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Although the market is robust, tariffs and precious metal prices are impacting the industry, Stuart Robertson and Brecken Branstrator said.

The nonprofit has welcomed four new grantees for 2026.

The AGTA Spectrum and Cutting Edge “Buyer’s Choice” award winners were announced at the Spectrum Awards Gala last week.

The event will include panel discussions, hands-on demonstrations of new digital manufacturing tools, and a jewelry design contest.

Registration is now open for The Jewelry Symposium, set to take place in Detroit from May 16-19.

The new category asks entrants for “exceptional” interpretations of the supplier’s 2026 color of the year, which is “Signature Red.”

The company also announced a new partnership with GemGuide and the pending launch of an education-focused membership program.

The top lot of the year was a 1930s Cartier tiara owned by Nancy, Viscountess Astor, which sold for $1.2 million in London last summer.

Any gemstones on Stuller.com that were sourced by an AGTA vendor member will now bear the association’s logo.

The new addition will feature finished jewelry created using “consciously sourced” gemstones.

The initial charts are for blue, teal, and green material, each grouped into three charts categorized as good, fine, and extra fine.

The new tool can assign the appropriate associate based on the client or appointment type and automate personalized text message follow-ups.

Buyers are expected to gravitate toward gemstones that have a little something special, just like last year.

The retailer operates more than 450 boutiques across 45 states, according to its website.

The new features include interactive flashcards and scenario-based roleplay with AI tools.

It explores the history of the iconic tagline and the company’s strategy to redefine the role of diamonds in society.

Morris’ most cherished role was being a mother and grandmother, her family said.

Heath Yarges brings two decades of experience to the role.

Trevor Jonathan Wright led a crew in a string of armed robberies targeting South Asian-owned jewelry stores on the East Coast.

The award-winning actor’s visionary approach and creativity echo the spirit of Boucheron, the brand said.

The supplier’s online program allows customers to search and buy calibrated natural and lab-grown diamond melee, including in fancy shapes.

The new show will take place Jan. 23-25, 2026.

Through EventGuard, the company will offer event liability and cancellation insurance, including wedding coverage.

Kimberly Miller has been promoted to the role.













