Cookson to produce, distribute Argentium Silver
Haslemere, United Kingdom—Argentium International, a new company established to promote the benefits of Argenium Silver, has announced a partnership with Cook Precious Metals, which will...
De Beers touts beneficiations programs in Africa
Cape Town, South Africa—The new De Beers is an organization that is working hard to promote prosperity through the partnerships it is forging with diamond-producing countries, Group Managing...
De Beers opens diamond-sorting facility in Bostwana
Gaborone, Botswana—The world's largest and most sophisticated diamond-sorting facility opened on Tuesday in the African nation of Botswana, marking yet another major shift in the diamond supply...
Dalumi brings bling to electronics
Las Vegas—The Dalumi Group has partnered with electronics giants LG and Ricoh to launch a luxury lifestyle accessory collection that includes a diamond-studded camera and memory stick.
Macy's 2Q sales slip 2.1 percent
Cincinnati—Amid a difficult retail environment, same-store sales for Macy's Inc. fell 2.1 percent for the second quarter ended Aug. 2, compared with the same period last year.
IDI strengthens China connection
Ramat Gan, Israel—The Israeli diamond industry plans heavy participation at the Macau Jewelry and Watch Fair, the latest in the industry's attempts to further its relationship with an emerging...
Mondaine names Gregory as brand manager
Zurich, Switzerland—Swiss company Mondaine Watch has appointed Margaret Gregory as its brand manager in what it calls a sign of increased commitment to growing its "affordable luxury" brand in...
EDiamondselect partners with buying group
Hollywood, Fla.—Diamond software company eDiamondselect is now partnering with Continental Buying Group (CBG), one of the largest jewelry buying groups in the country, the company announced on...
Breeden, business partner join Zale board
Dallas—Richard Breeden's foothold in Zale Corp. increased again on Thursday when he and his business partner were appointed to the company's board of directors.
Rapaport buys into The Watch Dealers Network
Las Vegas—The Rapaport Group, known throughout the industry for its diamond price lists, is now getting into timepiece trading with the acquisition of a "controlling interest" in The Watch...
Patrick to go more laps with Tissot
Weehawken, N.J.—Swiss watch brand Tissot has renewed its partnership with racing star Danica Patrick, who made history as the first woman ever to win a race in the sport of U.S. open-wheeled...
Friedman's goes forward with store-closing sales
Wilmington, Del.—Bankrupt retail jewelry chain Friedman's now is seeking to partner with a professional liquidator and move forward with store-closing sales.
Tiffany remains 'cautious' on U.S. market
New York—Tiffany and Co. reported a slight increase in same-store sales in the United States for fiscal year 2007, according to the company's financial earnings released today.
Tiffany urges opposition to Alaska gold mine
New York—From the fate of the red-skinned salmon that swim the clear waters of Bristol Bay, Alaska, to the die-hard salmon fishermen currently fretting over their livelihood, the new documentar...