Jennifer Heebner

Jennifer Heebner is an award-winning, 25-year veteran journalist in the fine jewelry industry. She contributes to Rapaport, The GemGuide, and other trade publications, and serves as founder of her own editorial website and #thisispearl magazine for the Cultured Pearl Association of America (CPAA). Jennifer is a CPAA certified pearl specialist and past president of the Metropolitan chapter of the Women’s Jewelry Association.

How the Jewelry Trade Is Cleaning Up Its Green Lexicon

Terms of transparency: Labels like ‘sustainable’ and ‘recycled’ have become common, but they don’t always reflect reality.

Sponsored Content: Meet the Lion of Merelani

This record-breaking tsavorite of nearly 117 carats recently joined the Smithsonian’s National Gem Collection.

How to Upsell Gen Z to a Natural Diamond Engagement Ring

Savvy retailers are helping younger clients see the benefits of choosing natural diamonds for engagement rings. Here's how.

Arizona Shows See Scarcities, High Prices

Trends from Tucson: Sourcing difficulties and sticker shock were the talk of this year’s gem fairs.

The Auction Minor-Leaguers Hitting It out of the Park

Small but mighty: People seeking to sell their jewels may think first of big-name houses, but lesser-known establishments can have as much or more to offer clients.

The 3D Printing Revolution

Designer Christian Tse is working to perfect this promising production method for precious metals.

Super Bowl Bling: Tapping the Fanfare

The most important game of the year happens in February, and the winners take home the ultimate jewelry prize: a championship ring.

How to Trade Smarter by Utilizing Market and Pricing Data

Maximize diamond business profits with market insights and pricing tools. Stay competitive and informed with Rapaport Trade's resources.

How Jewelers Coped with Hurricane Ian

The storm upended thousands of lives and businesses when it touched down in Florida in late September.

Color Champions

This year’s AGTA Spectrum & Cutting Edge Awards featured top-notch jewelry talent and exquisite carvings.
Load More
Picture of Jennifer Heebner

Jennifer Heebner

Jennifer Heebner is an award-winning, 25-year veteran journalist in the fine jewelry industry. She contributes to Rapaport, The GemGuide, and other trade publications, and serves as founder of her own editorial website and #thisispearl magazine for the Cultured Pearl Association of America (CPAA). Jennifer is a CPAA certified pearl specialist and past president of the Metropolitan chapter of the Women’s Jewelry Association.