The Jewelers Circle has launched a new direct-to-consumer platform! The first international e-retail portal dedicated to vintage and rare jewelry, The Jewelers Circle is powered by a growing global network of passionate experts. It’s an opportunity for leading vintage dealers from around the world to share their rare treasures with a global audience. jewelerscircle.com

Eyes on Your Site

DDK Marketing, a pioneering force in direct response consumer marketing campaigns for jewelry retailers, has launched their new product, OnSite. OnSite is patented marketing technology designed to capture the attention of consumers searching for jewelry. Some retailers already using OnSite are reporting at least a 5X return on investment, more cost effective than Google Pay-Per-Click advertising. themveye.com

Diamond-Worthy Education

The Natural Diamond Council’s Education Program for retailers and jewelry professionals is designed to designed to accelerate natural diamond knowledge beyond the 4 C’s and convert sales. Catering to both veterans and newcomers, the program offers interactive learning with infographics, downloadable social media assets, articles, industry research, curated workshops, certificates of completion, and more. naturaldiamonds.com

A Podcast to Watch

The Accutron Show has announced a new co-host for the popular podcast’s fourth season. Multi-disciplinary artist, celebrity photographer, filmmaker, TEDx speaker, and social justice advocate Indrani Pal-Chaudhuri will join current host, writer and editor David Graver for another chapter of conversation about American consumer culture with an outstanding lineup of influential guests. accutronwatch.com

Ethical Assistance

Ethical Metalsmiths’ Responsible Sourcing Committee is making their Gemstone Supplier Conversations Guide available to the public! The resource provides starting points for industry professionals to use to assess the ethical positioning of suppliers and players they interact with in the mining, metal, and gemstone industries. Find it on the EM website under “Resources.” ethicalmetalsmiths.org

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The Kross Studio Star Wars watch roll collection is the perfect gift for the Star Wars-loving watch enthusiast in your life. Each watch roll is crafted of 100% vegetal leather screen printed with a character and complementary colors and patterns, including C-3P0 in yellow, Boba Fett in green, Darth Vader in black, Chewbacca in brown, the stormtrooper and R2-D2 in white, and Yoda in tan.

$250

kross.studio

More Mysteries

Good news for fans of Rob Bates’ Diamond District Mystery Series: Book three is here! SLAY IT WITH A DIAMOND is a follow up to >A MURDER IS FOREVER and NOT GIRL’S BEST FRIEND but can also be read as a standalone story. Inspired by classic gothic fiction, the story involves SUCCESSION-style intrigue, a bitter family feud, and a supposedly cursed gemstone.

$16.95

robbatesauthor.com

It’s Elementary

The Yehuda Dr. Watson is the ultimate lightweight lab-grown diamond detector. The enhanced interface is easy to use: just one click to see the test results in seconds, no calibration or changing platforms. This little powerhouse can check eight rings at a time and has the same 100% detection rate as the larger Sherlock Holmes 2.0.

$2,795

sykessler.com

Color Therapy

Manifest Jewelry in 50 pages: A ZEN ADULT COLORING BOOK TO MANIFEST JEWELRY AND HELP WITH ANXIETY, RELAXATION AND STRESS RELIEF is a fantastic new coloring book inspired by Jamie Geller Jewelry. Fifty gorgeous pages of jewelry illustrations featuring work by Harwell Godfrey, Jacquie Aiche, Retrouvai, Storrow and more, just waiting for you to bring them to life with color while you relax and relieve stress.

$32

themanifestingjournal.com

A Kiss From Paris

J’amois’ spectacular jewelry boxes are as eco-friendly as they are gorgeous. Made from genuine silk velvet sourced from France and Italy, J’amois uses Parisan supplies to find the most extraordinary and high-quality deadstock fabrics. We have a particular affection for the adorable kiss-shaped Bisous box.

$137

j-amois.com

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G-SHOCK, a new book by jewelry consultant and watch blogger Ariel Adams, takes readers through the evolution of the distinctive G-Shock timepiece. Worn by everyone from pro athletes and military personnel to skateboarders, surfers, musicians, entertainers, and at least one member of our INSTORE team, this stylish and multipurpose watch has permeated the spheres of sports, design, music and popular culture.

