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Retail Diamond Prices Up in March
Erika Winters
Price Scope April 07
Retail diamond prices for 0- to 0.5-carat, 1.0- to 2.0-carat, and 3.0- to 4.0-carat diamonds rose by 1%, while prices for 4.0- to 99-carat diamonds rose by 2%, according to Pricescope data. Prices for other listed carat weights remained unchanged in March. >>>
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Diamond Industry Implications From Ukraine Crisis
Isi Morsel
Diamonds.net April 07
It is not unusual for international geopolitical events to have an influence on the diamond industry. The diamond industry depends on several factors such as economic stability, the need of producing-countries to generate income from their natural minerals, the interest of countries in generating income through salaries and taxes across manufacturing and, of course, a desire to wear diamond jewelry. >>>
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Sotheby's to Auction 100.9 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow
The stone, named for famed London diamond collector Laurence Graff, is described by the auction house as "of exceptional beauty and extraordinary fire and brilliance" with a "sensational daffodil yellow" color. >>>
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Pink diamond worth $50m 'disappears' in Geneva
Retail-Jeweller
April 08
Geneva authorities are investigating the disappearance of a pink diamond estimated to be worth around $50 million (£30m) from a reputable storage firm for gems, according to a news report. >>>
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10 Floral Jewels to Ring in Spring
Alexis Williams JCK April 07
Taking a cue from the song "All in the Golden Afternoon," which says, "You can learn a lot of things from the flowers," and with spring in full swing, the best way to embrace the season is with fun, flower-inspired rings. >>>
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Hutton-Mdivani Jadeite Necklace Fetches World Record $27.4 Million
Anthony Demarco Jewelry News Network April 07
For once diamonds wasn't the top seller at a major jewelry auction. A Cartier jadeite bead, ruby and diamond necklace owned by Woolworth heiress Barbara Hutton sold for more than $27.4 million at Sotheby's Hong Kong Magnificent Jewels and Jadeite Auction. >>>
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What jewelers can learn from the NY larceny case
Brecken Branstrator National Jeweler April 03
News broke recently that a New York jeweler faces multiple felony charges for allegedly selling moissanite and other man-made stones that he misrepresented as real diamonds. >>>
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What Opal Is a Symbol Of ?
Tolis Papageridis About Jewels April 07
As far as precious gemstones are concerned, opals have a relatively sordid history. While they are not as precious as diamonds, opals are no less beautiful and have been used in jewelry for centuries. They're even mentioned in texts from Pliny the Elder, a philosopher from the years 23 to 79 AD.
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Michelle Graff National Jeweler April 04
1. My personal thoughts on smartwatches. As I arrived at the show last Wednesday, my inbox was flooded with Google alerts linking to stories quoting various Swatch Group executives on the topic of smartwatches. >>>
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10 Questions You Should Never Ask in an Interview
Barry Moltz Open Forum April 07
Before you start interviewing for your next open position, review these 10 tips to find out what questions are just plain wrong or even illegal. >>>
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It's all about people!
Brad Huisken Southern Jewelry News April 02
Finding great people has never been as big of an issue as it is today. The day of operating a jewelry store with clerks is long gone. It is the day of the jewelry sales professional. >>>
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5 Uncommon Ways to Win a Customer's Heart
Harry Whitehouse Entrepreneur April 07
Your customers are the lifeblood of your business. So whether you own an ecommerce business or a brick-and-mortar store, letting your customers know how much you value them is important. Here are five not-so-common ways to strengthen your relationships with customers and keep them coming back for more. >>>
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