Category: Jewelry World

Alrosa Considering $50 million Jewelry Retail Chain
IDEX Online, Isra
(June 17, ’07, 9:00 IDEX Online Staff Reporter)

Russian diamond miner Alrosa has never limited itself solely to diamonds. The company is also involved in gold and other precious commodities. Now the miner is contemplating heading downstream with the establishment of a chain of diamond jewelry stores.

According to a report in the Russian Vedomosty newspaper, Alrosa is planning to invest $50 million in establishing the high-end retail operation. Vedomosty reports that the company is considering jewelry lines for men, women and children, with prices starting at $800. Read more about Alrosa Considering $50 million Jewelry Retail Chain …

Bright, funky jewelry the trend of the season
Kankakee Daily Journal, IL
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By Jaclyn Youhana

This season, fashion is all about bright, bold colors: Kelly green, bright magenta, neon orange and sunny yellow. Some of the most popular bracelets look like strung gum balls in equally vivid hues that borders on gaudy, but that’s what makes it fun.

Keep a collection of pieces to make a rainbow jealous, whether for beach side, country side or just a night out.

Here’s a list of trends to fit any fashion budget: Read more about Bright, funky jewelry the trend of the season …

French Jewelry Designer Takes Top Honors in HRD Awards
Jewelers Circular Keystone Online, NY
— JCK-Jewelers Circular Keystone, 6/14/2007 10:55:00 AM

Taking the top prize in the 2007 HRD Awards diamond jewelry design contest was Alina Sossou-Alamorean, 39, of France. Her entry “La cape indomptable” is a cape made out of iron wire. The 574 rough diamonds, pearl drops, cabochon and cubes, with a total weight of 983.57 cts., were provided by Abittan Abrasives nv Colour Me & Cabochon Diamond. The jewelry item was sponsored by Cocon & Papillon & Marc Lauer. Read more about French Jewelry Designer Takes Top Honors in HRD Awards …

Jewelry chain looking to thank airline employee
Associated Press
Manhattan Mercury, KS

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A national jewelry store chain is looking for a ”nice way” to thank a Midwest Airlines employee who found a cargo bag with $266,000 worth of jewelry inside and took it to police.
Ramp agent Robert Lewis said he saw the Brinks cargo bag in the middle of the street as he left Kansas City International Airport for home Monday night.
Inside, Lewis found a 40-pound box marked ”Helzberg Diamonds” and containing wedding rings, bands, sets and loose stones. Read more about Jewelry chain looking to thank airline employee …

Kimora Lee Featured in Ad Campaign for Simmons Jewelry Green Collection
URB1, SC

Simmons Jewelry Company of New York, which is co-owned by Russell and Kimora Lee Simmons, will debut a new print advertising campaign featuring Kimora Lee and the company’s Green Initiative collection in July 2007. The campaign will appear in the July issues of Vanity Fair and Ebony.

Simmons Jewelry’s Green Initiative collection was inspired by Russell’s trip to Africa in November and early December 2006. The Green Bracelet –made from green malachite and a rough Africa diamond– was the first Green Initiative piece available and celebrities have made it “a must have” item according to the company. Fifty percent of net profits from the Green Bracelet go to the Diamond Empowerment Fund, which was created by the group to support educational programs in Africa. Read more about Kimora Lee Featured in Ad Campaign for Simmons Jewelry Green Collection …

Supermodel Claudia Schiffer launching own jewelry line
TransWorldNews (press release), GA

Monroe, GA 6/11/2007 7:41 PM GMT (FINDITT)
German supermodel Claudia Schiffer is designing her own line of jewelry. The 36-year-old who has modeled for companies including Chanel and Guess is launching her jewelry line later this year.

“I’ve been very busy designing all the pieces,” Schiffer said. Read more about Supermodel Claudia Schiffer launching own jewelry line …

Ebay Sellers Pays Restitution to Jewelry Buyers
Jewelry Weblog, CA

Ebay is still one of the hottest places on line to buy just about anything, and that especially means jewelry. There is a lot of jewelry, which means there is a lot of competition between jewelry merchants. That may be why one Ebay jewelry seller tried to get over on his Ebay customers. From Jewelry Seller on eBay Fined $400,000:

A jewelry company on eBay Inc. that allegedly bid on its own auctions to illegally drive up prices by as much as 20 percent agreed to pay $400,000 in restitution and penalties, the New York state attorney general’s office said on Saturday. Read more about Ebay Sellers Pays Restitution to Jewelry Buyers …

Planet Asia To Release ‘Jewelry Box Sessions: The Album’ June 26
Starpulse.com, CT

As hip-hop culture progresses into its fourth decade, several artists long for the Golden Era of rap. Rappers of this time (the mid and late 1980s) strove to be the best lyricist and typically accented their wardrobes by wearing hefty gold chains, as evidenced by such MCs as Rakim, Big Daddy Kane and Slick Rick. Consider Planet Asia a torchbearer for the rebirth of the Golden Era

The veteran Fresno, California rapper’s latest opus, Planet Asia as “Medallions” Jewelry Box Sessions: The Album, will be released on his own Gold Chain Music label June 26 and reflects the innovative, lyrically advanced, thought-provoking and sonically diverse music typical of the Golden Era of rap. Read more about Planet Asia To Release 'Jewelry Box Sessions: The Album' June 26 …

Jewelry and lingerie chest offers practical storage in a pretty package
June 10, 2007
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By Don and Dave Runyan
U-Bild Craft staff
Elmira Star-Gazette, NY

Based on a classic design, this elegant jewelry and lingerie chest project is as practical as it is pretty. The hinged side compartments allow chains and necklaces to hang loosely and avoid tangling, while the top compartment keeps smaller pieces neat and protected. The chest’s seven drawers (five small over two large) are ideal for storing delicate lingerie and hosiery.

A good project for do-it-yourselfers of any skill level, the project is made of mahogany (other woods will work) for its traditional beauty and stability. The plan calls for mostly straight cuts and includes full-size patterns for the three curved cuts on the base. Read more about Jewelry and lingerie chest offers practical storage in a pretty package …

Toxic Jewelry – The Gold Mercury Connection
Health Sentinel

Roman Bystrianyk, “Toxic Jewelry – The Gold Mercury Connection”, Health Sentinel, June 8, 2007,

Gold has been sought after and treasured since ancient times and represents to many wealth and status. Jewelry accounts for approximately 70 percent of the gold demand and wearing gold is considered by many to enhance a woman’s appearance. Read more about Toxic Jewelry – The Gold Mercury Connection …