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Harwell Godfrey, Sotheby’s Debut Brooch With $20M Blue Diamond for Met Gala
In honor of the 2025 Met Gala and its theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” jewelry designer Lauren Harwell Godfrey partnered with Sotheby’s on a one-of-a-kind brooch featuring the Mediterranean Blue, a 10.03 ct. fancy vivid blue diamond valued around $20 million. The diamond will lead Sotheby’s High Jewelry auction in Geneva on May 13. The […]
Cartier’s Astor Tiara Goes on the Auction Block for the First Time
In June, Bonhams will unveil a glamorous masterpiece tied to British political history: the Cartier turquoise and diamond tiara commissioned for Nancy Astor, the first woman to take a seat in Parliament. The tiara represents not only the apex of Cartier’s early-20th-century design ingenuity but also the American-born Astor’s grandeur and legacy. It is expected […]
Britt’s Pick: Tejen’s Opal Candy Bowl Collar Necklace
You might recall Tejen’s Rock Sugar collection, a sweet line of jewels—inspired by crystallized sugar candy—that we covered last October. The pieces gleamed in gold and were decorated with a sprinkling of diamonds, many also glowing with the mystical multicolors of Australian white opals. A newer piece from Tejen builds on the delectable Rock Sugar […]
Bonhams’ May 22 Hong Kong Auction Features Rare Colored Stones, Cartier Pieces
On May 22, Bonhams will send a selection of rare colored gemstones and iconic designer pieces to the block during its Hong Kong Jewels and Jadeite sale. Headlining the auction is a ring with a 1.08 ct. fancy vivid pink diamond—internally flawless and exceptionally pure in color—that’s estimated to achieve between $500,000 and $640,000. Ring […]
Pinterest Highlights Vintage Style, the Color Brown, Ring Stacks in Wedding Trends Report
Brown looks to be huge for weddings this year, with couples gravitating toward rich chocolate tones and earthy shades for decor, flowers, and clothing, according to Pinterest’s wedding trends report for 2025—a trend in keeping with Pantone’s prediction for the color of the year. Based on wedding-related searches and pins. the annual Pinterest report points […]
Protecting Your Store From Organized Crime
Organized Retail Crime (ORC) poses a significant threat to retailers, worldwide, including jewelry businesses. Sophisticated criminal groups are actively employing a variety of techniques to steal high-value items, causing substantial financial losses and jeopardizing the safety of employees and customers. To help address this crisis, Jewelers Mutual and Jewelers Security Alliance (JSA) have come […]
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Jewelers Mutual® is Newest Company to Join The Plumb Club
New York – The renown of The Plumb Club and its esteemed roster continue to expand with another distinguished company, Jewelers Mutual®, being added to its membership. The Club represents well over 100 jewelry, watch and service brands. Roger Forman, president of The Plumb Club, as well as its member, Marathon Company, commented, “We are […]
Jewelers Mutual® is Newest Company to Join The Plumb Club
New York – The renown of The Plumb Club and its esteemed roster continue to expand with another distinguished company, Jewelers Mutual®, being added to its membership. The Club represents well over 100 jewelry, watch and service brands. Roger Forman, president of The Plumb Club, as well as its member, Marathon Company, commented, “We are […]
Jewelers Mutual® is Newest Company to Join The Plumb Club
New York – The renown of The Plumb Club and its esteemed roster continue to expand with another distinguished company, Jewelers Mutual®, being added to its membership. The Club represents well over 100 jewelry, watch and service brands. Roger Forman, president of The Plumb Club, as well as its member, Marathon Company, commented, “We are […]