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Family Centric Pendant - a valuable fashion piece
...ic Pendant. This contemporary fine-art pendant carries a US Design Patent and would make a thoughtful gift for the birth of a child, an anniversary, a birthday, or any occasion to express the value of a family relationship. This piece of wearable art is ideal for a woman of discriminating taste who appreciates uniqueness and high-end quality in a fashion piece. Each pendant is made with care and c... |
JCOC: Jewelry purchases up over holiday weekend
...if.--More consumers purchased fine jewelry or watches over Thanksgiving weekend and Cyber Monday than last year, according to the Jewelry Consumer Opinion Council's (JCOC) annual Black Friday Sale study.According to the study, 34 percent of JCOC panel members shopped for holiday gifts over Thanksgiving weekend (Black Friday, Saturday and Sunday), compared with 32 percent in 2008. Of those, 22 perc... |
Daniel's launches video gold-receiving service
Lynbrook, N.Y.--Refinement Services LLC, the developer of a Web-based gold-buying transaction management platform and a patent-pending video gold-receiving process, has reeled in another big customer, helping 56-store California chain Daniel's Jewelers launch an online gold-buying program. "We're rolling out the program at DanielsJewelers.com and to serve our 56 retail stores," said Daniel's... |
Jeweler's deal sparkles, pampers for Mother's Day
...se. In addition to a piece of fine jewelry, moms will receive a gift certificate for brunch at one of three Albany-area restaurants owned by Mazzone Management Group--the Glen Sanders Mansion, Prime at Saratoga National or the Hall of Springs (reservations are required, based on availability)--and a voucher for a facial and spring makeup application at the eco-friendly Complexions Day Spa that is ... |
New York jewelry school expands curriculum
... ambitions of beginners up to fine-jewelry designers.Several of the courses offered by the school include:--Find the Fundamentals: a 36-hour introductory course for students who want to create and discover fundamental jewelry techniques.--Discover Your Direction: a 240-hour course where students complete 12 jewelry projects.--Create Your Collection: a 9-month intensive course for serious students ... |
Pendants are necks big trend
...chick look that is guaranteed to dazzle your pals. Wheel-y good value ... wheel and anchor, £5, Accessorize Owl’s about this one? ... owl pendant, £15, French Connection Pretty ... flower, £Untold at House Of Fraser Unusual ... cage design, £10, Littlewoods Girl power ... £27.50, Anna Lou Of London Paisley logo ... £38, Monsoon Lock and chain ... £6, Peacocks Bow and heart ... £8, Miss Sel... |
N.J.'s George Press Fine Jewelers toasts 30 years
...rated the 30th anniversary of his Livingston, N.J., store.Livingston, N.J.--George Press fine Jewelers wrapped up 2009 on a high note. In November, the retailer toasted its 30th anniversary and commemorated three decades in business by inviting close friends and family to an exclusive cocktail reception at its Livingston, N.J. showroom.The celebrations didn't stop there. To thank clients for suppo... |
The jewelry industry goes green
... jewelry industry's biggest refiners, Hoover and Strong, now works only in 100-percent recycled precious metals through its Harmony Metals and Gems program. And the term "conflict-free diamonds" has become nearly as familiar to customers as the Four C's.Just five years after sparking a fruitful conversation with Hoover and Strong, Pomeroy's hand-forged designs are made under the standards he once ... |
Finlay VP Magrini resigns
...ay once operated the licensed fine-jewelry departments in a number of department store chains and had more than 100 stand-alone stores under five different nameplates: Bailey Banks and Biddle (including Zell Bros.), Carlyle and Co., J.E. Caldwell, Park Promenade Jewellers and Congress Jewelers.Earlier this year, Finlay announced its intention to pull out of the licensed fine-jewelry departments by... |
Arkansas jeweler retiring after three decades
ted selling price, also noting that offers will be considered.According to the Web site, the store is liquidating $6 million worth of fine jewelry in its going-out-of business sale.Healey said there is no firm date set for the store's last official day."It will be when it happens," she said, "but it will certainly be before Christmas," adding that the store likely will close by the end of October.... |
Jeweler shows Passion for charitable cause
