Retail Archives

Samuels Jewelers to Close All Its Stores

On Feb. 14, Samuels Jewelers, a 112-store retailer with roots that date back more than a century, told employees that it will shut all of its stores...

California’s Oldest Continuously Operating Jewelry Store Is Closing

Randolph Jewelers in Placerville, Calif., opened in the midst of the California Gold Rush. More than a century later, the shop—the oldest...

JCK’s 150th: Hearts On Fire President Caryl Capeci on What JCK Means to Her

Have you heard? JCK magazine is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year. And to honor that milestone, we’re talking to 150 veteran...

Macy’s Names New Chief Merchandising Officer

Macy’s has named Patti Ongman (pictured) as the brand's new chief merchandising officer. The appointment is effective March 1. Ongman succeeds...

Here Are the Most Rented Jewelry Pieces at Flont

If you just spent the last several days at JCK Tucson and other gem shows shopping for fine jewelry collections, or stocking up on the materials...

Walmart Will Keep Scaling Back Fine Jewelry Sales

Walmart plans to cut back further on its fine jewelry sales counters this year, continuing a process that began in 2018, spokesperson Tara...

San Diego Jeweler Pleads Guilty to Violating Ivory Ban

The owner and a salesperson at a La Jolla, Calif., jewelry store have pleaded guilty to selling ivory in violation of state law, according to a news...