Although it’s far from the most important thing going on the world right now, this blog just turned 15 years old, and is getting ready to be an awkward teenager. Here’s the very first post. Thanks to all who read and provide feedback.
This week: New brands pull ahead in the watch business. Dutch diamond dealer found guilty of staging robbery. And Hidden Valley offers lab-grown diamond made from ranch seasoning. All below.
Russian to the Exit
– United States bans Russian diamonds
– Ukraine fallout affects retailers, trade groups, gold
– Botswana seeks wider industry role as Russia’s blocked
– Ian Smillie calls for tougher measures (registration required)
– War may cause Indian industry to lose shine
– GIA not taking in Russian-origin goods
– Brands suspending business: Breitling, Rolex, Pandora, Swarovski
– Why Swiss watch secrecy won’t cut it
– Responsible Jewellery Council staffer criticizes group’s handling of Alrosa
– “Open letter” on Russian gold
– Jewelry industry continues fundraising efforts for Ukraine
Eye on Dubai: UAE placed on watchdog’s gray list
Martin Rapaport on blood diamonds
– Hans Merket: Blood diamonds in the supply chain
– Torture in Zimbabwe
De Beers sales show diamond demand remains strong
Why can’t natural and lab-grown diamonds get along?
Interview with Lusix chairman Benny Landa
Helzberg selling lots of lab-grown two-caraters
Gold goes wild, crosses $2,000 mark
China’s Gen Z loves jewelry
Breitling closes in on rival TAG Heuer
– Audemars Piguet overtakes Patek Philippe
Piaget on the evolution of the new luxury consumer
Why Aurate likes brick-and-mortar
Jewelers of America’s inaugural 20 under 40
Catbird rolls into new Brooklyn, N.Y., flagship
Mejuri fires back at David Yurman in infringement case
House refers Amazon to Department of Justice for possible criminal conduct
Dutch diamond dealer found guilty of staging robbery
De Beers still hasn’t issued a plea in spill case
James Donaldson, of N.S. Diamond and Jewelry, dies
Hedda Schupak “semi-retiring” after 36 years in industry
Joe Menzie to retire after five decades
Pandora’s chief marketing officer departs
– Pandora finalizes acquisition of Ben Bridge stores
Firestone mine to remain closed
Odessa talks love and spirituality in new diamond age
AGTA returning to the JCK show in 2022
Doja Cat flaunts her diamonds
Kim Kardashian poses in swimsuit and supersized silver jewelry
Ivana Trump window-shops at Kwiat
Hidden Valley offers diamond made from ranch seasoning
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From the Blog
Interview With Lusix Chairman Benny Landa
From the Podcast
The Jewelry District, Episode 64: Guest Holly Wesche
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