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Free Webinar – Build Sales Growth By Telling The Story Of Natural Diamonds

Reading Time: 4 minutes Key takeaways • The Plumb Club is hosting a free virtual retail-learning webinar titled “Build Sales Growth by Telling the Story of Natural Diamonds” on Thursday, June 18th at 1 pm (EDT). • Presented by Mahiar Borhanjoo of the De Beers Group, the session will focus on how responsible diamond mining and purpose-driven storytelling can reshape consumer perceptions and grow sales. • Attendees will gain tangible real-world stories, insights into the cultural relevance of natural diamonds, and practical methods to build deeper consumer trust. (NEW YORK) – The Plumb Club is pleased to provide a retail-learning opportunity offered by Tracr and presented by Mahiar Borhanjoo, Chief Commercial Officer of the De Beers Group. The virtual event is free for the entire jewelry industry and will be held on Thursday, June 18 th at 1 pm (EDT), via the registration link at the bottom of this release.  Today, more than ever, consumers want to feel...

Cartier’s Century-Old Mystery

Reading Time: 8 minutes Key Takeaways: • Cartier’s mystery clocks, first produced in 1912, feature clear crystal faces and hidden gears that make jewel-encrusted hands appear to float weightlessly [cite: 1]. • These highly complex timepieces required up to a year of intense, patient labor to complete and were highly sought after by wealthy elites and royalty [cite: 1]. • Due to their extreme rarity and consummate Art Deco craftsmanship, surviving models have commanded millions at recent auctions, with one selling for $4.2 million USD in 2025 [cite: 1]. A rare and mysterious clock debuted some one hundred years ago, but loyal fans are still left in shock and awe today. The times were ripe for every kind of extravagance. It was America’s Gilded Age, glistening with optimism on the cusp of the 20th century. That transformative era in United States history produced brand-new millionaires reveling in lavish excess thanks to unprecedented economic growth.  Am...

GSI Assists In The Recovery Of Stolen Jewelry In Two Separate Cases

Reading Time: 4 minutes Key Takeaways: • Gemological Science International (GSI) successfully used its Missing Item Registry to help law enforcement recover a stolen $22,000 engagement ring in Oregon and identify missing lab-grown jewelry at an online auction. • The GSI registry functions as a proactive asset for retail loss recovery by triggering automatic alerts when flagged items re-enter trade channels through secondary markets or appraisals. • GSI provides critical investigative support to owners and law enforcement, including documentation and laser inscription records, to facilitate the return of jewelry to its lawful owners. (NEW YORK) – Gemological Science International (GSI), one of the world’s largest gemological organizations, announced that its system successfully triggered GSI Missing Item Registry alerts in two separate cases during March 2026, resulting in law enforcement engagement in both instances and the confirmed recovery of a stolen engagement ...

Gemist Partners with Saban Onyx to Launch End-to-End Custom Jewelry Solution for Retailers

Reading Time: 5 minutes Key takeaways • Gemist and Saban Onyx have partnered to launch an end-to-end custom jewelry solution that allows retailers to offer customizable bridal collections without holding physical inventory. • The platform integrates Gemist’s photorealistic 3D visualization technology with Saban Onyx’s U.S.-based manufacturing, featuring a 14-day turnaround and no order minimums. • This digital workflow aims to increase retailer conversion rates and reduce the 15-20 hours typically spent on manual custom design processes. (LOS ANGELES, CA) – Gemist , a leading jewelry technology platform redefining how fine jewelry is designed and sold, today announced a strategic manufacturing partnership with Saban Onyx , a New York-based fine jewelry manufacturer. Together, the companies are introducing a scalable, omnichannel custom jewelry solution that enables retailers to offer fully customizable engagement rings and wedding band collections without holding invento...

Warning Issued About Non-Authorized Individuals Fraudulently Presenting Themselves As Cibjo Representatives

Reading Time: 3 minutes Key takeaways • CIBJO issued an urgent warning regarding fraudulent individuals, specifically naming Bruce Ikemezu and the website cibjo-as.org, who are falsely claiming affiliation to trade gold and financial instruments. • As a non-profit association, CIBJO clarified that it does not trade in commercial products, the second-hand gold market, or financial instruments like gold futures. • The organization has filed formal criminal complaints with law enforcement and urges industry members to conduct due diligence and verify credentials through the official CIBJO secretariat. The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) is issuing an urgent warning about individuals claiming to represent CIBJO or bodies directly affiliated with it, and offering products and/or financial instruments endorsed by CIBJO. The existence of such claims was brought to CIBJO’s attention on May 24, 2026, and they are similar to other claims reported to us in January of ...

GemFind Introduces JewelCloud 2.0® to Power the Future of Connected Jewelry Commerce 

Reading Time: 5 minutes Key takeaways • GemFind Digital Solutions launched JewelCloud 2.0®, a next-generation commerce platform designed to connect jewelry vendors and retailers through a centralized, intelligent ecosystem. • The platform features advanced automation tools, including GemText AI for content optimization, integrated EDI functionality for streamlined ordering, and automated pricing and currency management. • JewelCloud 2.0® aims to reduce operational friction for over 250 jewelry brands and diamond suppliers by automating product distribution and marketing asset management across their retail networks. GemFind Digital Solutions, a leading commerce infrastructure and technology provider for the jewelry industry, announces the launch of JewelCloud 2.0®, a next-generation platform designed to transform how jewelry and diamond vendors and retailers connect, manage product data, and scale online commerce.  Purpose-built for the jewelry industry, Jewe...

Creating the Memorable In-Store Experience

Reading Time: 5 minutes Key Takeaways: • Independent jewelry retailers can outperform larger competitors by leveraging their flexibility to create unique, trend-driven, and adaptable in-store environments. • Personalized customer service and sensory “”extra touches,”” such as events and hospitality, help independents build long-term emotional connections and multi-generational relationships. • Utilizing history, storytelling, and thoughtful product presentation establishes local trust and communicates a high perceived value that resonates with modern consumers. The Plumb Club recently reported 43% of consumers still prefer buying jewelry from independent retailers over national chains, department stores, or even online platforms. Why and how would this hold up in today’s competitive retail market? Because independents can create trusting, memorable in-store experiences.  Below are 5 ways independents “win”. 1.  The in-store exp...