...ing designs in the industry, surpassing the Ideal Cut diamond that has served as the industry standard for decades."Developed in Israel, the Passion Cut features 81 facets as opposed to the normal round cut of 57 facets, the press release states.Because of this, Bleser said Passion Cut stones are able to outshine diamonds that cost two or three times as much.During the event, patrons will have a c... |
Snow stalls jewelry sales, but men still buying
...ded diamond earrings, diamond pendants and sterling silver jewelry in the $30-$150 range, which Anshus feels is going to be a strong trend in the coming year."Quality sterling silver jewelry will be hot in the future," Anshus said.While he didn't employ any special sales tactics this holiday season, Anshus credits his American Gem Society-affiliated store as adding more value for his clients."Cons... |
Ultra Stores files Chapter 11
...erates Ultra Diamonds and the fine-jewelry departments in several off-price department stores, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Thursday.According to documents filed in U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York in Manhattan, Ultra's board of directors held a special meeting on March 25 during which board members discussed outstanding debt positions with Bank of Ameri... |
Evening Sale of Watches to come with Spring Auction
... Cartier “Mystery Clock”; and fine examples of vintage and modern wristwatches by the most renowned watch making companies, such as Patek Philippe, Rolex, A. Lange & Söhne to name but a few.Geoffroy Ader, Head of Watches, Sotheby’s Geneva, said: “Comprising around 170 lots, our forthcoming spring watch auction in Geneva will include a well curated selection of fine and exceptional timepieces d... |
NYC man uses jeweler's window for proposal
...dra?" sign to be displayed, according to a story that appeared in the Sunday edition of the New York Daily News. DeBourcy then slipped a 2-carat diamond ring onto his fiance's finger, and she said "yes," exclaiming that the diamond engagement ring was beautiful. The couple had gone to high school together outside of Chicago, but lost touch until DeBourcy found Routenberg on Facebook two and ... |
Bryan Ferry to host eau-de-parfum launch event for Brioni
...ientele with a tradition of refinement and quality. In the 1950s, the brand introduced a limited series of men's fragrances, which included the "Good Luck" eau-de-cologne and celebrated the chic and innovative elegance of the period. This new eau-de-parfum will be produced in limited quantities and available beginning the last week of October 2009 exclusively in Brioni boutiques and select luxury ... |
Northeastern to add sparkle to charity fashion show
... the event to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Capital Region."It's an honor and a privilege for us to be part of this effort that combines high fashion with charitable giving," Ray Bleser, owner and founder of Northeastern, said in the release. "We are passionate about sparkling jewels and sparkling causes, and the Ronald McDonald House Charities Fashion Show is the ideal setting for bo... |
Ultra emerges from bankruptcy
...lend of standalone stores and fine-jewelry departments in off-price department stores, has emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, the company announced on Tuesday."I personally want to thank all the professionals involved in getting us through these proceedings in record time," Ultra President and Chief Executive Officer Daniel Marks said in a press release. "The cooperation of our vendor ... |
JCP ropes in veteran fine jewelry merchant Pam Mortensen
...ng track record of success in fine jewelry retailing based on a deep understanding of what customers want for themselves and in their gift selections. She shares our dedication to offering an assortment that reflects style and quality at prices that make sense for our customers’ budgets. We are delighted to welcome her to our team and look forward to benefitting from her expertise and leadership.”... |
Wal-Mart gives prime placement to fine jewelry
...ry - Wal-Mart,prime,placement,fine jewelry' /> Wal-Mart is the No. 1 seller of jewelry in North America, racking up an estimated $2.9 billion in jewelry sales in 2008.Kearny, N.J.--Strolling through a Virginia Wal-Mart store recently, industry analyst Ken Gassman noticed profound changes to the mega-retailer's fine-jewelry department that were hard to ignore, especially for an analyst who spe... |
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