss gem labs have come to an agreement on the color and quality standards for “pigeon blood red” and “royal blue,” terms used to describe rubies and sapphires.

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The line, called Effy Hematian - New York, features one-of-a-kind jewelry with gemstones that have been specially cut and hand-carved for consumers who are looking for more unique pieces.

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After 25 years in business, Julie Romanenko’s brand still is going strong and has gained a new following with the launch of a bridal collection.

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The New York City-based vendor of jewelry display and packaging materials now is offering online ordering via its newly enhanced and streamlined website.

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Apple has dropped the price of its entry-level Apple Watch Sport model by $50 for both the 38 mm and the 42 mm versions.

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The Today show’s “My Big Fat Today Wedding” event featured the New York City jeweler as well as a few well-known jewelry brands.

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The 9.54-carat fancy deep blue diamond Shirley Temple’s dad bought her in 1940 could sell for as much as $35 million when it hits the auction block next month.

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Stuller has released its Bridal 2016-2017 catalog, its most comprehensive catalog to date showing the company’s entire product offering.

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Here are the top five stories published on NationalJeweler.com for the week of March 13 to 19, according to Google Analytics.

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Due to lower foreign spending and softness in sales to U.S. consumers, same-store sales and total sales decreased in the company’s Americas regions in both the fiscal fourth quarter and the full-year period.

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One New Jersey jeweler is offering couples a way to live and relive the big moment when the words “Will you marry me?” were uttered.

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Russian diamond mining company Alrosa reported Thursday that revenue was up 8 percent in 2015 to $3.28 billion, due to a favorable market environment and the rouble’s depreciation against the dollar.

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New York City hosted the Jewelry Industry Summit, the JA New York Show, MJSA Expo and Lueur while the Baselworld show opened in Switzerland.

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After an 18-month pilot program, the company officially has launched the International Institute of Diamond Valuation to provide stone reselling opportunities for both the trade and consumers.

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The e-tailer announced Wednesday that it would open its third brick-and-mortar location, and first outside of the New York City area, in Fairfax County, Va. by mid-summer.

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