GemFind Newsletter 2-23-2016

Award-winning bridal designer Scott Kay is the latest designer to join GemFind’s social product network JewelCloud®. With JewelCloud®, Scott Kay can quickly update current retailers on products, collections and pricing while connecting to new retailers in the network. Learn more

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No. of US Jewelers Closing Climbs 24%

Michelle Graff National Jeweler Feb. 23

The Jewelers Board of Trade’s final statistics for 2015 show that the size of the industry is continuing to shrink slightly, with those who have decided it’s time to exit simply ceasing operations rather than filing bankruptcy

IIDGR Launches Grading Service in Far East, Middle East, India and Europe

David Brummer IDEX Feb. 22

The De Beers Group of Companies announced that its in-house laboratory, the International Institute of Diamond Grading and Research (IIDGR), has launched its grading service in several global locations.

Diamond World News Feb. 23

The American Gem Society (AGS) has selected three leaders of the jewelry industry to be honoured as part of its tradition of recognizing excellence and outstanding contribution to the jewellery industry.

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Eternal Vigilance Needed to Ensure Criminals Don't Succeed

The Diamond Loupe Feb. 23

When I received a phone call last week from Chaim Even-Zohar alerting me to a story he was going publish about a company offering CVD diamonds for sale with GIA certificates, I must admit it took me more than a few seconds to take it all in. It would not be an exaggeration to say that I was simply stunned.

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SomewhereInTheRainbow Announces 2016 Debut of Their Latest Event – Lapidary Artist Extravaganza!

The Daily Jewel Feb. 20

Ten lapidary artists, who have dedicated their passion and lives to cutting of the finest quality, style, precision of their uniquely different looks, have been invited and accepted our invitation to showcase their gems alongside each other!!

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Spotlight On: A Jaffe Engagement Rings

Lizrlj Designers &diamonds Feb.22

A Jaffe engagement rings might not be on your radar, but they definitely should be. This gorgeous line is one of the headliners at Diamonds by Raymond Lee. Anyway, these rings will make their big debut at the new store, but they’ve been catching eyes

Rob Bates JCK Feb. 22

Get ready for a new addition to the industry’s alphabet soup of grading labs—IIDGR, the International Institute of Diamond Grading & Research. But what is most interesting is the name behind it: De Beers.

Oscar’s Greatest Jewelry Moments: Stars Who Wore Their Own Jewelry

Beth Bernstein indesign.jewelry Feb. 23

There was a time in Hollywood when stars that could be considered “brand ambassadors” actually owned the jewelry they wore in films, publicity shots, and to attend the Academy Award ceremonies.

Study: “Tainted” Engagements Rings Sell for Less Online

stonechicky The Israeli Diamond Industry Blog

Feb. 22

A study recently published in the journal “Advances in Strategic Management” and quoted by JCK, takes a fascinating look on the social and monetary value we attach to things sold online; specifically – engagements rings

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Can Trade Shows Help Diamond Buyers and Sellers?

Shoshi Grossman RapNet Blog Feb. 23

Most industries offer trade shows, and the diamond and jewelry industry is no different. But should you be spending the time and money to go? What are the benefits of attending? Are all trade shows created equal? What should you expect to get out of a trade show?

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