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August’s birthstones now include peridot and sardonyx
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August’s birthstones now include peridot and sardonyx

October 15, 2026 | 0 comments
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Why platinum stays the gold standard for luxury

Why platinum stays the gold standard for luxury
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GTA jewellers hit in overnight smash-and-grab spree

GTA jewellers hit in overnight smash-and-grab spree
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Men’s Jewelry Boom Challenges Traditional Appraisal Methods

Men’s Jewelry Boom Challenges Traditional Appraisal Methods
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George Brown Suspends New Jewellery Program Enrollments

George Brown Suspends New Jewellery Program Enrollments

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Men’s Jewelry Boom Challenges Traditional Appraisal Methods
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Men’s Jewelry Boom Challenges Traditional Appraisal Methods

by Carolina Lopez | October 12, 2026
Men’s jewellery surges in popularity worldwide
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Men’s jewellery surges in popularity worldwide

by Carolina Lopez | October 10, 2026
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Holiday Jewelry Packaging Enhances Gift Perceived Value

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De Beers Unveils Faster Diamond Screening Machine at Hong Kong

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Switzerland shines as top winter escape
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Switzerland shines as top winter escape

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InStyle Fashion Show Arrives in Hong Kong April
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InStyle Fashion Show Arrives in Hong Kong April

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August’s birthstones now include peridot and sardonyx
Cut Chronicles

August’s birthstones now include peridot and sardonyx

Titanium aviation watch blends rugged design with pilot-friendly features
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Titanium aviation watch blends rugged design with pilot-friendly features

Gold Prices Surge as Lab-Grown Diamond Costs Drop
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Gold Prices Surge as Lab-Grown Diamond Costs Drop

Family jewelry businesses often fail over hidden succession conflicts
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Family jewelry businesses often fail over hidden succession conflicts

Virginia Family Jeweler Marks 75 Years of Legacy
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Virginia Family Jeweler Marks 75 Years of Legacy

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Why platinum stays the gold standard for luxury

Why platinum stays the gold standard for luxury

October 14, 2026

Pandora Names New CFO and North America President

October 9, 2026
Pandora Names New CFO and North America President
Jewellery store thefts surge with violent and deceptive tactics across

Jewellery store thefts surge with violent and deceptive tactics across

October 6, 2026

NYC Jewelry and Antique Show Returns This November

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New Jersey Jewelry Stores Hit by Smash-and-Grab Robberies

New Jersey Jewelry Stores Hit by Smash-and-Grab Robberies

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GTA jewellers hit in overnight smash-and-grab spree

October 13, 2026
GTA jewellers hit in overnight smash-and-grab spree
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Canadian jewellery industry fights tariffs and rising gold

October 7, 2026
Canadian jewellery industry fights tariffs and rising gold
Gem Sourcing

Major jewellery groups pull out of Sydney fair

October 6, 2026
Major jewellery groups pull out of Sydney fair
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Jewelry industry leaders honored at AGS awards

September 30, 2026
Jewelry industry leaders honored at AGS awards
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Jewelers lobby for tariff relief and retail crime crackdown

September 19, 2026
Jewelers lobby for tariff relief and retail crime crackdown
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Sotheby’s Auctions Mozambique Paraíba Tourmalines

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Vault Reports

George Brown Suspends New Jewellery Program Enrollments

George Brown Suspends New Jewellery Program Enrollments

by Ignacia Vera

According to the Polytechnic, ongoing financial pressures and operational constraints, combined with an unstable education system, have made continued operation unsustainable. George Brown Polytechnic Halts New Enrollment in Jewellery Programs for 2027-28 Effective immediately, George Brown Polytechnic will no longer accept new applicants for its jewellery-related programs beginning with the 2027-28 academic year. The institution attributes this move to evolving federal immigration policies targeting international students, financial viability concerns, and…

