Chow Sang Sang Closes Stores Amid Market Challenges 

Low diamond demand and high price of gold led to 15% decline in 2024 sales.

Women’s Jewelry Association Names New Board of Directors

Nicole Fein, Robyn Fields, Laurie Watt and Jacqueline Cassaway join in 2025.

Sotheby’s to Hold Area 51 Alien-Themed Watch Auction

Sale will take place in custom-built research station simulating site of crash-landed flying saucer.

Petra Refutes Union Claim of Mass Layoffs 

Miner will dismiss only 84 workers, not the 468 that South African labor association alleged.

Christie’s Brings In over $3M from Hong Kong Jewelry Sale 

Ring with 8.79-carat diamond was top seller, fetching more than $324,000.

Concerns Mount over Gemstones with Unstable Color Entering Market 

Industry leaders call for urgent regulations on irradiated Sri Lankan rubies and sapphires.

Majority Shareholder Bails Out Mountain Province with $20M Loan 

Funds will help miner pay off debts to joint-venture partner De Beers.

Diamonds, Brands and Fashion Jewelry: Signet’s New Strategy 

Five takeaways from CEO J.K. Symancyk’s turnaround plan.

How Jewelers Are Swirling Mocha Mousse into Their Designs 

Brown stones of all kinds reflect the delectably warm 2025 Pantone Color of the Year.

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