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Industry News
Folli Follie Group Appoints New President
Folli Follie Group, an international representative of various leading fashion brands, has announced that Robert Dundon will be taking over as president of the Group and overseeing its two major...
Read moreJA’s Matt Runci to Retire
President and Chief Executive Officer of Jewelers of America, Matt Runci, has announced his plan to retire. Runci, who has held his position for 17 years, informed JA’s Executive Committee...
Read moreTAG Heuer Opens Second Flagship Store
Swiss watchmaker, TAG Heuer, has announced the opening of its second North American flagship store in Aventura, Florida. Situated in the Aventura Mall, TAG’s distinguished legacy is captured in its...
Read moreWorld’s Largest Emerald Up for Auction
A 57,000 carat emerald, claimed to be the world’s largest, will be put on sale at the Western Star Auctions in Kelowna, British Columbia. The prized gemstone, named Teodora (or...
Read more2011 Showed Hike in Diamond Prices
Rapaport has issued a price report revealing that the prices of Certified Polished diamonds have increased by 19 per cent reaching 96.96 towards the end of 2011 as a result...
Read moreFossil Gains Skagen, Teams with Lagerfeld
After experiencing an immense jump in sales, Fossil, Inc. has embarked on a few projects to continue the positive spell. The Texas-based designer and manufacturer of timepieces and other accessories...
Read moreFairytale-Inspired Ring Sets Record
The Tsarevna Swan Ring, designed by Lobortas Classic Jewelry House in Kiev, Ukraine, has set the Guinness World Record for having the most set diamonds. Valued at US $1.3 million,...
Read morePlatinum Sales Show Promise for 2012
Thackray’s 2012 Investor’s Guide has revealed that platinum has settled at US $1,347.60 per ounce on Dec. 29, 2011 and has begun its annual period of seasonal strength, which runs...
Read moreStuller Schedules 2012 Bridge Conference Dates
Stuller, Inc. consulted more than 500 independent retail jewellers through its Bridge conference series last year and plans to surpass that number in 2012. Nine Bridge conference dates are now...
Read moreJewellery Groups Urge Against False Rubies
A group of jewellery industry associations have teamed up to release a consumer advisory in regards to an increase of lead-glass-filled rubies in the current jewellery market. The urgent statement...
Read moreSilver Begins its Seasonal High
As silver enters its seasonal strength period, which runs from the month of September to April, industry officials are expecting its demand to surpass its supply in early 2012. The...
Read moreWorld’s Largest Egg Hunt Set for Spring 2012
Tom Parker Bowles, a renowned food writer and broadcaster, served as host at the Fabergé commissioned event at The Goring Hotel where he kicked off the countdown to the first...
Read moreSears Announces Boire as New President
Sears Holdings has announced their newest president for their Sears and Kmart branches. Ron Boire, who previously worked as Brookstone’s president and CEO, will also serve as Sears’ executive vice...
Read moreA Winning Christmas for Jewellers
Most jewellers reported a “joyous” season in regards to sales for the 2011 holiday season while there were a few cases in which business was flat and even lower than...
Read moreGuadalupe Appointed CEO for Hublot
Hublot, a Swiss luxury watch creator, has appointed former managing director Ricardo Guadalupe as the company’s new chief executive officer. Guadalupe is taking over for Jean-Claude Biver who will continue...
Read moreBirks & Mayors Appoints New CEO
Birks & Mayors Inc. has appointed Jean-Christophe Bédos as the luxury jewellery brand’s newest president and CEO, taking over for Thomas A. Andruskevich who announced that he would be leaving...
Read moreMontblanc Pushes Watch Sales Over Pens
Montblanc, a high-end manufacturer of writing tools, jewellery and accessories, is planning to balance the company’s low fountain pen sales by pitching into the high demand of their luxury watches....
Read moreSears Canada Refuses to Close Stores
Shortly following the announcement that Sears Holdings Inc. has planned to shut down over 100 of its Sears and Kmart locations, Sears Canada has declared that it won’t be shutting...
Read moreOnline Shopping Booms in Latin America
According to German research firm yStats.com, online sales in Latin America are expected to grow by 20 per cent over the next year while business-to-consumer e-commerce revenue will reach US...
Read moreOver 100 Sears and Kmart Locations to Close
Sears Holdings Corporation has announced the closure of 100 to 120 Sears and Kmart stores as a result of poor holiday sales. As the U.S.’s fourth largest retailer, the company...
Read moreKate Moss Launches First Jewellery Line
British supermodel Kate Moss launches her first jewellery line in collaboration with LVMH luxury jeweller Fred. The new line consists of 22 glittery pieces, including bracelets, necklaces, earrings and pendants,...
Read moreRJC Welcomes Netherlands as Newest Member
The Dutch Federation of Gold and Silver, also known as Federatie Goud en Zilver, has become the newest member of the Responsible Jewelry Council. The federation is the top company...
Read moreHong Kong Show Generates AWE
The September Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair has been a staple in the global jewellery trade’s events calendar. It gathers 3,300 exhibitors from 45 countries and regions, as well...
Read moreFINTRAC plans assessment
According to Jewellers Vigilance Canada, FINTRAC (Financial Transactions Reports Analysis Centre) in Canada has announced its intent to conduct a compliance assessment report on the dealers in precious metals and...
Read moreGold and Silver prices, demand soar
The price of gold hit a record high of US$1,441 per ounce on March 2, an increase analysts attribute to the U.S. dollar index decrease, conflict in the Middle East...
Read moreLive From Polygon
Diamond Tester Question
Is it possible for a diamond tester to give a false reading on natural or synthetic corundum?Poly member 08246
Read moreOrganization Tip
The software in the NEAT DESK pdf creator/scanner is incredible. Three slots, one for business cards, one for receipts and one for documents. It scans with RAPID FIRE quickness. Less...
