Category: Jewelry World

Fair Trade Conference Highlights Sustainable Development Jewelry Options
Diamonds.net, NY

RAPAPORT… The Rapaport Fair Trade Conference, held on June 4, 2007, at the JCK Las Vegas Show, highlighted viable options for the creation of sustainable development jewelry. Panelists from various organizations presented their views on the growth of global fair trade, the need for sustainable development in Africa and the accompanying demographic and labor issues. In addition, the conference looked at consumer interest in fair trade as well as the growing visibility of the concept in the business and media sectors Read more about Fair Trade Conference Highlights Sustainable Development Jewelry Options …

How To … Make your own jewelry
Seattle Post Intelligencer, WA

An ordinary metal washer becomes a funky piece of jewelry with nothing more than decorative paper and glaze. Washers are available in so many sizes and they cost just a few cents.

You can create large and chunky necklaces with jumbo washers or dainty and delicate necklaces with small washers. Charm bracelets can be made by using lots of small washers, and doughnut-shaped earrings are perfect for summer fun. Read more about How To … Make your own jewelry …

Vintage jewelry designer collars dog market, too
By ERIN CRAWFORD
REGISTER STAFF WRITER
DesMoinesRegister.com, IA
June 5, 2007

Which came first, the designer or the jewelry?

In Dania De Bortoli’s case, the jewelry beat her by about 80 years.

The Fairfield jewelry and purse designer creates opulent adornments using beads and intricate cast metal pieces taken from vintage art nouveau and art deco jewelry.

A businesswoman with a background in project management, De Bortoli’s passion for jewelry began with antique pieces. She immersed herself in eBay, buying and selling vintage jewelry. Read more about Vintage jewelry designer collars dog market, too …

Stephan’s Fine Jewelry starts closing sale
Santa Cruz Sentinel, CA
By JONDI GUMZ
Sentinel staff writer

Walk by Stephan’s Fine Jewelry in downtown Santa Cruz and you can’t help but notice the sign saying “Save up to 50 percent off”

Stephan Sernat, 59, has decided to call it quits after 30 years in retail. About half of his business, on average, is in wedding and engagement rings. He’s been in Santa Cruz so long that he’s started to see a second generation of customers coming in. Read more about Stephan's Fine Jewelry starts closing sale …

Manak Virtual Jewelry Show
Jewelry Weblog, CA

Manak (who I have visited before) has a very cool slide show over on its site that showcases various types of jewelry pieces from their collections. I managed to get a few screen captures for you, but there’s a bit more over there to enjoy. I also found it interesting that along with finished jewelry, they also sell diamond and other precious stones as beads. Hmmm….Here’s a little about this company from the site: Read more about Manak Virtual Jewelry Show …

India Seeks To Help African Nations Develop Jewelry Industry
Diamonds.net, NY

(RAPAPORT) The Hindu: India has offered technical support and skills training to help Africa’s top diamond and gold producing nations, including South Africa, develop their gem and jewelry industries. India believes it would be beneficial for the African nations, the largest producers of rough diamonds and gold, as well as India, one of its biggest consumers.

Seeking a long-term relationship on a mutually beneficial basis, Union Minister of State for Commerce, Jairam Ramesh, has already held discussions with the mission heads of some African nations in Delhi, including South Africa, Ghana and Namibia, while a top-level business delegation is likely to visit these nations soon to formalize ties Read more about India Seeks To Help African Nations Develop Jewelry Industry …

Remounting a Customer’s Jewelry
May 30, 2007
by Caroline Stanley
Jewelers Circular Keystone Online, NY

One great way to give a customer’s jewelry new life is through remounting.
Remounting is a service that most jewelers offer. It’s especially relevant if your customer wants something new yet has some sentimental attachments to parts of her jewelry. Consider having a discussion around these concepts with your customer.
Questions for a potential remount customer: Read more about Remounting a Customer's Jewelry …

Private Equity Shop Deals Jewelry Deal
Houston Chronicle, TX

PEMBROKE PINES, Fla. — Jewelry retailer Claire’s Stores Inc. said Tuesday it had closed its deal to be purchased by private equity firm Apollo Management LP for about $3.1 billion.

Under terms of the buyout, Claire’s Stores shareholders will receive $33 in cash per share.
Claire’s common stock will stop trading on the New York Stock Exchange after Tuesday’s market close. Shares closed up 5 cents to $32.98. Read more about Private Equity Shop Deals Jewelry Deal …

Survey: Super Rich Consumers Will Splurge on Jewelry, Watches
Jewelers Circular Keystone Online, NY
— JCK-Jewelers Circular Keystone, 5/28/2007 1:56:00 PM

Ultra affluent consumers (with a net worth of at least $10 million) will have their eye on watches and jewelry this summer, according to a recent survey.

A total of 73 percent of respondents to the 2007 Elite Traveler/Prince & Associates Summer Spending Survey say they will spend an average of $94,000 on luxury watches or fine jewelry, an increase of nearly 50 percent over summer 2005. Read more about Survey: Super Rich Consumers Will Splurge on Jewelry, Watches …

Moirang jewelry theft case solved with arrest of six
The Imphal Free Press
KanglaOnline, India

IMPHAL, May 27: In connection with the theft of over Rs 8 lakhs worth of gold ornaments from a Moirang household last month, the Bishnupur police has managed to arrest six of the persons involved, including the main accused, and recovered a portion of the stolen items.

This was informed by the superintendent of police, Bishnupur, Jayanta while briefing mediapersons today. Read more about Moirang jewelry theft case solved with arrest of six …