2023 Rewind: Recapping the Year Gone By

Said to be the first to write a jewelry sales manual for the industry, Zell is remembered for his zest for life.

Natalie Francisco

The company outfitted the Polaris Dawn spaceflight crew with watches that will later be auctioned off to benefit St. Jude’s.

Lauren McLemore

A buyer paid more than $100,000 for the gemstone known as “Little Willie,” setting a new auction record for a Scottish freshwater pearl.

Michelle Graff

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Anita Gumuchian created the 18-karat yellow gold necklace using 189 carats of colored gemstones she spent the last 40 years collecting.

Natalie Francisco

The giant gem came from Karowe, the same mine that yielded the 1,109-carat Lesedi La Rona and the 1,758-carat Sewelô diamond.

Michelle Graff

The three-stone ring was designed by Shahla Karimi Jewelry and represents Cuoco, her fiancé Tom Pelphrey, and their child.

Natalie Francisco

Supplier Spotlight Sponsored by GIA

The Manhattan jewelry store has partnered with Xarissa B. of Jewel Boxing on a necklace capsule collection.

Lauren McLemore

Acting as temporary virtual Post-it notes, Notes are designed to help strengthen mutual connections, not reach new audiences.

Lauren McLemore

The jewelry historian discusses the history and cultural significance of jewelry throughout time and across the globe.

Natalie Francisco

From fringe and tassels to pieces that give the illusion they are in motion, jewelry with movement is trending.

Amanda Gizzi

The designer and maker found community around her Philadelphia studio and creative inspiration on the sidewalks below it.

Lauren McLemore

The change to accepted payment methods for Google Ads might seem like an irritation but actually is an opportunity, Emmanuel Raheb writes.

Emmanuel Raheb

The industry consultant’s new book focuses on what she learned as an athlete recovering from a broken back.

Lauren McLemore

The fair will take place on the West Coast for the first time, hosted by Altana Fine Jewelry in Oakland, California.

Natalie Francisco

Hillelson is a second-generation diamantaire and CEO of Owl Financial Group.

Michelle Graff

Submissions in the categories of Jewelry Design, Media Excellence, and Retail Excellence will be accepted through this Friday, Aug. 23.

Lenore Fedow

Known as “Little Willie,” it’s the largest freshwater pearl found in recent history in Scotland and is notable for its shape and color.

Michelle Graff

Clements Jewelers in Madisonville cited competition from larger retailers and online sellers as the driving factor.

Lenore Fedow

The gemstone company is moving to the Ross Metal Exchange in New York City’s Diamond District.

Natalie Francisco

Most of the 18th century royal jewelry taken from the Green Vault Museum in Dresden, Germany, in 2019 went back on display this week.

Lenore Fedow

The Pittsburgh jeweler has opened a store in the nearby Nemacolin resort.

Lauren McLemore

With a 40-carat cabochon emerald, this necklace is as powerful and elegant as a cat.

Natalie Francisco

The Erlanger, Kentucky-based company was recognized for its reliability when it comes to repairs and fast turnaround times.

Natalie Francisco

Unable to pay its debts, the ruby and sapphire miner is looking to restructure and become a “competitive and attractive” company.

Lauren McLemore

The trend forecaster’s latest guide has intel on upcoming trends in the jewelry market.

Natalie Francisco