Born in the USA! While mining of Peridot began about 300 BC on St. John’s Island in the Red Sea, today, approximately 85 – 95% of the world’s production of August birthstone Peridot comes from Arizona. Peridot...
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The Pantone Color of the Day
The Pantone color of the day for August 4th is Sunflower. Born today? Then you are Productive, Diligent & Courageous! Yellow Jasper, believed to be a supremely nurturing stone, provides protection and absorbs negativity to...
With Demand Rising, Alrosa Buys Diamonds from the Russian Government
Alrosa has bought stockpiles of diamonds from the Russian government to replenish its dwindling inventory In what is described as an “highly unusual bid”, Russian diamond giant Alrosa has bought “stockpiles of diamonds” from the...
Sep Tools Celebrates 25th Anniversary
written by Paul Holewa One of the best things about a family business is the “family” part. This is especially true when siblings share in not just similar career choices but also have similar goals and aspirations of taking...
LVMH First Half Revenue Trebles, Tiffany Performs “Extremely Well”
LVMH sales of watches and jewelry more than trebled in the first half of 2021, the company said – up to $4.75bn. The French luxury conglomerate said Tiffany & Co, which it acquired earlier this year for $16.2bn after...
Free Agents: How to Navigate the Endless Sea of Digital Products and Pay Nothing (or as little as possible
written by Lee Wiser McIntosh As we hopefully and warily, and might I add wearily, approach a new post-Covid world, it’s time to assess how “business as usual” will look going forward. Prepared stores had their on-line stores in...
Final Victim of Condo Collapse Identified by Family, Bringing Death Toll to 98
The remains of the final victim at the site of the condo collapse in Surfside, Florida, have been found and identified, according to family members. The family members told NBC 6 that the remains of Estelle Hedaya were found...
Jewelers Suite JHJ Magazine Cartoon – July August
by Edward Stillman
Be Your Customer’s Expert and You’ll be their Gem
written by Ann Glynn Selling jewelry is all about fashion and jewelry trends. Are you wild about color? Find out what color your customers love and build from there. Introduce your customers to the latest styles...
This Really Cracks Me Up!
written by Diana Jarrett Who doesn’t love a glorious emerald? Its verdant liveliness bodes of Spring and of new life. But it’s not relegated to one season. We love emeralds all year long. Various natural shades of emerald go from...