
It’s the calm before the storm. In advance of the Tucson gem shows kicking off around Feb. 1, the industry is unusually quiet this week (not counting the Centurion show, which opens in Phoenix on Saturday). Queue up the latest JCK podcast, or use the downtime to start plotting your gem-hunting strategy.
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The Jewelry District Podcast, Episode 61 (ongoing)
In the latest episode of The Jewelry District, JCK editor-in-chief Victoria Gomelsky and news director Rob Bates review holiday sales (hint: they were gangbusters); discuss recent strategic initiatives by two notable West Coast jewelry chains, Ben Bridge Jeweler and Robbins Brothers; and look ahead to next month’s Tucson gem shows.
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The Centurion Show in Phoenix: Jan. 29–Feb. 2 (in person)

The Centurion Jewelry Show runs Jan. 29–Feb. 2 at a brand-new location in Phoenix: the Arizona Biltmore, a Waldorf Astoria Resort designed in the style of Frank Lloyd Wright. With nearly 180 exhibitors, including Mémoire, Tacori, Hearts On Fire, and De Beers Forevermark, as well as returning exhibitors Penny Preville and Stephen Webster, the upscale buying fair is poised to celebrate its 21st birthday in style (with an emphasis on safety protocols, top-quality programming, and steady business).
Top: Origami earrings with champagne diamonds and Malaya garnet in 18k rose gold, $26,400; Katherine Jetter
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