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Jewellery retailers adopt AI to streamline visuals

by Ignacia Vera
Jewellery retailers adopt AI to streamline visuals

Artificial Intelligence is dominating conversations within the jewellery retail industry. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is dominating conversations in the retail industry, particularly in jewellery businesses. However, much of the discussion remains disconnected from the daily realities of these businesses. Retailers are hearing plenty about consumer-facing tools, but less about how technology can relieve operational bottlenecks in content production, customization, and visual consistency. Jewellery businesses are now quietly adopting automation and AI…

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False gunfire alarm sparks mall lockdown after jewelry theft

False gunfire alarm sparks mall lockdown after jewelry theft

by Ignacia Vera

Hackensack police confirmed no injuries after a jewelry theft triggered a mall-wide lockdown on Tuesday. Photo: Andry Sasongko/Pexels A smash-and-grab robbery at Bloomingdale’s in Hackensack, New Jersey, on Tuesday created confusion after the sound of a shattered jewelry display case led to multiple 911 calls reporting gunfire. Police later confirmed no shots were fired, but the alarm triggered a SWAT team deployment and mall-wide lockdown before officers determined it was…

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August’s birthstones now include peridot and sardonyx

August’s birthstones now include peridot and sardonyx, joining a centuries-old tradition that...

Francisca Fuentes • Oct 15, 2026 • Cut Chronicles
August’s birthstones now include peridot and sardonyx

August’s birthstones now include peridot and sardonyx

A ncient Egyptians revered it as the "gemstone of the sun," believing it provided protection and good fortune. August’s birthstones hold significance beyond their decorative appeal. While most months feature two or three traditional gems, August distinguishes itself with...

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a long-standing tradition that recently expanded. For centuries, the month was associated with a single stone in both American and European customs. In 2016, however, a third gemstone joined the official list, giving August three birthstones instead of one. The...

Men’s Jewelry Boom Challenges Traditional Appraisal Methods

The mens jewelry boom is reshaping traditional appraisal methods in the jewelry...

Carolina Lopez • Oct 12, 2026 • Auction Watch
Men’s Jewelry Boom Challenges Traditional Appraisal Methods

Men’s Jewelry Boom Challenges Traditional Appraisal Methods

T he jewelry industry is experiencing rapid evolution, driven by shifts in fashion, culture, technology, and consumer behavior. The jewelry industry is experiencing rapid evolution, driven by shifts in fashion, culture, technology, and consumer behavior. Men's jewelry has emerged...

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as a major retail focus, moving beyond niche categories like watches and wedding bands to include chains, bracelets, gemstone rings, mixed-metal pieces, black diamonds, leather combinations, and custom-designed statement jewelry. Men's jewelry: A growing market This expansion is fueled by...

Pandora Names New CFO and North America President

Pandora announces leadership changes with André Branch as North America president and...

Ignacia Vera • Oct 9, 2026 • Diamond Markets
Pandora Names New CFO and North America President

Pandora Names New CFO and North America President

B ased in New York, he brings over 25 years of experience in consumer, beauty, and lifestyle industries. Pandora has announced changes to its leadership structure, appointing André Branch as president of North America and Paulo Garcia as its...

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new chief financial officer (CFO). These moves come as the company focuses on growth in key markets, with North America identified as a critical region for expansion. André Branch takes the helm in North America Effective August 15, Branch will...

Jewellery store thefts surge with violent and deceptive tactics across

Violent and deceptive tactics in jewellery store thefts are rising across Ontario...

Carolina Lopez • Oct 6, 2026 • Diamond Markets
Jewellery store thefts surge with violent and deceptive tactics across

Jewellery store thefts surge with violent and deceptive tactics across

P hoto © Fernando Gregory | Dreamstime.com. A series of jewellery thefts across Ontario and Quebec has exposed how criminals quickly adjust their methods to exploit weaknesses in retail security. Four separate incidents, including armed robberies, distraction schemes, and...

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coordinated attacks, demonstrate the varied tactics now used against stores in Hamilton, Sault Ste. Marie, Ottawa, and Rosemère. The most violent attack took place at Lime Ridge Mall in Hamilton on September 21, when two suspects wielded a steel pipe...