Program aims to educate young consumers about mined stones’ positive qualities.
Revenue from jewelry, watches, clocks and valuable gifts up 24% year on year.
Inaugural cohort of 10 Chinese designers will focus on fashion and jewelry.
Bringing more than 30 years of experience, John Cowley will succeed David Tearle.
A Cartier ruby ring sells for $560,000, more than eight times its high estimate.
Ring centering 26-carat stone brings in $1.3 million at recent London auction.
Shipments up 9% year on year in February.
Average value per carat down 21% to $1,105.
9-carat gemstone will carry $833,000 high estimate at the March 30 sale.
Mark and Candy Udell receive Lifetime Achievement honor.
Estimated rise is result of improved revenue in key markets.