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Byte-ing back
By Michelle Graff National Jeweler May 4. 2009
 Once upon a time, the name "Blue Nile" constituted two of the foulest four-letter words in any brick-and-mortar jeweler's dictionary. Today, an increasing number of jewelers have crossed enemy lines into cyberspace, creating their own Web sites complete with expanded inventories.>>>
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Diamond.net News 5/04/2009
RAPAPORT... Press Release, NEW YORK: In its continued efforts to support manufacturers, designers and their retail partners, Platinum Guild International USA (PGI-USA) will be at both the JCK and Couture shows, increasing platinum's visibility and supporting the platinum industry at large. >>>
The Friedman's jewelry chain former CEO Bradley Stinn has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for fraud. The conspiracy apparently cost the Friedman jewelry chain's shareholders $20 million.>>>
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A shorter week in India, Belgium, Israel and the Far East reduced trading volume. Cutting centers are looking forward to Mother's Day and the JCK Las Vegas show as the next gauge of market conditions, while keeping their expectations low. The market and prices for rough diamonds continues to improve, while polished stones remain stable, with some improvement seen in under 2.00 ct. certs in the U.S.
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Is De Beers in financial trouble? Will DTC box discounting become a permanent feature? Will it now resort to tendering and selling rough to Arab sheikhs? These are but a few of the wide range of questions posed in an exclusive interview with the Managing Director of De Beers Group of Companies, Gareth Penny, earlier this week at the company's London offices.>>>
There are all kinds of diamond engagement rings; the final choice really depends on individual taste and budget. Here are some of the main options: Diamond Engagement Rings with a Solitaire
If you are after a classic diamond engagement ring, look no further than the solitaire. Always one of the most popular choices, the solitaire really showcases the selected diamond engagement ring.>>>
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By Tony in Diamond Educatione May 03.09
It seems as if humankind has always attempted to define and illustrate the beauty of a natural diamond in so many words. Attempts have been noble, if not entirely successful. Because the truth is, one can never hope to truly capture all the luster of a diamond in just a few sentences. Movies have been made, novels have been written and songs have been shared, and even in these instances, justice cannot be done
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Today's consumer is more open to the buying online than ever before. Consider this statistic found in a survey by Forrester Research and Shop.org: U.S. online retail sales rose an average of 11% in the first three months of 2009. That trend is sure to continue, as people choose to shop in ways that are most convenient for them, whether in person or on the web.
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Your customer can be one of the finest marketing tools that you and your company could possibly possess. There is no advertising or marketing that can be or is more effective than good old word of mouth advertising. When a customer recommends you and/or your store to a friend of theirs the selling process becomes much easier. >>>
Mainstream press sources in Pakistan report that Taliban agents have taken the next step with the emerald mines they have wrested control of in that nation's Swat region and are now marketing the gems to fund local terrorism activities.>>>
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