Read moreCommission Question
Employee "A" greets a couple at door and sells them several items. She rings them up and goes to the back to gift wrap the items. Meanwhile the couple is...
Read moreGood Morning Time to Sell! Good news
Bloomberg Business reports "Consumer confidence surged in November by the most in more than eight years." The government reported an unemployment rate surprise falling from 9.0% to 8.6%. (Granted, a...
Read moreCreative way to sell bags of bullion for presents
With all the give and take on the metal market, each customer seems to know what's around the corner so they are either liquidating their coins and bullion or asking...
Read moreSilver hot, but make sure you know what you’re getting
I had a flea market guy come in this morning with a dozen or so rings marked 925. I waived the magnet over them and other silver stuff he had...
Read moreOTC buying an opportunity to build trust and repeat business
People understand that, most of the time, they do not get what they paid when they resell. I had a guy in last week telling me he’d be happy to...
Read moreVideo Camera
Any suggestions on putting a video camera over my desk where I open and ship packages? Simple and functional, and must be able to record well in low light conditions.Poly...
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Celebrating the gifts of nature - Cara Cotter designs unique, detailed pieces with eye-catching colourful... |
Art meets science - Claudio Pino designs sculptural rings that reflect the wearer’s movements |
Beauty is in the details - ELLE Jewelry’s designer, Claire Vessot, believes in finding something special... |
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Broken english needs no fixing - Canadian designer Rexford Lavado brings his unique designs to customers |
Reaching his Apex - Canadian designer Noam Carver makes an impact with his innovative men's collection |
The Colour of Love - Anita Agrawal creates timeless pieces with coloured gemstones |
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Bfly
Bfly president, Stéphane Lavoie, comments on Health Canada's recent decision to ban cadmium in the manufacturing of children's jewellery in our country.Judy Richards Award Speech
CJA's newly elected chairman, Chris Knight, presents the association's special achievement award to retailer Judy Richards.Beverly Hills Jewellers
Bruce Audley, from Beverly Hills Jewellers, is proud to share the secrets to their beautiful diamond jewellery.Barbie Rocks
Layna Silvagni Friedman, creator of the Barbie Rocks collection talks about the line's appeal. Ani Hovanessian, of Shiny Jewellers, the company that represents Barbie Rocks in Canada, mentions its success in our country.Shivas Watches Inc.
Harry Chenorhokian, head of Shivas, one of the few truly Canadian watch making companies, talks about his sports line, Navy Seals, as well as his fashion line, created by designer Simon Chang.Stuller & Bfly
Bfly president, Stéphane Lavoie, announces a recent agreement reached with Stuller for distribution of the Canadian children's jewellery line in the U.S. Michael Clarke, vice president (Fine Jewelry) of Stuller, talks about why his company chose Bfly.Canadian Jewellers Association
David Ritter, president of the Canadian Jewellers Association talks about the state of the industry. Chris Knight, newly elected chairman of the CJA, comments on what he plans to bring to the table. Knight will be replacing Peter Norton of Norton Jewellers as the new Chairman of the Board for 2011-2012. Chris owned and operated his own Toronto-based jewellery company for a decade - Chris Knight Goldsmiths. In 1990, he started Platinum Unlimited Inc. The Chairman is elected by the membership at CJA's Annual Meeting.Junior Management Committee
The chair and vice chair of the CJA's Junior Management Committee, Rishabh Khamesra and Mariam Paylan, talk about the challenges faced by a young generation in the jewellery industry.JCK's Event Director
John Tierney, JCK Toronto's event director, tells us what's new at this year's show.Responsible Jewellery Council
Catherine Sproule, COO of the Responsible Jewellery Council, talks about the importance of their certification.Judy Richards
The Ottawa-based retailer reminisces about her long and illustrious career and about the achievement award she received from the CJA.
Western Canadian Jewellery Expo
Larry Ulliac, organizer of the WCJE, talks about this year's show as well as the plans for next year's, which will include adding 27,000 sq. ft. of additional floor space and 40 new booths.TIG Group
TIG Group's Steve Turac talks about affordable luxury: silver pieces with gold and diamond accents, as well as pearls. He also comments on the success of the bridal jewellery line Ritani.Mühle-Glashütte Watches
Thilo Mühle, CEO of German watchmaker Mühle-Glashütte, presents timepieces created by his family company to endure the tough waters of the North Sea.O'Neill Diamonds
Raphael Strausberg, sales manager at O'Neill Diamonds, shows us the latest trend in men's jewellery: coloured bracelets made with beads that possess healing qualities and that are very popular with A-list athletes around the world.Greenwood General Insurance
Gordon Smith, of Greenwood General Insurance, discusses retailers' growing concern with safety and explains why his company is unique.Gee N' Gee Importers
Gil Bishouri, of Gee N' Gee Importers, talks about his company's evolution, his love for diamonds, and showcases a stunning necklace from his collection.
Precious Metals
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Upcoming Trade Shows
| Gem & Jewelry Trade Show Sat Jan 28, 2012 |
| Antwerp Diamond Trade Fair Sun Jan 29, 2012 |
| Centurion (Invitation Only) Sun Jan 29, 2012 |
| Mode Accessories Show Sun Jan 29, 2012 |
| CGTA Toronto Gift Show Sun Jan 29, 2012 |
| International Watch & Jewelry Guild Mon Jan 30, 2012 |
| AGTA GemFair Tucson Tue Jan 31, 2012 |
| GJX Gem & Jewelry Show Tue Jan 31, 2012 |
| GLDA Tucson Gem & Jewelry Show Tue Jan 31, 2012 |
| Gem & Lapidary Trade Show Thu Feb 02, 2012 |
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