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Valentine’s Day… HELP! Any suggestions from the pros???

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Nearly $1 Million in Gems Reported Stolen After Tucson Gem Show

The Tucson Mega-Event is one of my favorites to attend. If you have never been, I highly recommend the spectacle which has something for everyone. It is a shame that things like this are a reality but it is what it is. I hope the company...
- February 9
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Failed Sale of 230 Carat Wynn Diamond Leads to Lawsuit

By Rob Bates, Senior Editor, JCK Magazine FEB 7, 2012 A Los Angeles dealer is claiming a failed attempt to sell the Wynn Diamond, a 230 ct. pear-shape stone dubbed “the 12th largest diamond in the world,” damaged her reputation and c...
- February 9
- Wink Jones I want to say, "Grow a skin lady. Sales fall through all the time, it is part of doing business," but I suspect there are about four sides to this story and without knowing more I have no way to know if she is right, wrong or ??? I would be interesting ... more
  
  February 9
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IDEX Online: 2011 online spending +13%

Impressive and encouraging figures... By IDEX Online FEB 9, 2012 New York--Online retail spending reached $49.7 billion for the fourth quarter of 2011, an increase of 14 percent year-over-year, reports digital tracker comScore, Inc. Thi...
- February 9
Jim Caudill - DD Admin Valentine’s Day… HELP! Any suggestions from the pros???
- February 8
- Jim Summa Infinity Diamonds is a GREAT place to start!
  
  February 8
- Wink Jones It is easy to say, shop at Winks, especially my hpd treasures at www.hpdiamonds.com or my treasures in the attic section at www.winkcz.com but I suspect that you might need more help than that. I suggest thinking about what you want to do, are you just t... more
  
  February 8
- Jim Summa You can find Infinity's..and Pocket Folders from William Henry on my Website. Take a look and let me know. http://www.summajewelers.com/ Theres still time!
  
  February 8
- Jim Summa Hi Wink! You taught me well.
  
  February 8
Jim Caudill - DD Admin commented on Jim Caudill - DD Admin 's blog entry: Great questions Jim, here are my opinions on both: Salting… I think the quote “not all of them are cut.” Should have read ‘not all of them are cut after the rough diamond is discovered.’ so that folks unfamiliar with the park don’t have visions of facette... more
- February 8
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Arkansas State Park yields $21,000 F VVS2 Diamond

Every now and then we see a new diamond of interest found at Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas. Today a beautiful collection-quality stone is discussed by Rob Bates of JCK Online. Begin quote: "A couple scavenging at the ...
- February 8
- Jim Summa Jim...you wouldn't think the state would salt the mine would you? Assuming they didn't, would modren mining methods have any hope of making this mine profitable? An overlooked sourch of new rough!!!
  
  February 8
- Jim Caudill - DD Admin Great questions Jim, here are my opinions on both: Salting… the quote “not all of them are cut.” might have read ‘not all of them are cut after the rough diamond is found.’ to quash visions of facetted diamonds strewn about ready for mounting. - Salting ... more
  
  February 8
- Jim Summa Any family man knows about water parks...thats were the real money is. I had no idea that that was mined into the 70s, my understanding was it went broke 100 years ago and the state took it then. Thanks for the info!
  
  February 8
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A Big NO SALE for "World's Largest Emerald"

What was excitement for some has been steadily replaced by suspicion and has ultimately resulted in a NO SALE for the so-called "World's Largest Emerald." Among the deal-killers that wound up capturing NO BIDS at auction is the fact that Regan Re...
- February 5
- Paul Slegers It is amazing how often emeralds are used in fraud-attempts.
  
  February 6
- Jim Summa This story caught people's attention, everyone seemed to know about this stone.
  