$65

rizzoliusa.com

Special Scales

Designed in Switzerland, Mettler Toledo scales are widely recognized as the weighing standard for speed, precision, and reliability. Each of the extensive Mettler Toledo line of scales comes with either precision calibration weights or built-in calibration systems. These desirable devices are now available through Sy Kessler Sales.

$500 and up

sykessler.com

Cool New Catch

Chrysmela has released a new color of their Chrysmela Catch! If you haven’t discovered this product yet, it’s a precision engineered earring back that uses a patented mechanism to lock onto any earring post, making lost earring heartbreak a thing of the past. The new Chrysmela Noir introduces the popular catch in dark metal for the first time, expanding the line to cater to any jewelry taste and need.

$55

chrysme.la

Pretty Palermo

The Palermo zip case in red provides the top-quality jewelry storage that WOLF is known for in a sumptuous leather of a thrilling crimson color. Accented with gold-finished hardware, this sleek jewelry travel case features LusterLoc anti-tarnish lining that can protect your treasures from tarnish for up to 35 years.

$169

wolf1834.com

Darling Dish

You always need more cute little jewelry dishes, and we think these oval cuties from Leefla are absolutely irresistible. More subdued than many styles but still featuring a perfect, subtle touch of blue adornment, these lovely little beauties would complement almost any décor scheme.

$10

leefla.etsy.com

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The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has launched its first ever Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Toolkit. The resource breaks down the purpose and scope of all the ESG reporting frameworks and standards that are currently on the market to help equip RJC members with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions based on their individual business needs. responsiblejewellery.com

More Haute Jewels

Haute Jewels Geneva will return in 2024 with a brand-new second location! The show is increasing its capacity by over 50%, with all the show’s 2023 exhibitors returning for 2024 alongside the new additions. April 8-15, 2024, at The Fairmont Grand Hotel & The InterContinental Hotel in Geneva. hautejewelsgeneva.com

More Knowledge

The Black in Jewelry Coalition and Jewelers of America are working together to offer the Emerging Jewelers Accelerator Program, a series of interactive workshops intended to provide new retail jewelry entrepreneurs with a deeper understanding of how to build a successful jewelry business. The program is currently seeking subject matter experts on a variety of topics. jewelers.org

For the Fund

JCK has officially opened the submission process for the 2024 JCK Industry Fund grant! Applications must be received by November 17, 2023. The JCK Industry Fund’s mission is to support the jewelry industry providing funding to organizations that impact change and are bettering our industry. lasvegas.jckonline.com

Best From the Boss

BOSS Logics, a leading technology solutions provider for the jewelry industry, has launched Boss Logics Connect, a simple and effective trade show appointment scheduling system. Brands can use it to create custom landing pages with location information, available associates, event descriptions, and more; customers can easily see appointment times and request appointments. bosslogics.com

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Okay, so maybe you don’t technically need your flashlight to be made of Damascus steel hand-forged by talented jewelry designer Chris Ploof … but wouldn’t it be awesome if it was? It’s an infinitely more impressive portable light source than the standard plastic model you’ll find at your local hardware store. And you’ll look so cool when you whip this baby out to help a customer find an earring they’ve dropped on the floor.

$1,000 – $1,500

chrisploof.com

Stellar Box

You know we love Ukrainian glass artist Leosklo’s ring box designs, and their latest release has us swooning. This star-shaped box is a compelling blend of industrial and celestial inspiration and would fit with any number of home décor styles or Instagram photo shoot moods.

$78

leosklo.etsy.com

Lavish Laces

Designer Christopher Augmon is known for his versatility; in addition to fine jewelry, he creates handbags, soft goods, and now high-end shoelaces! That’s right, you can now upgrade your most fabulous kicks with gorgeous designer shoelaces made from exotic skins, Italian leathers, and African artisan printed cotton. Do you need them? No. But we bet you want them.

$75

augmon.com

Horological History

Berd Vay’e’s latest work, “Bright Idea,” is a timepiece-inspired original art creation and a celebration of the intricacy of watchmaking. The incandescent lightbulb-shaped Lucite sculpture is filled with disassembled pieces of rare and antique watch movements. These special artworks are a limited run of 1,500 pieces, each one finished with a handmake plaque crafted from pure silver.

