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Pearls Are Having a Cultural Moment. Don’t Miss It.

Reading Time: 3 minutes Pearls have quietly moved from the back of the case to the center of the conversation. For years, pearls were treated as heritage inventory — weddings and milestones. Reliable, refined, predictable. But what’s happening now isn’t nostalgia. It’s momentum. The global pearl jewelry market surpassed $13 billion in 2024 and is projected to double over the next decade. That kind of growth does not happen quietly. It signals a category shift from tradition to traction. Market research conducted by SJN shows pearls intersecting with three of the strongest forces shaping jewelry retail today: maximalism, gender-neutral styling, and accessible luxury. The aesthetic shift is unmistakable. Today’s pearls are baroque, irregular, oversized, and paired with chunky chains or mixed metals. They feel organic and natural — a counterpoint to the hyper-curated minimalism of the past decade. In a social-first retail environment, irregularity reads as authenticity. Men’s a...

David Yurman GEM Awards Grant Finalists Announced

Reading Time: 8 minutes New York, NY – The GEM Awards Committee and David Yurman are pleased to announce the finalists of the inaugural David Yurman GEM Awards Grant. The five jewelry designers selected as finalists are Hiba Husayni of Zahn-Z, Jules Kim of Bijules, Johnny Nelson , Dorian Webb , and Lorraine West .  The finalists were selected from the 90 submissions received during the nomination period. Each of the five finalists delivered an in-person presentation to David and Sybil Yurman and the GEM Awards Grant Committee. The committee will select one designer to receive the $50,000 grant, as well as mentoring meetings with David Yurman executives and consultative meetings with other industry leaders. The recipient will be presented during the 24 th Annual GEM Awards on Friday, March 13, 2026.  The David Yurman GEM Awards Grant was created in partnership with Jewelers of America, the trade association that operates GEM Awards, and David Yurman, David Yurman En...

The Select Jewelry Show Event Details

Reading Time: 2 minutes ← Back to All Events The Select Jewelry Show Event Details Event Details Date(s):  October 11-12 Location:  The Ritz Carlton Hotel, Washington DC Contact:  844-285-1103 Visit Official Website Note from SJN Editors: All dates are subject to change. Please verify times and location details with the official organiser before finalizing travel plans. Description The Select Jewelry Show offers a chance for you to connect with many jewelers. This event is for those who work in the jewelry industry, including retailers and designers. You can see new collections and meet with others in your field. During the show, you will have the opportunity to: View new and upcoming jewelry designs. Speak directly with designers and manufacturers. Learn about current trends in the jewelry market. Build your network within the industry. This event is set up to help you find what you need for your business. It provides a fo...

The Original Miami Beach Antique Show Takes Visitors on a Journey Through History

Reading Time: 3 minutes (New York, NY) — The Original Miami Beach Antique Show (OMBAS), taking place March 26-30 at the Miami Beach Convention Center, will once again provide attendees with the opportunity to discover antique, vintage, and estate jewelry, timepieces, accessories, art, furniture, and home décor. In addition to the wide array of items in a variety of price points on display on the show floor, the event also offers complimentary appraisals by world-renowned experts from auction house Bonhams Skinner and vibrant pop-up education sessions covering a range of topics.  “We are delighted to present long-time and new attendees alike with a vast selection of unique, one-of-a-kind pieces that cannot be sourced anywhere else,” enthused Andrea Canady, Show Manager for U.S. Antique Shows. “Our knowledgeable dealers travel the globe to source the best in antique, vintage, and estate pieces to present to collectors and enthusiasts, and they are always passionate about shar...

Gemvision Announces 2026 Gemvision Symposium

Reading Time: 3 minutes (Lafayette, LA) – Gemvision, a Stuller Company, is excited to announce the  Gemvision Symposium, April 12–14, 2026, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Attendees will get a  glimpse into the future of jewelry design alongside designers, innovators, and creators from  across the industry.  “The Gemvision Symposium is where designers gather to see the latest tools in action and  connect with industry professionals,” said Alex Stuller, executive director of Gemvision. “It’s a  place to be inspired, exchange ideas, and discover new ways to push the boundaries of jewelry  design.”  Attendees will experience  An exclusive first look at the next version of MatrixGold ® , featuring new tools and  capabilities  Expert-led panels, workshops, and discussions covering the latest trends and techniques • Hands-on demonstrations and interact with featuring cutting-edge digital manufacturing  tools and technology...

LeachGarner Promotes Jennifer Ashworth to Brand Director

Reading Time: 4 minutes (Attleboro, Massachusetts) – LeachGarner, a U.S.-based global precious metals provider trusted since 1909, is pleased to announce the promotion of Jennifer Ashworth to Brand Director, previously serving as the Senior Brand Manager. In this new expanded role, Ashworth continues to lead brand strategy for both LeachGarner and Rio Grande Jewelry, aligning product positioning and market approach across mill products, findings, chain, and finished jewelry. As Brand Director, Ashworth is now responsible for driving brand growth, supporting product development and quality standards, and coordinating cross-functional initiatives designed to enhance customer experience and strengthen market competitiveness. Her work positions both brands within the Richline Group portfolio as reliable, innovative partners for jewelry manufacturers, artisans, and designers. Ashworth brings more than 30 years of experience in the jewelry industry, spanning customer service, sales,...

Five Generations, 140 Years in Business for MI Jeweler 

Reading Time: 7 minutes Reusch Jewelers, founded in 1885, is a retail jeweler with a rich and lengthy history inextricably tied to the birth and expansion of America’s railroad system. The Petoskey, Michigan-based flagship store staff (along with those at their second location in Cheboygan, MI) celebrated their 140th anniversary last year.  Jacob Frederick Reusch learned watchmaking in Germany. In the 1800s, he immigrated to the United States with his Old World skill set. Similar to many European immigrants in Jacob’s day, watchmaking was a lucrative profession offering steady work, allowing him to sustain a living wage for himself and his family for decades to come. A skilled watchmaker, Jacob was hired to maintain and regulate all of the watches and clocks for the various railroads that came to Petoskey, according to fifth-generation jeweler Magena Reusch. “He was charged with all of the watches and clocks for the railroads in all of Northern Michigan,” says Mage...