December 2024

The AGTA Awards Unveil a Spectrum of Talent

By Jennifer Heebner

The jewelry design contest celebrated its 40th year with a slew of colorful triumphs.

Designers Are Taking Their New Pieces Straight to Auction

By Kate Matthams

Whether as an investment or even as art to hang on a wall, contemporary jewelry…

Are Secondhand Watches Declining or Stabilizing?

By Carol Besler

Prices have been steadily dropping in recent months, but for many sellers, it’s part of…

Why Estate Jewelry Is Thriving on Digital Media

By Rachael Taylor

Three reasons this pairing of past and future works so well for sellers and buyers…

First Person: Jessica Busiashvili on Knockoffs

By Jessica Busiashvili

The OX cofounder, whose hourglass-themed designs set her New York-based jewelry brand apart, reflects on…

One Brand’s Legal Battle for Its Designs

By Rachael Taylor

Barry Verragio explains why his jewelry company is taking copycats to court.

Five Tips for New Collectors of Pre-Owned Jewelry

Store owners and appraisers offer their advice.

What Does It Take to Be an Appraiser?

By Ruth Peltason

These sleuths of the jewelry world play an important role in the trade. Experts in…

How Jewelers Can Keep Out the Copycats

By Jennifer Heebner

Getting a trademark for your jewelry designs — and enforcing it — is a smart…

A New Age of Jazz-Age Designs

By Sonia Esther Soltani

Some of the modern-day jewelry creators taking inspo from Art Deco.

Under 30s: Meet Rising Retail Star Grace Isley

By Rachael Taylor

Formerly an intern at Louis Vuitton, the now-Natural Diamond Council exec says good mentors and…

Old Jewels Are Attracting New Fans

By Kristin Taylor Young

The fast-growing estate market is capturing the hearts of eco-conscious shoppers who want to stand…

Fernando Jorge’s Foray into Wood

By Rachael Taylor

The Brazilian-born designer’s latest line features diamonds in Amazonian Red Louro.

Art Deco: The Era That Never Gets Old

By Sonia Esther Soltani

With its avant-garde vibe and geometric elegance, this jewelry period is still going strong among…

Dig into a Paraiba Page-Turner

By Sonia Esther Soltani

A comprehensive new volume on this tourmaline variety gives new meaning to the term “blue…

How Estate Dealers Are Staying Current with the Past

By Beth Bernstein

Three retailers share the ways they’ve evolved to meet their customers’ antique- and vintage-jewelry tastes.

The Royal Treatment: What Do You Do with a Country’s Crown Jewels?

By Anthony DeMarco

Museum curators share the ins and outs of managing this niche estate category.

For Jeweler CD Peacock, Bigger Is Better

By Sarah Jordan

The longtime Chicago retailer’s expansive new flagship pays tribute to its history and its hometown.

The Luxury Brands Killing It on Live Stream

By Joshua Hendren

Real-time video interaction is the digital-shopping model du jour for US jewelry and timepiece retailers.

Diamond Lovers, Pack Your Baguettes

By Francesca Fearon

This slim, elongated cut is blinging up jewelry collections with its streamlined flair.

Rocksbox Tries Its (Second)hand at Brick-and-Mortar

By Rachael Taylor

The pre-owned jewelry e-tailer recently debuted a physical boutique in upscale San Francisco.

Designer Emmanuel Tarpin’s Mine-Opening Experience

By Sonia Esther Soltani

By taking trips to opal, emerald, and Paraiba tourmaline sources, the up-and-coming jeweler has gained…