  February 7
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IDEX Online: DTC cutting London supply

By Edahn Golan for IDEX Online DEC 21, 2011 London--While 2011 was described as an amazing year for De Beers by Diamond Trading Company CEO Varda Shine, the 66 companies that will have a London sight will probably find 2012 somewhat less excitin...
- January 24
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Runway: Bohemian Rhapsody

From the INDESIGN section of Instore Magazine, Beth Bemstein reports on some hip bobbles: Runway to Red Carpet to Retail: THERE IS A SOPHISTICATED, bohemian feeling to this season’s jewelry. Bolder, more rough-hewn looks are...
- January 24
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Efficiency Saves Consumers Money

National Jeweler Network Tools that save the consumer cash! Are you intimidated by what big business knows about you? Consider this: If a store can market directly to those who are likely to patronize their location, costs are re...
- January 23
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Young Consumers Still Favor Brick-and-Mortar Stores

JCK Magazine Survey: Young Consumers Still Favor Brick-and-Mortar Stores By Stephanie Schaefer, Editorial Assistant Posted on January 23, 2012 More than 68 percent of 18–25-year-olds prefer to shop in stores rather than online for appare...
- January 23
Evert Botha: Are we seeing you in Miami?
- January 23
- Jim Caudill - DD Admin Unfortunately no… I will be focusing on Diamond Discussion for the near future. It is important to me that this site becomes a powerful/influential tool for you and the members! I will see you soon I am sure.
  
  January 23
  
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- Jim Summa I have made it to the last 3 conclaves...and really enjoy them. But....I just might have to miss this year also to complete some overdue projects ...kinda bummed even considering it.
  
  February 4
Jim Caudill - DD Admin Welcome Arif, we are glad to have you with us!
- January 23
Jim Caudill - DD Admin A cut above the rest, master diamond cutter Mike Botha received the city's highest honour, Thursday, when Mayor Jim Scarrow surprised him with an Award of Merit. (Prince Albert Daily Harald)
- January 20
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- January 20
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World's Largest Emerald or World's Largest Fake?

A rare gem dealer in Calgary Canada is claiming to own the world's largest green emerald. The size of a watermelon, weighing 25 lbs, it may be worth over $1.15 million. However others are not as quick to believe in this incredible gemstone's authenticity....
- January 19
- Jim Caudill - DD Admin View video here http://youtu.be/VV7d1sFVxWc
  
  January 20
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Diamonds decorate the carpet at Globes

National Jeweler reports… Diamonds decorate carpet at Globes Meryl Streep accepts her Golden Globe wearing a Jaeger-LeCoultre timepiece. Beverly Hills,Calif.--The 69th Annual Golden Globes took place J...
- January 18
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Vogue's Guide to Exceptional Jewelry

Check out this sampling of beautiful pieces remaniscent of a bygone era from Vogue: Vogue's Guide to Exceptional Jewelry In “Sparkling Personalities” in the October issue of Vogue, eight cool, modern girls (from Elisa Sedn...
- January 17
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Why Jewelers Are Doing Their Own Diamond Grading

Paul Holewa of JCK Online discusses jewelers who emphasize in-house evaluations rather than grading documents from popular labs, including the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). In addition to discrepancies between lab reports from different...
- January 17
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Unique Gifts for People Who Have Everything

Cosmopolitan Magazine (Cosmo) included a section titled “Unique Gifts for People Who Have Everything” that is interesting and includes items I never knew existed. I think the title “Something Unexpected” would work nicel...
- January 16
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Getting Married FYI

When my wife and I announced our engagement some years ago, my recollection is that the planning was a breeze. When I professed this recollection during the planning of my daughter’s wedding, I was informed that I must have suffered severe mem...
- January 14
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New consumerism as a new social dynamic

New consumerism as a new social dynamic is inevitable if not already a reality. JCK Magazine reports on this and other fascinating topics in this article. Future Shopping Take it from Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, who predicted, ac...
- January 13
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Diamond Tech - Single Crystal Diamond Photodiode

Analyzing diamonds using diamond is becoming more of a reality these days. The diamond crystal has so many properties and applications that we have only begun to scratch the surface (pun intended). Below is the introduction to a fascinating body o...
- January 13
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A Big Heart – Jewelers For Children

