Emmanuel Raheb recommends digging into demographic data, customizing your store’s communications, and retargeting ahead of May 12.
10 Jewelry News Stories You Might Have Missed
Rolex reveals its new watches, four are sentenced in a case involving counterfeit Native American jewelry, and more.
Rolex showed off its new watches for 2020 and jewelry brand W.Rosado’s new collection took personalization to the next level.
Catch up on last week’s jewelry news with these 10 stories.
1. 4 Sentenced, 1 Sought in Case Involving Fake Native American Jewelry
Two men and two businesses were sentenced in federal court in Albuquerque last week as part of “Operation Al Zuni.”
2. Rolex Unveils Its 2020 Watches
There are four updates to the Oyster Perpetual collection.
3. Multi-State Sneak Thief Strikes Again, JSA Says
The man wanted for snatching jewelry and watches from showcases in seven states allegedly pulled off another theft in the South.
4. A New Diamond Ad Campaign Is Coming This Fall
The new consumer-facing campaign from the Natural Diamond Council is set to debut in mid-September.
5. This Is the Most Fun Take on Personalization We’ve Seen All Year
It’s from designer Wilfredo Rosado’s new contemporary fine jewelry brand, W.Rosado.
6. Former Polygon Exec Tapped to Head Get Diamonds
Kim E. Pelletier, who spent three years as vice president of sales and marketing at Polygon, will helm the new diamond trading platform.
7. Signet’s Q2 Sales Slide 35% As It Leans on E-Commerce
The retailer has created a full-time virtual selling team to serve customers “wherever they want to shop” for the upcoming holiday season.
8. Amanda’s Style File: September’s Sapphires
See 16 jewels celebrating one of the most versatile and crowd-pleasing gemstones.
9. NoLo Studios Begins Residency Program for BIPOC Jewelers
The Brooklyn artist collective is asking for donations and supplies to support one year of rent and a full basic bench setup for one jewelry designer.
10. Coach’s Corner: How to Keep Your Customers Engaged
Whether it’s live chat or a good old-fashioned phone call, The Jewelry Coach Pat Henneberry explains why keeping in touch is so important right now.
The Latest
The mining company’s Diavik Diamond Mine lost four employees in a plane crash in January.
A 203-carat diamond from the alluvial mine in Angola achieved the highest price.
With Ho Brothers, you can unlock your brand's true potential and offer customers the personalized jewelry experiences they desire.
Ruser was known for his figural jewelry with freshwater pearls and for his celebrity clientele.
The “Rebel Heart” campaign embodies rebellion, romance, and sensuality, the brand said.
Editor-in-Chief Michelle Graff shares the standout moments from the education sessions she attended in Austin last week.
For over 30 years, JA has advocated for the industry, fought against harmful legislation and backed measures that help jewelry businesses.
The overhaul includes a new logo and enhanced digital marketplace.
The money will go toward supporting ongoing research and aftercare programs for childhood cancer survivors.
A new addition to the “Heirloom” collection, this one-of-a-kind piece features 32 custom-cut gemstones.
Last month in Dallas, David Walton pushed another jeweler, David Ettinger, who later died.
The move will allow the manufacturing company to offer a more “diverse and comprehensive” range of products.
From now through mid-May, GIA will be offering the reports at a 50 percent discount.
De Beers’ rough diamond sales were down 18 percent year-over-year in its latest round of sales.
Sponsored by the Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show
The Patek Philippe expert will serve as personal curator for the brand-focused company.
The 553-square-foot shop is aboard the Carnival Jubilee cruise ship.
NDC filed a complaint against Skydiamond for use of phrases like “diamonds made entirely from the sky.”
John Carter received the AGS’s highest honor Tuesday afternoon at Conclave in Austin, Texas.
LVMH said the company performed well despite an uncertain geopolitical and economic environment.
B&D Sales and Service held a ribbon-cutting event for its new location in Cranston, Rhode Island.
It’s ultra-feminine and filled with gold, pearls, and soft pastels.
Emily Highet Morgan and Emily Bennett have joined the agency’s team.
Its updated book for mountings is also now available.
She has been with the organization since 2010, most recently serving as its chief officer of PR and industry relations.
Joyce’s Jewelry sued the bank after cybercriminals drained its accounts of nearly $1.6 million through a series of wire transfers.