International Gemological Institute
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American Gem Trade Association
International Colored Gemstone Association
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Summer officially begins this weekend. Before you take off on your beach vacation, give GemFind a call and get your store set up for a successful holiday season. Don't wait til you break out your winter coat to reach your audience.
We can create a responsive (Mobile Friendly) website complete with contents in as early as a few weeks. Jewelry-building add-ons such as Diamond Search, Ring Builder, Stud Builder, Pendant Builder and MasterLink are also easy to implement into a new or an existing website.
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Many Diamond Manufacturers Fighting for Survival
Many diamond cutters are barely staying alive, imperiling the entire industry, according to a speech by Maxim Shkadov, president of the International Diamond Manufacturers Association, at the June 15 opening of the 36th World Diamond Congress in Antwerp, Belgium.
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Could Breakout Year Turn Into Breakdown Year?
ALBERT ROBINSON IDEX June 12
This year was widely touted, just a few months ago, as a breakout year for the global economy in general, and the U.S. economy in particular. However, frustratingly turgid growth in the United States continues, with GDP growing at an annualized rate of only 0.1 percent in the first quarter and the country's housing rebound has apparently stalled. >>>
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Call for more diamond brands to increase demand
Stephanie Chan
Jeweller Magazine June 16
De Beers Group has highlighted branding and advertising as two areas that the diamond industry needs to take advantage of while demand is strong. >>>
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Just Jewelry: An Exclusive Look at Christie's Online Jewelry Auction Sophia Chabbott Glamour June 13
When Christie's auction house called to give us an exclusive preview of its new online jewelry sale, we knew that we'd absolutely have to share it with you. The online auction begins on Monday, June 16, and concludes on July 1. >>>
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Notes on a Picture-Perfect Wedding
Victoria Gomelsky JCK June 16
Like most of you, I've attended my fair share of weddings-from the backyard variety to the fancy-schmancy hotels. The few that stick out in my memory have a couple of things in common: >>>
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Bridal: The Global Phenomenon
As more women strive to create their perfect once-in-a-lifetime occasion, the international bridal market-from fashion to flowers to, of course, jewelry-continues to grow exponentially. >>>
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122.52-Carat Blue Diamond Recovered at Petra's Cullinan Mine
Erika Winters Price Scope June 16
Petra Diamonds announced the recovery of a 122.52-carat blue diamond at the Cullinan mine in South Africa. The diamond will be analyzed to determine its potential value and most optimal market. >>>
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What consumers want when shopping online
Michelle Graff National Jeweler June 17
Consumers engaging in e-commerce today want free shipping, the ability to purchase online and pick up in the store, and they prefer a responsive website to a mobile version or app. >>>
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Scents & Sensibility: Why the Scent of Your Store Matters
Emili Vesilind June 2014 issue of JCK magazine
Romancing the customer-with storytelling, stellar service, and great product-is the name of the game in fine jewelry retail. But all that wooing may be for naught if your store's smell is the olfactory equivalent of an eyesore. >>>
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Five Key Facts About Brazil and Diamonds
Greg Krauss Brilliant Earth June 16
Brazil is not a country that people usually associate with diamonds-especially compared with South Africa, the birthplace of Debeers. But if you're a diamond lover and a World cup fan, why not take a timeout to learn something new? Here are five key facts about Brazil and diamonds:
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Popular Taglines for Jewelry Retailers
Joseph Schubach Jewelers Blog June 16
Some of the slogans you may have heard of, some may be new to you. But all (okay, most) resonate with the public and send that special message, individual to each business. >>>
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Social Media Marketing Mistakes - Are You Making These Too?
Nischala Murthy Kaushik Business2Community June 14
.... And yet, so many companies make some very fundamental social media mistakes. So what are those mistakes that i've heard or seen. Are you making them too? Read below to figure it out.
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Diamond Weight Loss: Not What You Thought
stonechicky
The Israeli Diamond Industry Blog June 16
I've known one or two diamantaires to put on some pounds after a few years at the bourse. Whether it's the hours spent hunched over microscopes, or the liquid lunch breaks at the Cullinan restaurant, it isn't only the precious gems we work with that have expanded girdles.
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