June 2 Diamond Shavings: Your Web Roundup
First a promotional note: I will be moderating a panel at JCK Las Vegas tomorrow. “Lab Grown Diamond Updates” will take place Saturday, June 3 at...
Permanent Jewelry Expo Hopes to Be an Annual Business-Building Event
Organizers debuting a permanent-jewelry event in Las Vegas this spring say they hope the expo not only helps boost their business but provides...
MJSA Reelects Board Chair Joseph Esposito
Manufacturing Jewelers & Suppliers of America (MJSA) recently reelected Joseph Esposito (pictured) to his third one-year term as chair of the...
Permanent Jewelry Has Evolved From a Trend to a Permanent Business
While it may have started as a one-time event or an occasional service, more jewelers and designers are now offering permanent jewelry as a regular...
Hugh Bell, Who Helped Build Rio Grande, Dies
Hugh Bell (pictured), longtime president of Rio Grande Jewelry Supply, died on Sept. 20, following a long illness. He was 79. (more…)
Jeweler’s High-Tech Tagging Pilot Program Nabs Its First Suspect
Jewelry stores have a number of high-tech security options available, from alarms to RFID systems and tracking devices. (more…)
Shetler Fine Jewelers Acquires Medlars Jewel Masters, Expands Headquarters
San Antonio–based Shetler Fine Jewelers, has acquired Medlars Jewel Masters, a state-of-the-art facility (also located in San Antonio) that is...
PGI: Tests Say Platinum Is More Durable Than White Gold
It’s not just the lab-grown versus natural diamond wars. A new industry tiff is opening, with platinum taking on white gold. (more…)
JCK Virtual 2020: How to Protect Your Business From Digital Fraudsters
The first-ever JCK Virtual show, which runs through Friday, hosted a JCK Talks session on Tuesday that tackled cybersecurity.
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Industry Leader Roger H. Gesswein Jr. Dies
Roger H. Gesswein Jr. (pictured), the chairman and chief executive officer of Paul H. Gesswein & Co., the tool and equipment supplier,...