Jeweler Foster and Son celebrates 50 years
Denver--Family-owned fine jeweler Foster and Son is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.
A kaleidoscope of diamond jewelry on tap for 2009
New York--This spring, a shake-up of earthquake-like proportions is about to happen, with something rare and wonderful at its epicenter: Natural colored diamonds.
Hyde Park Jewelers celebrates 30 years
Denver—Hyde Park Jewelers, one of the nation's top independents, is celebrating 30 years in business. Founded in 1976, Hyde Park today boasts locations in Denver, Phoenix and Las Vegas, and...
Breitling honors top retailers
New York—Luxury watchmaker Breitling honored seven jewelers at its 2007 "Retailers of the Year" luncheon held at New York City's Per Se restaurant on Jan. 12.
Retailer Hall of Fame inductees announced
New York—The inductees for the 20th annual National Jeweler Retailer Hall of Fame, an honor for jewelers who have made significant contributions in jewelry retailing, have been announced.
Shane Co. files for Chapter 11
Denver--Centennial, Colo.-based jewelry chain Shane Co. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection earlier this week, becoming the latest industry member to experience financial woes amid the economic...
Warning issued in Denver for traveling jewelry salespeople
Denver—According to the Jewelers' Security Alliance, the Rocky Mountain Safe Streets Task Force has issued an alert for traveling jewelry salespeople in the Denver, Colo., area.
'Clasp' jewelry-making conference returns
Albuquerque, N.M.—Following a successful debut last year, industry supplier Rio Grande will once again host "Clasp—A Convergence of Jewelers."
Shane Co. closes three stores
Bankrupt Colorado jewelry chain Shane Co. closed at least three of its underperforming locations on Feb. 15, the company has confirmed to National Jeweler.
Hyde Park, Rado win first-ever 'Best Of' awards
New York--National Jeweler has released the results of its first-ever "National Jeweler Best Of Awards," a monthly contest showcasing the finest in marketing and product design.
JSA issues traveling salesperson alert for N.C.
New York—Prompted by several recent attacks on jewelry salespeople that happened in Charlotte, N.C., the Jewelers' Security Alliance (JSA) has issued a warning for the area.
Hyde Park Jewelers' Rosdal announces retirement
Denver—Hyde Park Jewelers announced today the retirement of co-founder and CEO Steven Rosdal, as well as the appointments of co-founder Michael Pollak to CEO and Shereen Pollak to president.
AGS gives grooms ring guidance on radio tour
Las Vegas—Grooms-to-be heard all they needed to know about buying an engagement ring last week during the American Gem Society (AGS) Laboratories' 13-stop radio media tour.
World-renowned business experts to headline AGS Conclave
Las Vegas—Five experts in strategic planning, marketing, advertising and brand development will present programs at the American Gem Society's (AGS) International Conclave, to be held in Denver...
The Eight-Figure Independents: Luxury on hold
The "new normal" for America's Eight-Figure Independent retail jewelers means casting a critical eye on expenses, inventory, vendors and, in some cases, learning to do without.
WJA awards student scholarships
New York—The Women's Jewelry Association (WJA) has awarded $21,000 in student scholarships to 15 jewelry students from 12 schools.
World Jewelry Center gains momentum
Las Vegas—The World Jewelry Center (WJC) has now signed 60 companies to Letters of Intent, a jump of 50 percent in the last five weeks.
Hearts On Fire awards $1 million-plus in bling
New York—Before today, Jennifer Barnier, 50, never owned a diamond. But after winning a $1 million Hearts On Fire (HOF) diamond-shopping spree at Michael C. Fina this morning, she said she'd...
In jewelry industry, candidates face hard sell
New York--Whether they lean left or right, the majority of retail jewelers appear united on one thing: The importance of the upcoming presidential election cannot be overstated.
GIA Alumni opens 12 chapters worldwide
Carlsbad, Calif.—The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) Alumni Association has opened 12 new chapters internationally this year and plans to open about 30 more by the end of 2008.