Large $18,000, small $10,800

berdvaye.com

Stone Age Style

Do the lighting solutions in your store light up your heart, or just your walls? If you want something better, consider the onyx stone table lamp from LuxeRox. These luxurious lamps are made from real Tecali onyx sourced from Tecali, Mexico. Each lamp is carved from a single boulder of natural stone. Finally, a light fixture that will add to your décor, not simply illuminate it.

$350

luxerox.com

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Wishfluence is a new app that allows a retailer to maintain digital wish lists for its customers. The app can incorporate your store’s branding and will even connect with your store’s tech stack to integrate point-of-sale, messaging, and payment processes. Sales associates can use the app on their own tablet or phone, while the store owner/manager can view overall reports. wishfluence.com

A Scholarship For Her

The American Gem Society (AGS) has launched the Women in Leadership Scholarship, which will offer one candidate registration to AGS’s 2024 Conclave and a $500 gift card for travel, as well as five mentoring sessions with industry leaders. Applications open this fall and the winner will be chosen in January. members.ags.org/scholarships

Powerful Program

Unbridaled OS is a new cloud-based management software designed specifically for the jewelry industry. The program was developed to address the unique challenges faced by jewelry businesses, providing a suite of tools and features that streamline operations, boost efficiency, and enhance profitability while also offering workflow management and business analytics. unbridaled.ai

More Mentors

MJSA, the trade alliance dedicated to professional excellence in jewelry making and design, has launched the MJSA Mentor & Apprentice Program. The initiative is designed to revive a once-vital part of the jewelry industry’s recruiting and training regimen. mjsa.org

Bridal Bounty

Industry leader Imagine Bridal has launched a retailer referral program to help thank current clients and welcome new ones.Gift card and account credit bonuses are possible for both the referring client and the new client. imaginebridal.com

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Need a new showpiece to adorn your store? The Golden Journey is a one-of-a-kind objet d’art created by master jeweler and designer Sinork Agdere. Made of 21K yellow gold and platinum, this breathtaking artwork was inspired by the iconic Golden State Coach that has carried the British royal family for over 250 years. It features exquisite workmanship and 63 carats of rose cut diamonds.

Price on request

lordjewelry.us

Talk to Us, Ronald Winston

King Of Diamonds: The Definitive Biography of an American Icon is a deep dive into the fascinating life of Harry Winston written by his only living son. The book offers glitz and glamour, but also divulges shocking details of business rivalries, treacherous colleagues, vindictive clients, and backstabbing family members, as well as jewelry history. A thrilling tale of entrepreneurship and an enthralling look into one of the jewelry industry’s most famous self-made men.

$28.99

ronaldwinston.com

Travel Case Cutie

A jewelry lover can never have enough travel cases, and we’ve got a super cute new one here for your wish list! This little blue-and-white beauty is a collaboration between Cartolina and Neely & Chloe. The case is fabricated in durable (and cleanable!) saffiano leather and finished with matching trim. Inside, you’ll find padded zip pouches to keep your treasures organized and safe.

$178

cartolinanantucket.com

Better Boxes

Is your ring box situation ready for this year’s holiday gifting and engagement season, or are you going to offer the same boring old packaging as everyone else? J’amois uses only genuine antique and deadstock silk velvet sourced from France and Italy to create their utterly swoonworthy octagonal ring boxes. Have them monogrammed for an extra special touch!

$177

j-amois.com

Wonder Walls

We know how carefully you curate your showcases, but what about your walls? WallIsm offers custom-sized wall murals in an extraordinary array of designs, including the jewelry-themed “Great Drama,” which is just begging to adorn a jewelry store! All Wallism murals are made from 100% PVC-free premium matte non-woven material sourced from FSC-certified paper — which means it comes from sustainable forests.

