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Bridal market to fuel jewelry sales in 2008
New York—Experts predict jewelry sales will increase in 2008, despite the sluggish U.S. economy, thanks in large part to the bridal category.
March 07, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
PGI reveals innovative pieces at lower prices
New York—Dispelling the myth that buying platinum jewelry always means spending big money, Platinum Guild International (PGI) showcased pieces with price points of $5,000 or less at its Editor...
November 08, 2007 | National Jeweler Network
PGI preps TV stars with platinum
Beverly Hills, Calif.—Television's night to shine—the annual Emmy Awards ceremony—is coming up this Sunday, and the stars are aptly preparing.
September 14, 2007 | National Jeweler Network
PGI takes training show on the road
New York—The Platinum Guild International (PGI) will host its Platinum Technical Road Show beginning late this summer and touring selected cities throughout the country.
June 13, 2007 | National Jeweler Network
WJA announces 'DIVA' design winners
Las Vegas—The Women's Jewelry Association (WJA) has named the top three winners of its annual DIVA design competition, which focused this year on platinum bridal-jewelry designs.
June 05, 2007 | National Jeweler Network
WJA DIVA design competition goes platinum
Las Vegas—The 2007 Women's Jewelry Association (WJA) DIVA design competition will focus on platinum bridal designs with the theme "Two People, Three Platinum Rings."
February 21, 2007 | National Jeweler Network
PGI partners see 20 percent increase in platinum sales
New York—Halfway through Platinum Guild International's (PGI-USA) latest program—the Preferred Platinum Partner Program (or 4P)—participating jewelers have already reported sales...
January 31, 2007 | National Jeweler Network
Platinum margin exceeds national average, says PGI
New York—Platinum offers a strong profit center for retail jewelers, according to the Platinum Guild International (PGI).
December 13, 2006 | National Jeweler Network
Jewelers Exec Conference to spotlight white metals
Oklahoma City—This year's edition of the Jewelers Executive Conference, a three-day event for jewelry-store owners and managers, will include an inside look at white metals, with bridal...
January 24, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
PGI to sponsor 12th annual WJA DIVA Awards
Chicago Ridge, Ill.—For the second year, Platinum Guild International (PGI) will serve as the pillar sponsor of the Women's Jewelry Association (WJA) Platinum DIVA Awards design competition.
April 11, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
IIJS opens with call for generic jewelry promotion
Mumbai, India—Indian officials at the 25th annual India International Jewellery Show (IIJS), which opened today at the NSE Complex in Goreagon, Mumbai, are looking forward to a robust five days...
August 07, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
CIBJO focus fixed on sustainable development
Cape Town, South Africa—The second day of the 2007 CIBJO Congress featured two panel sessions on sustainable practices.
March 14, 2007 | National Jeweler Network
Platinum Honors return to AGTA Spectrum Awards
Dallas—The 2009 American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) Spectrum Awards will re-introduce the Platinum Honors division back into the competition.
May 19, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
PGI-USA to debut 'Style Challenge' at Couture
New York—As part of its ongoing commitment to raising awareness and desire for platinum jewelry, the Platinum Guild International (PGI-USA) has announced a new platinum style challenge and...
April 17, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
MJSA elects new board
Providence, R.I.—Manufacturing Jewelers and Suppliers of America (MJSA) elected several new board members at its 104th Annual Meeting on Nov. 7.
November 19, 2007 | National Jeweler Network
MJSA accepts entries for 2008 Vision Awards
Providence, R.I.—Manufacturing Jewelers and Suppliers of America (MJSA) is now accepting entries for its 17th Annual Vision Awards Design Competition, a contest that recognizes the talent and...
September 26, 2007 | National Jeweler Network
WJA plans four "Women in the Know" conferences
New York—The Women's Jewelry Association (WJA) has announced its fifth annual "Women in the Know" (WITK) conference, a one-day educational and networking conference geared to women in the...
January 31, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
Platinum jewelry demand dips in '07
New York—Demand for new platinum from jewelry manufacturers will dip slightly in 2007, despite modest growth in platinum jewelry purchases in China and Europe, as will demand for new palladium,...
November 13, 2007 | National Jeweler Network
Allchin to head CIBJO metals commission
Dubai, United Arab Emirates—The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) appointed Michael Allchin as head of its Precious Metals Commission during its annual congress, held earlier this month in...
April 28, 2008 | National Jeweler Network
PGI presents 'Gone Platinum Awards'
New York—The Platinum Guild International (PGI USA) has awarded three Preferred Platinum Partner Program (4P) members with the "Gone Platinum Award" for their exceptional dedication to increase...
July 16, 2007 | National Jeweler Network



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