The skinny on some of the world's priciest gems
Because certain colored gemstones are extraordinarily beautiful and extremely rare, they command high prices on the global market. A reader recently asked several questions about which colored...
Textured gold, quartz among hot trends at Feninjer
Sao Paulo, Brazil—Textured yellow gold, quartz in a variety of colors and bold geometric looks were among the top trends at Feninjer, the largest jewelry show in South America, held from Aug....
H. Stern founder Hans Stern dies
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil—Founder and chairman of the board of H. Stern Jewelers, Hans Stern, died on Oct. 26 at the age of 85.
The skinny on cat's eye, color, Paraiba tourmaline
What's the cause of the "milk-and-honey" effect in a cat's-eye? Can I describe all blue color tourmaline from Africa as "Paraiiba tourmaline?"
Judge dismisses lawsuit over Paraiba name
A judge dismisses a $120 million lawsuit filed by Paraiba.com that accused two U.S. gemological laboratories and a California gemstone company of unfairly using the name "Paraiba tourmaline."
Couture show sees increased exhibitors, attendees
New York—During a year of low turnout at the jewelry shows, organizers of the high-end Couture show have reported attendance levels nearing 4,900, a record high for the show.
Paraiba seller sues over same-name stones
Santa Cruz, Calif.—Paraiba.com has filed a $120 million lawsuit against two gemological labs and an African tourmaline seller, alleging that the naming and selling of non-Brazilian stones as...
Breitling to time Red Bull Air Race
Grenchen, Switzerland—Breitling, known for its aviation watches, has signed on as official timekeeper for the Red Bull Air Race World Series for the next three years.
JA New York returns in late July
New York—The JA New York Summer Show will return to the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City this year from July 27-30.
Judge dismisses lawsuit over Paraiba name
San Jose, Calif.—A judge has dismissed a $120 million lawsuit filed by Paraiba.com that accused two U.S. gemological laboratories and a California gemstone company of unfairly using the name...
Jewelers Mutual names industry-relations director
Neenah, Wis.—Jewelers Mutual Insurance Co. has named Patricia Syvrud, G.G., director of industry relations and market development for its sales and marketing team.
Walmart U.S. sales up 5 percent in February
Bentonville, Ark.--Net sales at Wal-Mart Stores Inc. increased 2.8 percent to $30.02 billion for the four weeks ended Feb. 27, compared with $29.19 billion for the four weeks ended Feb. 29, 2008, the...
Sotheby's to offer jewels of Brazil's 'first lady'
Geneva—Jewelry from a number of noteworthy women will be on the auction block during Sotheby's spring sale of Magnificent Jewels, the auction house has announced.
African nations slated to attend IDI conference
Ramat Gan, Israel—Delegations from a majority of African diamond-producing countries will attend Israel's Third International Rough Diamond Conference.
JA New York sets new dates for Winter Show
New York--JA New York and the National Jeweler Network have announced new dates for the 2010 JA New York Winter Show, now taking place from Feb. 28-March 2, 2010.
International chains look to emerging markets
New York—International retailers are looking at emerging markets such as Latin America to drive their growth through 2012, according to a recent study by CB Richard Ellis Group.
Jewelry buying house CIRCA expands
New York—International buying house CIRCA, which provides a liquid market to consumers for previously owned jewelry, is opening offices in San Francisco and Washington, D.C.
Calling all colored-stone jewelry designs!
New York--National Jeweler magazine will be honoring the most exciting and unique colored-stone jewelry designs in the February installment of its 2009 Best of Marketing and Design Contest.
Special Delivery attendance up 13 percent
New York—JA New York's Special Delivery Show, featuring a cash-and-carry format ideal for jewelry retailers heading into the holiday season, returned to the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center at...
JA New York 'Special Delivery' this weekend
New York—The JA New York Special Delivery Show returns to the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in Manhattan this Sunday with more than 450 exhibitors, making it the largest show to date. It...