$3.60/sq. ft.

wallism.com

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The Cultured Pearl Association of America’s 14th Annual International Pearl Design Competition, hosted in collaboration with retail partner Aaron Faber Gallery, is accepting entries! The contest is open through Nov. 3. Winning designs will be offered for sale at Aaron Faber Gallery in New York City. cpaa.org

Ethical Foundations

Ethical Metalsmiths (EM) is collaborating with Christina T. Miller Sustainable Jewelry Consulting to provide EM members with access to Miller’s course, “Foundations for Sustainable Jewelry Practices.” The course was designed for jewelers beginning their sustainability journey. ethicalmetalsmiths.org

Innovative Insurance

Jewelers Mutual Group’s new LUX Digital Vault mobile app is now open to those on its waiting list and select retailers. The new tech connects customers to their trusted jeweler and their jewelry and watch collections with a 15-day jewelry insurance offer through a seamless app-based experience. jewelersmutual.com

Dynamic Diamonds

Liquid Diamonds has created a co-pilot for diamond sourcing using a proprietary reverse auction system combined with AI-driven predictive analysis. A buyer can bid on all acceptable diamond options while also seeing real-time views of both the competing supply of sellers and the competing demand of buyers. liquid.diamonds

Lab-Grown and Large

The International Gemological Institute has certified the first lab-grown diamond to surpass 50 carats. The 50.25-carat polished diamond, created by Ethereal Green Diamond LLP, is a Type IIa emerald cut measuring 22.95 by 18.45 by 11.57 millimeters, with G color, VS2 clarity, and Excellent cut, polish, and symmetry. etherealdiamond.com

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Tired of needing new displays every time you update your cases? Stuller’s Modular Magnetic Display (Series 61-9915) offers eight interchangeable elements that allow you to mix and match in all kinds of different configurations sure to complement your products. Available in several lovely neutrals: moon glow, palladium, and black.

$40.69

stuller.com

We Heart It

This adorable porcelain ring dish from Juler’s Row is the perfect place for your newly engaged customers to put their rings when they’re not wearing them. It features a heart design of illustrated diamonds, created by Amy Wilson. As romantic as it is practical.

$40.69$24

julersrow.com

Pretty Prices

For 80 years, the Swiss company Lansa has specialized in the design, manufacture and supply of pricing cube systems. The cube system is extremely convenient: When it’s time to change a price, simply swap out the number cubes! Lansa even offers a large variety of colors, styles, sizes and materials to match the aesthetic of any retail environment.

$40.69Starting at $75

lansa.info

Chatham Chats

After decades in the lab-grown stone business, Tom Chatham has authored his first book: The Chatham Legacy, An American Story. The book describes three generations of Chathams and their role in what became a revolution in the jewelry industry, as Tom takes the reader through a colorful journey of innovation in the early years of the 20th century and how a boy’s love of chemistry became a family’s legacy.

$40.69$90

chatham.com

Gorgeous Glass

The artists behind LEOSKLO are two Ukranian brothers who have found a way to continue making their beautiful glass art despite the unrest in their home country. This delicate blue stained-glass ring box would be an unforgettable addition to any bridal display — or an incredible addition to any engagement or wedding photoshoot.

$40.69$5

leosklo.etsy.com

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Gem enthusiasts will love The Yurman Family Crystalline Pass, a geological wonder connected to the newly renovated Halls of Gems and Minerals at the American Museum of Natural History in NYC. This extraordinary installation recreates a 19-foot-long section of clear crystals from a mineral vein in the Ouachita Mountains of Arkansas. amnh.org

Now with GIA

BriteCo, a leading tech-driven provider of jewelry and watch insurance, has updated their popular Appraisal Management System to integrate Gemological Institute of America grading results. This added functionality helps retail jewelers provide faster, more accurate appraisals for their customers and better determine adequate jewelry insurance coverage. brite.co/for-jewelers

Up Your Charm Game

Need to charm your customers? Consider adding a Rembrandt Charms shop-in-shop! These eye-catching, custom in-store displays are designed to complement each retail jewelry store’s existing setup while creating an inviting area for charm collectors to view Rembrandt’s extensive charm collection. rembrandtcharms.com

A CAD Academy

The New Approach School for Jewelers has launched a CAD Academy MatrixGold Training Program in partnership with Stuller’s Gemvision. Prioritizing a hands-on, holistic approach to education, this collaboration ensures that students have access to the most cutting-edge knowledge. newapproachschool.com

Plumb Useful

The Plumb Club has created their first-ever downloadable retail tool.This consumer-targeted brochure includes easy-to-understand explanations about the difference between earth-mined and lab-grown diamonds. Available to the entire jewelry industry, this free resource can be easily printed to give to customers. plumbclub.com

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