Jewelers for Children Celebrates 13 Years with Diamond Honorees and Platinum Charity Representatives New York,NY– On June 5, 2011, Jewelers for Children held the 13th Annual Facets of Hope event inLas Vegas, newly relocated to the Mandalay B...
- January 13
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How to buy a gemstone in 7 simplified steps

GIA – The Gemological Institute of America has produced an interactive guide called “How to buy a gemstone in 7 simplified steps.” If you are in the market or in the enlightenment mindset, have a look. (View Now)&nbs...
- January 13
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Polished Prices Releases 2012 Price Forecast

Polished Prices has released their Forecast for 2012. After a mildly continued correction to the severe uphike from the first three quarters of 2011 PP anticipates the historical upward trend of pricing to continue in 2012. Quote: Polish...
- January 13
- Paul Slegers Thank you for posting this here, Jim. This index is based upon real wholesale-transactions, and this yearly prediction generally is proven to be very correct up to seriously underestimated.
  
  January 16
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JCK’s 10 Products That Revolutionized the Jewelry Trade

The staff of JCK took on a “Monumental Task” and in their words: “We set out to identify 10 products that have changed the face of jewelry retailing forever, products so iconic—to their makers and their categories—...
- January 12
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Elizabeth Taylor Jewelry Collection – Most Valuable in Auction

A December, 2011 article by Luxurious Magazine, gives some fascinating details about the starlet and her jewelry. “The extraordinary results of the first jewelry sale are a tribute to Elizabeth Taylor’s expert eye for fine gemstones...
- January 12
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Diamond Prices Continue Steady Rise in 2011

Diamond prices continued to rise in 2011, despite financial crises in the west. Attributed to strong demand in the Asia-Pacific theater in the first half of the year, pricing cooled in the third and fourth quarters, yet polished diamonds on the whole gain...
- January 12
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Internet Sales Tax - Do We Need a Federal Solution?

Indiana has become the latest state to go forward with a plan for collecting Internet Sales Tax. In the absence of Federal legislation Indiana's sales tax collections will begin in January 2014. Quote: Yet another state—this time, ...
- January 11

Nearly $1 Million in Gems Reported Stolen After Tucson Gem Show

Posted February 9

The Tucson Mega-Event is one of my favorites to attend. If you have never been, I highly recommend the spectacle which has something for everyone. It is a shame that things like this are a reality but it is what it is. I hope the company can post images of a number of “one of...
Failed Sale of 230 Carat Wynn Diamond Leads to Lawsuit

Posted February 9

By Rob Bates, Senior Editor, JCK Magazine FEB 7, 2012 A Los Angeles dealer is claiming a failed attempt to sell the Wynn Diamond, a 230 ct. pear-shape stone dubbed “the 12th largest diamond in the world,” damaged her reputation and cost her more than $1 million in commission. ...
IDEX Online: 2011 online spending +13%

Posted February 9

Impressive and encouraging figures... By IDEX Online FEB 9, 2012 New York--Online retail spending reached $49.7 billion for the fourth quarter of 2011, an increase of 14 percent year-over-year, reports digital tracker comScore, Inc. This was the ninth consecutive quarter of year-o...
Arkansas State Park yields $21,000 F VVS2 Diamond

Posted February 8

Every now and then we see a new diamond of interest found at Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas. Today a beautiful collection-quality stone is discussed by Rob Bates of JCK Online. Begin quote: "A couple scavenging at the Crater of Diamonds State Park recently found ...
A Big NO SALE for "World's Largest Emerald"

Posted February 5

What was excitement for some has been steadily replaced by suspicion and has ultimately resulted in a NO SALE for the so-called "World's Largest Emerald." Among the deal-killers that wound up capturing NO BIDS at auction is the fact that Regan Reaney, the stone's dealer, was previously arre...

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