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The GEMORO division of SY KESSLER of Dallas, TX, in partnership with Viking

Reading Time: 3 minutes Key takeaways • GEMORO, in partnership with Viking Motorsports, sponsored Parker Retzlaff and the No. 99 NASCAR in the Kansas Lottery 300 on April 18th. • The sponsorship highlights the American-made GEMORO XRF Gold & Precious Metal Analyzer, a leading handheld spectrometer for the jewelry and pawn industries. • GEMORO is a global leader in professional jewelry testing, cleaning, gemological, and weighing instruments. Motorsports will have its GEMORO NASCAR #99 and driver, Parker Retzlaff, participating in Kansas City on April 18th at 6:00 PM CT in the KANSAS LOTTERY 300!   GEMORO is the world-renowned leader in innovative jewelry testing, cleaning, gemological, and weighing instruments for professionals. At the race, the company will be highlighting its go-to product, the American-made GEMORO XRF Gold & Precious Metal Analyzer. The GEMORO XRF is the jewelry industry’s leading handheld XRF Spectrometer with a Silicon Drift Detector ...

Jewelers of America Announces 2026 Recipients of 20 Under 40 Program

Reading Time: 6 minutes Key takeaways • Jewelers of America has announced 40 recipients for its 2026 20 Under 40 Program, recognizing emerging leaders across the jewelry industry. • The program honors 20 professionals in the Jewelry Retailer category and 20 in the Jewelry Supplier category, reflecting the collaborative nature of the trade. • Recipients were selected by industry judges based on leadership, innovation, professional ethics, and their commitment to the jewelry community. (NEW YORK, NY) – Jewelers of America (JA), the national trade association for businesses serving the fine jewelry marketplace, has announced the recipients of its 2026 20 Under 40 Program. The annual recognition honors young professionals under 40 who exemplify exceptional leadership, creativity, and a commitment to advancing the jewelry industry. The 20 Under 40 Program was launched in 2022 to highlight emerging talent in the jewelry retail space. In 2025, Jewelers of America expanded the pr...

Jacob & Co. Bugatti Tourbillon Sapphire Crystal 360 degrees of Bugatti transparency

Reading Time: 8 minutes Key takeaways • The Bugatti Tourbillon Sapphire Crystal features a case entirely crafted from solid sapphire crystal, requiring over 800 hours of intensive machining to achieve 360-degree transparency. • The timepiece integrates a miniature V16 engine block automaton with 16 titanium pistons and a 30-second tourbillon, mirroring the architecture and performance of Bugatti’s hypercars. • Priced at $1,200,000, the collection is highly exclusive, debuting with unique pieces in signature green and baby blue colorways. The ultimate hypercar-inspired collection from Jacob & Co. receives the ultimate high watchmaking material: a case entirely crafted from solid, transparent sapphire crystal. Two years after introducing Bugatti Tourbillon and one year after Bugatti Tourbillon Baguette, Jacob & Co. elevates the original Bugatti Tourbillon to yet another level of exclusivity. Showcasing Jacob & Co.’s unique design sensibility, all references to Buga...

Stuller Inc. Releases Mountings 2026–2027 Catalog

Reading Time: 3 minutes Key takeaways • Stuller released the Mountings 2026–2027 catalog featuring over 400 new mounting styles and nearly 500 new bridal options. • The new edition introduces expanded lab-grown diamond semi-set sections for fashion rings and neckwear to meet increasing customer demand. • Updates include 10-karat pricing, added carat weight options, and pennyweight specifications to streamline the selection process for jewelers. (LAFAYETTE, LA)  — Stuller is excited to announce the release of its newest catalog: Mountings 2026–2027 , offering inspiration and a more streamlined way for jewelers to explore, compare, and select mountings.  The new catalog showcases Stuller’s largest and most diverse assortment yet — from trending engagement ring and diamond band mountings to versatile setting components and shank styles — giving jewelers more ways than ever to match every customer’s style, budget, and vision. Some of the features include More than...

Introducing The Diamond Dudes: A New Podcast Bringing Expert Insight to the Global Diamond Industry

Reading Time: 3 minutes Key takeaways • The Diamond Dudes is a new monthly podcast featuring veteran analysts Avi Krawitz, Edahn Golan, and Rob Bates, who collectively bring over 75 years of industry experience. • The series aims to provide expert commentary and data-driven analysis on the global diamond pipeline, addressing major trends and the current industry crisis. • The debut episode explores high-profile topics including De Beers’ Desert Diamonds campaign, World Diamond Day, and the potential sale of De Beers. The Diamond Dudes , a monthly podcast featuring three of the sector’s most respected analysts, released its first episode on Thursday, April 16, offering listeners timely insights, candid discussion, and expert perspective on the industry’s most pressing topics. The podcast brings together Avi Krawitz (formerly of Rapaport, now with TheDiamondPress.com ), Edahn Golan (formerly of IDEX, now leading data supplier Tenoris ), and Rob Bates (former news director of...

CIBJO Begins Second Round of Public Consultation for ‘Blue List’ Lexicon of Supply Chain Terminology

Reading Time: 3 minutes Key takeaways • CIBJO has launched a second round of public consultation for The Blue List, a lexicon of harmonized supply chain and sustainability terminology for the jewelry industry. • The new consultation period follows an initial round in 2025 and is scheduled to conclude on June 12, 2026. • The initiative aims to create clear, accurate, and globally applicable definitions to protect consumer confidence and ensure transparency in jewelry marketing. (MILAN, ITALY ) – The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) has launched the second round of public consultation for The Blue List – The Responsible Jewellery Supply Chain Lexicon, which is being developed as a harmonised set of definitions of words and terms used to describe responsible supply chains and sustainability, especially when marketing jewellery, ensuring that they are accurate, substantiated, clear and easily understood by all stakeholders and consumers. The new round of public consultati...

JA New York Spring

Reading Time: 2 minutes ← Back to All Events JA New York Spring Event Details Date(s):  October 25-27 Location:  JACOB JAVITS Convention Center 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. About the Event The JA New York Spring show is a key event for professionals in the jewelry industry. This gathering provides a focused environment for you to connect with others, discover new products, and stay informed about current market directions. You can expect to see a wide array of jewelry items. This includes fine jewelry, fashion jewelry, and various accessories. Exhibitors often present new collections and designs. The show is designed for retailers, buyers, and designers seeking to update their inventory and network with suppliers. Attending the JA New York Spring show offers several benefits: Product Disc...