Technology

Why Not All Lab-Grown Diamonds Are Created Equal

Imagine two round brilliant-cut diamonds displayed side by side. Each is 1 ct. in size, F color, VS2 clarity. One is a natural, mined diamond and the...

The ABCs of BNPL

What you need to know about Buy Now, Pay Later—the payment trend taking retail by storm Buy now, pay later, generally abbreviated to BNPL, is a...

Sell More by Using These Fun Facts With Clients

Fun facts are pieces of useful information that go beyond nickel knowledge. They are intended as edutainment—stimulating conversation that teaches...

Architect Rethinks the Chain-Link Bracelet Thanks to 3D Printing Innovation

Architect and jewelry designer Jenny Wu’s latest 3D-printed design pushes the boundaries of what a chain-link bracelet can be—and opens up new...

The 40 Best Jewelry-Related Quotes Of 2022

As we have done for the past three years, JCK has collected the thoughts of celebrities, industry pros, and just plain folks on the year's hot...

For Your Listening Pleasure

JCK highlights 13 jewelry podcasts worth a download. (We couldn’t resist including our own!) It’s been more than a decade since podcasts first...

The AI Revolution Comes To Diamond Grading

More and more labs are using artificial intelligence and automated grading to evaluate diamonds. Some think that will change the industry. (L.)...

How to Avoid Becoming the Victim of a Cybercrime

Phishing, hacking, and scamming are on the rise everywhere—and the jewelry industry is no exception. We talked to security, software, and insurance...