Category: Jewelry World

NEW YORK.- Christie’s announced the fall sales of Antiquities and the tenth annual Ancient Jewelry sale, on December 9. Both sales will offer a strong selection of works, from sculptures to wearable ancient art representing Egypt, the Near East, Greece and Rome. With estimates ranging from $2,000 to $700,000, both sales are expected to achieve in the region of $7.5 million.

Antiquities Leading the Antiquities sale is an impressive Roman marble statue of the Emperor Hadrian, circa 117-138 A.D., (estimate: $350,000-550,000). During his succession, Hadrian initiated an unparalleled building program throughout the Empire. Read more about Christie's New York Presents a Stunning Collection of Antiquities and Ancient Jewelry …

NEW YORK, Nov 20, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Greenlight Initiative, a New York based LED lighting sales and solutions provider, announced today that renown fine jewelry designer, Scott Kay, America’s best-sold bridal brand and the leading men’s fine fashion jewelry at hundreds of key retailers nationwide, has adopted an innovative LED lighting system for its new generation of retail display cases.
Credited with the resurgence of platinum jewelry in America, platinum-smith Scott Kay’s designs are offered in over 800 US locations. As part of its successful branding strategy, their lines are now being offered in custom-designed cases that it supplies to key retailer partners. The Greenlight solution for the all-glass display cases is designed around Albeo Technologies’ “Brilliance” white LED linear display lighting system with specialized mounting and adjustment approaches. Read more about Fine Jewelry Designer Scott Kay Turns to Greenlight Initiative LED Lighting for New, National Retail Display Cases …

By Nicholas Larkin and Pham-Duy Nguyen

Nov. 19 (Bloomberg) — Gold demand rose 18 percent in the third quarter as lower prices encouraged purchases by jewelers and as investors sought a haven from the credit crisis, the World Gold Council said.

“We live in pretty difficult times and that’s being reflected in the world of gold,” George Milling-Stanley, a director at the London-based industry group, said in an interview. “More and more investors are seeing the long-term strategic benefits gold can have.” Read more about Gold Demand Rose 18% in Quarter as Price Lured Buyers, WGC Says …

Consumer Demand Lands Moissanite in Stores for the Retail Holiday Season
MORRISVILLE, N.C., Nov 18, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) — The world’s largest chain of accessory boutiques will feature moissanite fine jewelry in its stores for the critical holiday season.
The Hyman Companies, Inc. operates under the trade name Landau and has 95 stores worldwide. The chain was founded in 1987 and will feature moissanite jewelry in select locations throughout the country.
“It’s the right time to re-introduce the moissanite category to our customers,” said Nat Hyman, president of Hyman Companies. “Today’s retail environment is challenging. We need to deliver high quality products with a value that cost-conscious consumers can appreciate. For us, the proven answer is moissanite.” Read more about Landau Jewelry Store Chain Launches Moissanite Fine Jewelry Category …

Since the beginning of civilization, jewelry has play an important part in society. It has been used to signify status, highlight beauty or to distract from homeliness.

Favorite pieces have been buried with the dead, and have been worn to mark the passing of the dead as in the case of mourning jewelry.

A wonderful piece of jewelry is probably the most often received gift item. Read more about Antique jewelry investments, gifts, North Adams MA estate on eBay …

BY JOHN COX, Californian staff writer
Jewelry boxes are taking the place of piggy banks for many cash-strapped consumers looking to raise money for gifts, nights out or even rent.

Although some of the shine has worn off since gold and platinum prices dropped from lofty heights earlier this year, jewelers say customers still flock in to find out how much they might get for their broken chains and out-of-style earrings. Read more about Consumers cashing in jewelry …

New Website Showcases Unique Designs From All Over the World

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The Jewellery Gallery announce new website to showcase dazzlingly unique range of designer silver jewelry

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The Jewellery Gallery @ Carringtons announce new website designed to bring their dazzling range of ‘Wearable Art’ in the guise of the best of the worlds silver jewelry to the internet. In a world so often characterized by mass production, it’s an absolute pleasure dealing in jewelry that signifies the artist’s uncompromising dedication and meticulous application of the silversmith craft. Read more about Dazzling Designer Range of Jewelry Showcased At The Jewellery Gallery …

By Sara Gay Forden

Nov. 13 (Bloomberg) — Bulgari SpA, the world’s third- largest jeweler, scrapped its forecast for increased profit this year as the financial crisis prompted the world’s wealthy to halt purchases of Diagono watches and Elisia necklaces.

Third-quarter net income dropped 44 percent to 23 million euros ($29 million) from 41 million euros a year earlier, the Rome-based company said in a statement today after stock trading ended. That missed the 37.5 million-euro median estimate of eight analysts compiled by Bloomberg. Revenue was little changed at 256.2 million euros, also missing the 270.3 million- euro median estimate. Read more about Bulgari Cuts Profit, Sales Outlook on Slumping Demand (Update1) …

Pact To Develop Product Line That Includes Wristwatches, Necklaces, Bracelets, Earrings and Cell Phone Charms

LOS ANGELES, Nov 13, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) — FremantleMedia Enterprises (FME), the brand extension arm of FremantleMedia has forged an exclusive partnership with The Colibri Group to develop and produce a line of “American Idol”-branded men’s and women’s wristwatches, jewelry, accessories and clocks, it was jointly announced today by Nora Wong, Senior Manager, Consumer Products for FME, and John Gugliada, Executive Vice President, Sales for The Colibri Group. Centered around the “American Idol” logo and other graphical elements derived from the hit television series, the full range product lines will be developed and marketed in karat gold, sterling silver and base metals across several categories, and are set to hit the market in January in conjunction with the premiere of the show’s 8th season. Read more about FremantleMedia Enterprises Partners with The Colibri Group for "American Idol"-Themed Jewelry and Accessories …

TUSTIN, CA, Nov 12, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) — The Jewelry Exchange announces the grand opening of its newest diamond and jewelry store in Overland, Missouri, in the St. Louis metropolitan area.
Opening on November 17th, it is the 17th store in the nationwide chain owned and operated by Goldenwest Diamond Corporation, and their second store to be opened in the Midwest as part of their national expansion program. Read more about The Jewelry Exchange Opens New Diamond Store in St. Louis …