UPDATE
Marked improvement for Swiss watch exports, FHS report
November, 2009 recorded the highest monthly value of the year for Swiss watch exports, and also the most moderate decline, says the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry. Benefiting from a favourable base effect, the value of 1.4 billion francs represented a variation of - 10.6% compared to November 2008. While negative, this rate is a marked improvement on previous months, FHS said. Levels remain low however. In eleven months, the sector exported the equivalent of 12 billion francs, a decline of 23.7%.....
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FACE TO FACE
The triumph of a bold entrepreneur; Yufa Jewelry comes back for you!
As the world has tasted a bitter economic crisis for a couple of years, companies have fallen one after another in many businesses. Including the gems and jewelry industry. However, there are some brave manufacturers standing their ground to walk on in the tough times. Of those, Mr. Yufa Kahraman is a good model of success. Recently, JWR Magazine had an opportunity to hold an exclusive interview with Pearlmax's owner regarding his points of view on the current economic situation, and his marcasite jewellery business.....
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BULLETIN
France creates collective jewellery brand
The French Union of Jewellery, High Jewellery, Silverware, Gems and Pearls (UFBJOP) has initiated the creation of the collective brand "Joaillerie de France" in partnership with professionals in the sector. jewellery manufacturers and independent experts. The General Customs Department, the Paris Mint and the Ministry of Industry...
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FASHION
Dyrberg/Kern's Riviera a touch of glam
Dyrberg/Kern has created an international brand of style, image. dreams and beauty. The company creates modern, contemporary luxury products for the global market. It has a unique niche, and a fashionable concept, reflecting personality, identity, innovation, quality and simplicity.....
ENLIGHTENED ™ -Swarovski Elements celebrates Marcasite
Marcasite, known as a traditional material, has evoved to become an avant-garde reflection of unparalleled beauty. Prized by pre-Colombian Incas. British Royals and Spanish conquistadors., the stone with its irresistible steely metallic lustre played an important role in the art dedeco era and emeraged again in the 1980s.....
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TALKABOUT
Forevermark Asian launch gathered strong momentum
Stephen Lussier,CEO, Forevermark recently announced that Forevermark has achieved over US$100 million in retail sales within the first 12 months of launch. "The launch of Forevermark into China, Hong Kong and Japan has, despite the economic downturn, gathered strong momentum. Our partner jewellers have seen Forevermark, with its unique promise of quality, integrity and inspiration creates strong consumer interest and this is even more relevant in these times of discerning luxury when consumers are taking more time in considering their luxury purchases...
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SCENE
Jewel in the Crown of Jaipur
Hot on the heels of the success of January's Milan road show, the Thai Gems and Jewelry Traders Association (TGJTA) set forth on another important road show to Jaipur. India, a renowned histtorical center for gems and jewelry, to forge close ties....
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FAIR REVIEW
IJT 2010-quality buyers boost exhibitor satisfaction
Held from January 27th to 30th, 2010, the 21st International Jewellery Tokyo (IJT) came to a successful close after a busy show period. Amidst the global economic situation, those who participated in the show voiced the opinion that they met more buyers than ever this year, and there was a buzz on the show floor. 60 dignitaries including major jewellers, watch retailers, and government bodies partcipated in the inagural opening ribbon cut ceremony held on the morning of January 27th....
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JEWEL
ALL THAT GLITTERS:The Splendor and Science of Gems and Minerals exhibition presented at the San Diego Natural History Museum
The San Diego Natural History Museum will present a new exhibition, developed and designed by Museum Staff, entitled "ALL THAT GLITTERS: The Splendor and Science of Gems and Minerals." The Exhibition, which opens May 15,2010, and is scheduled to remain on display at the Museum through April 2012, will take visitors beyond the "bling" to see gems as very rare and ancient by-products of the forces that have created the landscape, including in San Diego County....
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TIMEZONE
Strong December sales boost Swatch Group-confident on 2010
The Swatch Group reported that the last months of 2009 showed a very positive development, with clear signs of market normalization and increased consumer confidence. To some degree, the economic crisis 2009 has separated the wheat from the chaff, the group said. This applies especially to the watch industry, where values such as brand awareness, tradition,history, and high-quality products count more than ever. The group said it increased its market share in most markets and regions....
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INNOVATIONS
GemEx®introduces ION table mark engraving for the diamond industry
GemEx Systems, a global leader in diamond brilliance, fire, and sparkle certification, is now offering their paented ION table engraving at their headquarters in Mequen, WI in the US...
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AUCTION
D Flawless diamond of 62 carats highlights Christie's Geneva sale
Christie's held "Jewels: The Geneva Sale" at the Four Seasons hotel des Bergues recently. From 236 lots offered at the sale, 192 were sold resulting in total sales of US$32,281,500...
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