When a business’s ownership changes hands, this transition can, understandably, be a challenge for those involved.
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If only one thing could be said about this year’s Tucson GemFair, it’s that the events comprise, without a doubt, the most significant gem show around, as well as the largest gathering of jewellers and gemmologists from around the world. Passion made this show happen—and the same passion will...
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While pearls have always been a popular choice for wedding jewellery, recent years have seen significant growth and evolution in the bridal pearl trend.
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Teal has been a very hot colour for the past few years. Indeed, as a gem dealer who specializes in coloured gemstones, this author can attest to a spike in teal and green sapphire sales throughout 2022 and into 2023. What is teal, though? Why is it such a...
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Spring has sprung, and for the jewellery industry, that can mean only one thing: the Las Vegas shows are coming.
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The ethical jewellery cemetery is full of tombstones of good intentions, inscribed with the words: plus ça change, plus c’est la même chose (i.e. “the more that changes, the more it’s the same thing”).
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To help ensure a client selects the diamond/gold combination that is best for them, jewellers should consider approaching the process of ring selection from a different angle. Rather than starting with the gold or metal, ask clients to select their preferred natural colour diamond. From there, the colour of...
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Whether you are launching a new business, five years in, or beginning to plan for the transition of ownership to the next generation, taking the time to write a proper business plan is certainly a worthwhile feat. This valued document can help align the expectations of all owners/managers, while...
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One rarely wonders if there is more to the hardness of gemstones beyond what is at face value. After all, once you have the Mohs scale down to a science, what other use could this knowledge bring to your business? We understand diamond is 10, corundum is 9, and...
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Computers and machines are now replacing much of the handwork involved in the creation of fine jewellery. While these devices will never replace the talent and artistry of the human being, novel tools and technology can help us bring new designs to market faster, while also minimizing risk and...
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