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Signet: First Quarter "Encouraging"
Signet Jewelers called its first quarter results “encouraging,” with sales down only 1%, and profits up 3.2%. » » »

Sterling Sues Over Jane Seymour Line
Sterling Jewelers filed suit in federal court against two companies which it says have infringed on the copyrighted designs of its popular Open Hearts by Jane Seymour  jewelry line. » » »

Brooklyn Jewelers Nabbed in Sales Tax Investigation
Three Brooklyn jewelry stores and their presidents were indicted this week for alleged sales tax violations. » » »

Tiffany's Windows Say No to Coral Jewelry
Tiffany & Co. unveiled store windows worldwide with an “Under the Sea” theme to raise awareness about the damage inflicted by coral harvesting. » » »

AGS Suspends Awards
The American Gem Society’s Triple Zero, Lifetime Achievement, and Richard T. Liddicoat Journalism Awards  will not take place in 2009. » » »

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Whitehall's "Intellectual Portfolio" Marketed
Streambank LLC announced it will market and sell the intellectual asset portfolio of Whitehall Jewelers Holdings. » » »

JVC Launches "Forms Bank"
The Jewelers Vigilance Committee's web site provides a library of forms for retailers. » » »

JA Updates Bench Program
Jewelers of America has updated its Bench Professional Certification program to reflect the standards of modern bench jewelers. » » »

WJA Honors Members for Service
 13 Women Named Recipients of Shining Star Award » » »

LA VIE Group Names Executive Officers
 Super Bell CEO heads up new conglomerate of brands » » »

Jewelry Brand Launches in Virtual Reality
3-D Technology enable shoppers to 'try on'jewels prior to purchase. » » »

Jewelry.Com Launches Designer Spotlight
Jewelry.com is launching a "Designer Spotlight" on its home page. » » »