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Winners of JCK Jewelry Industry Fund announced
National Jeweler

MARCH 13, 2006 – New York — Recognizing programs and projects that contribute positively to the jewelry marketplace, six trade groups have been awarded grants from the annual JCK Jewelry Industry Fund.

Announced earlier this week at JCK’s NYC Invitational Event, grants went to: the American Gem Society (AGS), awarded $65,000 for its educational program at the AGS International Conclave; the American Gem Trade Association, which received $74,600 to purchase a LIBS machine (Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy) to identify color enhancement treatment in gemstones; Read more about Winners of JCK Jewelry Industry Fund announced …

Editor: Jewelry with a backstory sells
National Jeweler

MARCH 13, 2006 – New York — Evolving from a status symbol to a celebration of individual style, jewelry’s role has changed over the past decade, according to Time Style and Design Editor-in-Chief Kate Betts.

Speaking Friday at the Women’s Jewelry Association’s annual Women in the Know Conference, Betts told attendees that understanding the shift can help them market and sell jewelry Read more about Editor: Jewelry with a backstory sells …

Boeta’s Sapphire jewelry
Supersport

There is absolutely no mention at all of the unsavoury side of Sir Donald Bradman’s character in the Bradman Museum in Bowral. Not even a hint or suggestion that he was anything other than a brilliant cricketer – the best, in fact – and an absolute gentleman.

The museum is about promoting Sir Donald Bradman, so the approach to his personality flaws (which seem to come as part of the package with every genius) is understandable but it does mean that nobody will be able to learn from his mistakes, or his ‘rough’ edges. Read more about Boeta's Sapphire jewelry …

Recall Alert: Toy Jewelry That Can Choke
KFOXtv.com

John Purvis-KFOX News Anchor/Reporter
In this KFOX Recall Alert, there is news about two different products that pose fire hazards, as well as children’s jewelry that could be dangerous.

Man’s Trading Company is recalling more than 144,000 sets of Girl Favors Children’s Toy Jewelry. The recalled jewelry could break, releasing small beads that pose a choking hazard to young children.

Various dollar stores nationwide sold the toy jewelry from July of 2003 until this past December. Read more about Recall Alert: Toy Jewelry That Can Choke …

Exhibit showcases varied jewelry works
Towerlight

Artist Leyla Tas comes from Sydney to Towson for education, fellowship
by Rob Scheer/March 13, 2006

Artist Leyla Tas grew up in Sydney, Australia, but now in her post-graduate years, she has ended up in a place many would consider its antithesis; Towson University. Tas received her undergraduate degree from the University of Tasmania, but in 2000 (midway through her undergraduate years) she came to Towson University for just one year as an exchange student. While studying under Professor Jan Baum, Tas developed an interest in jewelry and metal smithing. It was her rising interest in these subjects and guidance from Baum that led to her return to Towson after completing her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.

Now at Towson, Tas continues to further her education under her mentor. Read more about Exhibit showcases varied jewelry works …

New Web site offers free jewelry
National Jeweler

Los Angeles- — Jewelry manufacturer D.G.P.J. Inc., is offering pieces from its newest collection of silver gemstone jewelry for free, in conjunction with the launch of its new Web site.

“For more than 2 decades, we have been selling diamonds, gemstones and jewelry to other retailers and wholesalers throughout the United States,” said Amit Vora, Marketing Manager of D.G.P.J., Inc. in a company release issued Monday. “Now, with SilverJewelryClub.com, we’re hoping to open a direct window to consumers, and offer
them the same competitively priced quality jewelry that our retail and wholesale clients have enjoyed. Read more about New Web site offers free jewelry …

Claire’s shares light up, hit fresh high
Mall favorite says sales hot, international growth’s on track

By Jennifer Waters, MarketWatch
Last Update: 4:30 PM ET Mar 9, 2006

CHICAGO (MarketWatch) — Investors cheered Claire’s Stores Inc.’s sharply higher fourth-quarter results, news about international growth and a brighter forecast to send shares sharply higher Thursday.
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shares jumped 9.4% to close at $33.03 after setting a 52-week high of $33.25 in heavy trading.
The costume-jewelry retailer — a mall favorite among teens — said its profit shot up 16.7% to $69.1 million, or 69 cents a share, compared with last year’s profit of $55.5 million, or 56 cents a share. The company also operates the Icing by Claire’s concept.
Stripping out a charge linked to incremental taxes, earnings from continuing operations were 75 cents a share Read more about Claire's shares light up, hit fresh high …

How to Clean Gold Jewelry
I-Newswire.com (press release)

Jewelry is valuable and priceless till it does not loose its charm and original worth so; protect your gold jewelry to retain its ever lasting value and worth.

(I-Newswire) – Gold jewelry is priceless and timeless. Over the years, it has made millions of followers who are charmed by its never ending appeal and charisma. Though gold comes in different colors such as yellow, green, white and red, the precautions for all is almost the same. But do you know its glorious effect can get diminished if a proper attention is not given to it? Here are the few tips that will help you to keep your gold jewelry in order Read more about How to Clean Gold Jewelry …

Oscars Jewelry Fashion Report: Drop Earrings & Hair Jewelry
IDEX Online
(March 9, ’06, 6:24 IDEX Online Staff Reporter)
 

All eyes were on Los Angeles, as the Academy Awards got underway. While all of Hollywood had gathered to honor the film industry, movies took a back seat to fashion and jewelry as the stars made their way down the red carpet.

Oscar nominee Felicity Huffman was decked out in $2 million worth of jewels from Martin Katz. The Desperate Housewives star wore a platinum and diamond bracelet with 38 carats of round diamonds, valued at $125,000; pear shaped diamond drop earrings of 7 carats, each valued at $750,000; 15 carat cushion cut diamond ring, valued at $850,000; Diamond “Gardenia” brooch worn in her hair, over 100 diamonds totaling 40 carats, valued at $190,000. Read more about Oscars Jewelry Fashion Report: Drop Earrings & Hair Jewelry …