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Ricky Bromberg, Alabama Jewelry Tycoon, Dies at 67

by Ignacia Vera

Frederick (Ricky) Wilkinson Bromberg. Ricky Bromberg, the longtime president of Alabama-based Bromberg & Co., died Sept. 2 at 67. He was born in Birmingham on Aug. 16, 1959, and was a sixth-generation member of the family to lead the business. Bromberg’s career in the jewelry industry began at a young age. According to his obituary, he used to operate the elevator at the downtown store when he was a boy.…

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Goldheart is opening a reimagined boutique at 313@Somerset, bringing the exclusive Asian debut of D’orica’s 999 Mode Gold collection. The new retail concept and innovative jewellery line aim to redefine how pure gold is experienced by combining craftsmanship, technology, and design for daily wear. Italian Craftsmanship Meets Modern Wearability Founded in Italy in 1989, D’orica has spent over three decades pushing the boundaries of gold jewellery through a combination of…

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Birmingham Jewellery Biennial launches open call for exhibitions

by Francisca Fuentes

Birmingham Jewellery Biennial launches open call for exhibitions Organisers of the UK’s new jewellery festival have launched an open call for the flagship exhibition. This move gives practitioners the chance to display their work at the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery. The inaugural Birmingham Jewellery Biennial, which takes place in May 2027, seeks entries responding to the theme 'Colour' while demonstrating technical excellence. Birmingham holds a prestigious title. It has…

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Retailers urged to plan holiday sales early

Retailers must plan holiday sales early for success, with critical decisions made...

Carolina Lopez Sep 17, 2026 Diamond Markets

Retailers urged to plan holiday sales early

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,...

highlighting the importance of strategic planning well in advance. Christmas doesn't start in November, and it isn't won in December. It's decided in August, when retailers make decisions that will impact their holiday sales. Industry estimates indicate that 30 to...

Sapphire Stardust Ring From Greenwich St. Jewelers

Stunning Sapphire Stardust Ring from Greenwich St. Jewelers, a NYC legacy brand...

Ignacia Vera Sep 14, 2026 Cut Chronicles

Sapphire Stardust Ring From Greenwich St. Jewelers

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...

1976 by Carlos and Milly Gandia, the business—then known as Greenwich Jewelers, was at the center of the 9/11 attacks. The building sustained structural damage, forcing the couple to relocate to Trinity Place while attempting to rebuild their operation in...

Julien’s Auctions Appoints New CEO Ken Citron

Julien's Auctions welcomes Ken Citron as its new CEO, bringing extensive experience...

Carolina Lopez Sep 10, 2026 Diamond Markets

Julien’s Auctions Appoints New CEO Ken Citron

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...

from The Fine Art Group, where he served as CEO. The Fine Art Group provides advisory services, financing, and appraisals to art collectors and investors. Prior to that role, Citron spent one year as executive vice president of operations and...

Goldheart Unveils New Era for Gold Jewellery

Goldheart's new boutique in Singapore featuring D’orica’s 999 Mode Gold collection. Experience...

Carolina Lopez Sep 6, 2026 Vault Reports

Goldheart Unveils New Era for Gold Jewellery

G oldheart is opening a reimagined boutique at 313@Somerset, bringing the exclusive Asian debut of D’orica’s 999 Mode Gold collection. The new retail concept and innovative jewellery line aim to redefine how pure gold is experienced by combining craftsmanship,...

technology, and design for daily wear. Italian Craftsmanship Meets Modern Wearability Founded in Italy in 1989, D’orica has spent over three decades pushing the boundaries of gold jewellery through a combination of traditional Italian craftsmanship and advanced manufacturing expertise. Renowned...