D e Beers notes in its FAQ that all simulants, including cubic zirconia, moissanite and similar materials, will be flagged as “refer”. De Beers Group’s Science & Technology unit unveiled its inaugural desktop diamond-screening instrument in almost ten years...

T he Retail Smiths Principal Sherry Smith. Retail strategist Catherine Erdly emphasizes that successful holiday sales hinge on early preparation, not last-minute efforts. Stores excelling in December often made critical decisions by October, not during the hectic holiday rush,...

G reenwich St. Jewelers Scattered Sapphire Cigar Band. This week’s Piece of the Week comes from Greenwich St. Jewelers, a New York City jeweler whose original location sat less than two blocks from the World Trade Center. Founded in...

K en Citron has been appointed as the new CEO of the Los Angeles-based auction house. Julien’s Auctions announced Wednesday that Ken Citron has been appointed as its new chief executive officer. Citron joins the Los Angeles-based auction house...