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Gold Mining in the United States
In 2018, the United States produced over 210 tons of gold worth over $8 billion, which makes the US the fourth largest gold producing nation in the world (after China, Russia, and Australia). While Alaska and Nevada account for over 90% of US gold mining, 12 states actively reported gold revenues in the past few years, […]
How to Work with Gen Z Couples
The youngest segment of adults is now getting engaged, and their preferences are shaking up the traditional wedding jewelry market. According to McKinsey & Co., Generation Z, born between 1996–2010, has identities shaped by the “digital age, climate anxiety, a shifting financial landscape, and COVID-19.” Naturally, these influence many aspects of their lives, including their […]
Ethical Gemstone Sourcing Supplier Conversation Guide
Ethical Gemstone Sourcing Supplier Conversation Guide Keywords: Consumer research, e-commerce, retail sales, supply chain
The Plumb Club, JCK, and Jewelers Mutual to Introduce
Exclusive 2-Day Retail Learning Forum in 2024
Symposium ’24 To Coincide with NY Jewelry Week Events New York – The Plumb Club is pleased to partner with JCK, and welcome Jewelers Mutual® as the founding sponsor, to introduce an exclusive two-day retailer-focused learning forum titled “Symposium ‘24”. The inaugural leadership event will take place on March 10th and 11th, 2024, extending New […]
The Plumb Club, JCK, and Jewelers Mutual to Introduce Exclusive 2-Day Retail Learning Forum in 2024
Symposium ’24 To Coincide with NY Jewelry Week Events New York – The Plumb Club is pleased to partner with JCK and welcome Jewelers Mutual® as the founding sponsor to introduce an exclusive two-day retailer-focused learning forum titled “Symposium ‘24”. The inaugural leadership event will take place on March 10th and 11th, 2024, extending New […]
Types of Jewelry Chain Link Styles
Open Chain Link Styles Belcher & Rolo Belchers are chains that are made from uniform round or oval links made from low dome or flat stock wire. Rollo (Rolo sometimes) chains are made from half-round wire. The resulting chain is heavier than cable and looks like it has been assembled from strips of metal […]
Top Consumer Online Shopping Frustrations
Top Consumer Online Shopping Frustrations Keywords: Consumer research, e-commerce
How the Industry Earns Consumer Trust
The jewelry industry is striving to establish standards and principles to protect consumers and promote their confidence in purchases. Trade bodies, governments, and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) around the world are all working together to achieve this. In this article, we look at the industry initiatives in place which: Provide guiding industry principles Promote disclosure and […]
The Plumb Club’s October Podcast Focus on a Top Retail Category – Diamonds
New York – As the industry heads into its top selling season, The Plumb Club Podcasts for October focus on diamonds and providing retailers with two new ways of viewing a primary inventory grouping. From how to effectively manage diamond jewelry inventory for profitability, to providing sales associates with the knowledge and language on how […]
Where Australian Opal is Mined
Where Australian Opal is Mined Keywords: Australian opal, mining, Lambina, Mintabie, Andamooka, Winton, Opalton, Eromanga, Quilpie, Yowah, White Cliffs, Lighting Ridge,