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Reading Time: 2 minutes Key takeaways • The Accredited Gemologists Association (AGA) has opened applications for its global scholarship and grant programs to support education and advancement in gemology. • The AGA Gemological Scholarship Program, awarded based on merit and financial need, is accepting applications until May 15, 2026. • The AGA Gemological Research Grant offers up to $10,000 in funding for approved projects, with an application deadline of June 15, 2027. The Accredited Gemologists Association (AGA) is pleased to announce that applications are now open for its scholarship and grant programs. These initiatives are designed to support individuals worldwide pursuing education and advancement in gemology.  AGA awards educational scholarships to qualified candidates based on both merit and financial need. Individuals committed to a career in gemology and seeking assistance to further their education are strongly encouraged to apply .   The AGA Gem...

Reading Time: 3 minutes Key takeaways • The New York Gemstone Association (NYGA) donated $10,000 to the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) to support promotional efforts for natural-colored gemstones and pearls. • The donation reflects a rare collaborative move between jewelry associations, highlighting AGTA’s vital role in ethics, education, and professionalism within the trade. • Leadership from both organizations emphasized a shared mission to protect and promote the gemstone industry through strategic partnership and synergy. (DALLAS) – The American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) is the recipient of a $10,000 donation from the New York Gemstone Association (NYGA) to support its promotional efforts in the colored gemstone industry. The donation is a rare move among jewelry associations and reflects AGTA’s powerful initiatives and enhanced promotional efforts over the past few years. From left: Adam Gil, Treasurer, NYGA, Afshin Alan Hackman, President, NYGA, John W. Fo...

Reading Time: 5 minutes Key takeaways • Jewelers of America announced the winners of the 24th annual GEM Awards, held on March 13, 2026, in New York City. • Mark and Candy Udell of London Jewelers received the Lifetime Achievement Award for their commitment to relationships and the jewelry community. • Key category winners included Sylvia Furmanovich for Jewelry Design, Thomas Waller for Media Excellence, and Jessica McCormack for Retail Innovation. (New York, NY) – Jewelers of America (JA), the national trade association for businesses serving the fine jewelry marketplace, and the GEM Awards Committee announce the winners of the 24 th annual GEM Awards. The sold-out event took place on Friday, March 13, 2026, at Cipriani 42 nd Street in New York City. Mark and Candy Udell of London Jewelers received the GEM Award for Lifetime Achievement. Ana Khouri was presented with the GEM Award for High Jewelry Excellence by Linda Evangelista. The winners in the Jewelry Design, Media...

Reading Time: 5 minutes Key takeaways • Desert diamonds emerged as the standout trend of the 98th Academy Awards, featured in high-profile pieces by TAFFIN, De Beers London, and Premier Gem. • Closely cropped diamond necklaces, including torques, chokers, and collars, were a defining styling choice for stars like Jessie Buckley, Elle Fanning, and Kylie Jenner. • Diamond brooches made a significant return to the red carpet, worn by numerous actors including Jeremy Pope, Channing Tatum, and Shaboozey, demonstrating modern versatility. (NEW YORK) – The 98th annual Academy Awards took place Monday, March 15th at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California, effectively ending awards season with an unforgettable evening. The world’s most notable actors showcased the season’s most classic, refined, and distinctive diamond jewelry looks. Below, A Diamond is Forever highlights the standout trends from the event. Desert diamonds Once again, Desert diamonds were front and center, ...

Reading Time: 6 minutes Key Takeaways: • Phillips will auction an exceptionally rare 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe Ref. 2523 with a South America cloisonné enamel dial, estimated to exceed CHF 5,000,000. • This specific timepiece is one of only two known examples in yellow gold with this map and has not appeared at public auction in nearly four decades. • Manufactured in 1953, the watch is a significant piece of horological history, featuring a complex two-crown world-time system and artisanal cloisonné craftsmanship. (GENEVA) – Phillips in Association with Bacs & Russo is honored to announce the offering of one of the most visually captivating and historically significant wristwatches ever made: an 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe Ref. 2523 two-crown world-time wristwatch with polychrome cloisonné enamel dial depicting a map of South America. Made in 1953, the present watch is one of only two examples known in 18k yellow gold with the South America map and the only on...

Reading Time: 7 minutes Key Takeaways: • The NFL is institutionalizing fashion by hiring its first fashion editor to transform player arrivals into global “”tunnel fit”” marketing moments. • Professional football players are driving a jewelry surge by embracing maximalist styles, including layered diamond necklaces, oversized gold chains, and high-end watches. • A significant shift toward gender-fluid luxury is occurring as male athletes normalize wearing pearls, brooches, and unconventional diamond cuts like the marquise stud. Sports and style are converging. The National Football League is the first professional sports league to hire a fashion editor. Appointed in late 2024, Kyle Smith, @kyleforserious, was tapped to “bridge the gap between football and high fashion,” according to the Business of Fashion, BoF. His mandate: elevate player style, expand the league’s cultural reach, and transform the pre-game “tunnel fit” into a global fashion moment.  For jewelry retail...

Reading Time: 8 minutes Key Takeaways: • JIS Spring exceeded previous buyer attendance, reinforcing Miami as a primary commercial gateway for jewelry markets in the US, Latin America, and the Caribbean. • The event introduced the Accessories & Gifts Pavilion and the Brands Pavilion, expanding retail opportunities through lifestyle products and designer-led collections. • A new educational feature, On Trend with JIS, provided bilingual podcast-style discussions on industry trends and economic strategies for a diverse global audience. (Norwalk, CT) – JIS Spring once again proved why it has become the premier first-quarter buying destination for the jewelry industry. The March event brought together retailers, wholesalers, designers, and manufacturers at the Miami Beach Convention Center for three days of focused sourcing and meaningful business transactions that set the tone for the year ahead, and suppliers came ready to sell. This year’s edition exceeded the previous ...