The report shows that couples are searching for vintage and antique rings, gold jewelry, pearls, and colorful pieces.
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A Mughal haul at Christie’s, and one of our columnists asks the question, is it really worth it to put so much effort into driving foot traffic?
New York—Missed our newsletters because you were on summer vacation last week? Here are five of our top stories to help bring you back up to speed.
1. Mughal Magnificence: Christie’s Auction Nets $109M
Held last Wednesday in New York, the auction house’s sale of Indian jewelry ranks as the second highest-grossing private jewelry collection auction in history.
2. Do You Really Need to Drive More Prospects into Your Store?
Increasing foot traffic is not the panacea some retailers seem to think it is, Peter Smith wrote in his latest column.
3. Suspect Indicted for Murder of PA Jeweler in New Orleans
A grand jury ruled that Magen Hall will face charges of armed robbery, obstruction of justice and second-degree murder in the death of Patrick Murphy.
4. 5 Things That Are New from Stuller
At JCK Las Vegas, the company debuted an on-trend bridal collection, added lab-grown melee in pink and blue, and introduced a new tester.
5. What Does Transparency Mean in 2019?
Associate Editor Ashley Davis recaps what she learned at a panel on transparency at the recent JCK Las Vegas show.
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He’s remembered as a “font of passion,” leaving behind a legacy of dedication to his craft and community.
The first one will take place next month during the Jewelers of Louisiana’s and Mississippi Jewelers Association’s conventions.
For over 30 years, JA has advocated for the industry, fought against harmful legislation and backed measures that help jewelry businesses.
The redesigned boutique features interactive displays and a workshop space for hands-on learning about watchmaking.
There is a willingness to comply with new government-mandated regulations, with an insistence that they should be practical and realistic.
A combination of factors is driving growth in the industry despite the precipitous drop in prices across the board.
Ho Brothers offers scalable solutions for the future of custom jewelry.
The zone’s modernization will enhance and increase India’s jewelry manufacturing capabilities while aiding small and mid-sized businesses.
By the end of this year, SRK’s diamond manufacturing complexes will achieve net zero emissions, one of an impressive array of achievements.
The company plans to invest $25 million in marketing initiatives to boost awareness around its namesake and licensed brands.
Optimism about the current state of the economy was offset by anxiety around inflation and the political environment.
The former WJA executive director is MFM’s new managing director.
DDG encourages retailers to educate customers on the positive impact of purchasing natural diamonds.
Highlighting the most iconic Tiffany collections, it’s inspired by the company’s late window designer, Gene Moore.
Jen Cullen Williams and Duvall O’Steen explore how jewelers can save time and money by using AI to analyze engagement and create content.
The retailer previously turned down an $8.4 billion offer in 2018.
The Florida store’s owner Miguel Gonzalez is retiring.
The lab stresses the importance of accurate identification, as the difference in price is “substantial.”
The brand also plans to expand its retail footprint from 138 to 200 stores over the next three years.
One is reserved for a NAJA member, the other for a non-member.
Longtime employees Carie Lehrke and Megan Mattice have received promotions.
Three guests joined National Jeweler and Jewelers of America to discuss trending time periods, spotting reproductions, and more.
Chris Clipper and Robert Lepere join the company with 50 years of combined experience.
The trendy, metallic earrings wink at classic spring colors.
JSA said a man and woman pulled the safe out of an Oakland jewelry store but couldn’t quite get it into their van.
The miner’s March auction generated $19 million.