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December 31, 2019

Samuels Jewelers to Close All Its Stores

A bid to save the chain fell apart when lender Wells Fargo claimed its intellectual property and inventory.

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Signet President Resigns, Company Closing 150 Stores

Seb Hobbs stepped down as the company announced another quarter of declining comps.

State Department Warns of Coming Jewelry Industry Crackdown

The industry might face new regulations if sourcing doesn't become more transparent.

It’s Happened: 1 Karat Gold Appears Following FTC Ruling

The 1k gold product, Gold One, has been sold on QVC and is coming to Macy’s.

A Few Thoughts on Charming Charlie’s Demise

The fashion jewelry retailer didn’t evolve with its core consumer.

Jewelry Now Officially Part of Trump’s Trade War

From diamonds to pearls to colored stones, everything imported from China will now cost 10% more.

Wempe’s New Engagement Rings Are Winning at Solitaire

The luxury jeweler has rolled out a series of gorgeous engagement rings led by a number of Asscher- and emerald-cut solitaire diamond styles.

Just How Eco-Friendly Are Lab-Created Diamonds?

Are lab-grown diamonds really more sustainable? JCK looks at the evidence.

What Generation Z Shoppers Want From Jewelers

There’s a new generation coming up, and the industry’s future will depend on wooing them, says a CIBJO report.

In a First, Tiffany Will Sell Engagement Rings Online

Tiffany’s new site allows consumers to purchase select engagement rings online.

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