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On Mars, NASA’s Perseverance Rover Collects Stone Unlike Anything Ever Seen
About 140 million miles away on the surface of Mars, NASA’s Perseverance rover recently collected a four-billion-year-old specimen “unlike anything ever seen.” Scientists hope the frosty-looking pebble will provide critical clues…
Engagement Rings Under $2500: Affordable Elegance for Every Budget
Engagement rings under $2500 are about finding the right balance between cost and quality without sacrificing style. From the classic look of the solitaire to the intricate details of the pavé setting, each type offers its own…
Feb. 7 Diamond Shavings: Your Friday Web Roundup
This week: Amazon may surpass Walmart in sales for first time ever. Did the men who robbed Joe Burrow’s house pose with his jewelry? And a cruise passenger says she was sold an undisclosed…
NY NOW – featuring i seira jewelry – Gem Gossip
Today we’re taking a look at i seira jewelry, a modern, sculptural brand that enchanted me immediately. Designer behind the brand, Alexa Horton, has a background which is anything but ordinary—she…
Berry’s Jewellers to sponsor Willow Burn Hospice Diamonds and Pearls Ball
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Berry’s Jewellers are an independent, family-owned jewellers with branches across the UK in Newcastle, Leeds,…
Music Friday: Rising Star Waylon Wyatt Is Pining for His ‘Arkansas Diamond’
Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you exciting, new tunes with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, rising star Waylon Wyatt takes on the role of a lovesick teen in his 2024 ballad, “Arkansas…
Engagement Rings Under $5000: Stunning Options That Won’t Break the Bank
The solitaire setting remains a perennial favorite for engagement rings, known for its elegance and timeless appeal. It features a single diamond mounted on a straightforward band, emphasizing the stone’s brilliance and clarity.…
Elhanati and Botswanamark Create an Ode to the Octopus
Octopuses are such marvelous creatures, it’s a wonder they aren’t celebrated more in jewelry. Come to think of it, the most I’ve seen of octopus was last summer when everyone was posting the…
NY NOW – Featuring Tamsin Rasor Fine Jewelry – Gem Gossip
I got the opportunity to attend the NY NOW trade show this past weekend in New York City! It was amazing to spend time with so many talented fine jewelry designers and I’m excited for this segment where…
Pandora profits jump 13% as it prioritises jewellery
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Looking ahead to FY25 Pandora expects organic growth between 7% and 8% in 2025 and an EBIT margin of roughly 24.5%
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Let’s Look Back at the Super Bowl Rings Amassed by the Chiefs and Eagles
With Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs vying for an unprecedented Super Bowl three-peat against Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles this Sunday at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, we have a perfect opportunity to review…
Spinelli Kilcollin Merges Jewelry and Sculpture at NYC Flagship
Los Angeles–based luxury jewelry brand Spinelli Kilcollin is expanding thoughtfully and with its distinctive aesthetic as it adds retail locations this month in both its hometown and New York…
What Is A Cocktail Ring?
Choosing Your Ring
When picking a cocktail ring, think big and unique. Opt for rings with large, colorful gemstones like sapphire, amethyst, or even a cluster of diamonds. The key is to find a piece that reflects your…
Jewelry Collection Story – Sarah of @vintagegems_nh – Gem Gossip
Today’s jewelry collection story comes from Sarah of @vintagegems_nh who you may know from the Instagram community. Sarah has weekly Instagram live shows alongside her husband Joe aka “Jeaux” where all…
De Beers and Botswana secure rough diamond sales agreement
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The GRB and De Beers have both reaffirmed their commitment to the enduring partnership, which has lasted over 50…
Kim Rix Relaunches Gemstone Tours With Focus on Ethics and Sustainability
Gemstone Detective Kim Rix, the London-based author of eight travel guides for gem enthusiasts, is relaunching her Gemstone Tours with a renewed focus on ethics and sustainability.
On tap for 2025 are gem-focused adventures in…
Elizabeth Taylor’s Bracelet, Gifted by Michael Jackson, Surpasses Auction Estimate
A diamond bracelet that Elizabeth Taylor received as a gift from Michael Jackson soared past its pre-auction estimate, achieving £118,750 (approximately $146,095) in Woolley & Wallis‘ fine…
February Birthstone: A Guide To Amethyst
February is one lucky month because it can boast amethyst as its birthstone. Once reserved for royalty, this luxurious gemstone is known for its beautiful purple color. Read on to learn all about this gemstone and get that regal feeling.…
Mouawad launches new Flower of Eternity collection
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Each piece in the Flower of Eternity collection combines the ‘finest’ materials and includes a selection of necklaces, rings,…
Propose With Onion Ring to Earn Chance to Win $10K to Buy Real Diamond Ring
Red Robin restaurant enthusiasts who pop the question during Valentine’s weekend using one of the chain’s signature onion rings can enter a contest to win $10,000 in gift cards to purchase an actual diamond engagement ring at the…
Natural Diamond Prices – February 2025
In February 2025, the natural diamond market for round diamonds in the 1.00–1.19 carat range demonstrated intricate pricing adjustments across multiple clarity and color categories. These fluctuations, analyzed in our latest…
Jan. 31 Diamond Shavings: Your Friday Web Roundup
This week: Gold hits new high amid tariff threats. Tiffany has a diamond that defies gravity. And Red Robin wants you to propose with an onion ring. All below.
Botswana’s president says De Beers…
Jeweller loses £50k in bank scam
A jeweller, who asked to remain anonymous, has lost nearly £50,000 to a scam in which fraudsters posed as Barclays Bank’s fraud department, the National Fraud Helpline revealed.You'll need to!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Jewelry Gift-Giving on Valentine’s Day Projected to Set Sales Record at $6.5B
For the ninth year in a row, Valentine’s Day gift-givers will be spending more on jewelry gifts than any other category, according to a survey just released by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Prosper Insights &…
From New York to Tucson, I’d Follow These One-of-a-Kind Jewels Anywhere
Along with our industry’s gem hunters, Melee the Show is headed to Tucson next week, making it one of the only finished-jewelry events during Gem Week. (Check out JCK editor-in-chief Victoria…
Jones Family Jewellers to open new Leamington store
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Music Friday: Bob Dylan Is Back in the Limelight and So Is ‘Diamond Ring’
Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you awesome songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. With legendary singer-songwriter Bob Dylan back in the limelight thanks to the Oscar buzz generated by A…
Hancocks’ Antique Ojime Necklace: An Ode to Japanese Artistry
For its February Jewel of the Month, Hancocks London is spotlighting an 18k gold ojime bead necklace dating back to 1890, the Meiji period in Japan.
A testament to the artistry and history of…
Jewelry Collection Story – Nia of @GemCorps – Gem Gossip
Today’s Jewelry Collection Story comes from Nia of @GemCorps – Nia is based out of California and although she’s loved jewelry since she was very young, 2015 would be the official date her jewelry career…
what’s happening & why it matters.
Why do the board members of regional chapters of the Women’s Jewelry Association (WJA) keep resigning in protest, and what are they objecting to? Let’s discuss. If you’re also on jewelry social media, you might have witnessed the…