TIMEX Re-Launch Of The Best-Selling 1960’s Mid-Century Modern - the Marlin.

Tried and true, TIMEX recently announced their re-launch of the best-selling 1960’s TIMEX Marlin.

With this contemporary reissue of the sleek mid-century original, TIMEX becomes a watch company that isn't looking to add new "complications" but is instead satisfied with a simple design from yesterday. 

However, this new edition featuresf exclusive new color palettes for him, and for the first time ever, a design specifically made for women.

The Gentleman’s Standard now extends to the Ladies Choice. 

This reissue of our classic 1960s timepiece pairs the purity and pleasure of a hand-wound mechanical movement with the timeless sophistication of a sleek design. 

Now available with rose-gold details and a white leather strap. 

Sold exclusively on TIMEX.com.

Classic. Elegant. Lasting. This reissue of our classic 1960s timepiece pairs the purity, precision, and pleasure of a hand-wound mechanical movement with timeless sophistication. We’ve updated this 1960s classic, creating a Women’s Marlin® timepiece that stays true to its mid-century modern design, featuring a rose gold-tone case, white dial and white leather strap. And while we’ve upgraded this timepiece to meet modern standards, we’ve stayed true to the functionality of our original Marlin® watch with a hand-wound mechanical movement and domed acrylic crystal. Wind the watch until you feel resistance on the crown. This should be repeated every day to prevent the watch from stopping. Special Edition Timex.com Exclusive

THE WATCH THAT DEFINED the SHIFT TOWARDS MID-CENTURY DESIGN

The Marlin collection pairs stainless-steel, domed crystal and mechanical movements with the timeless sophistication of a sleek mid-century design. TIMEX has carefully recreated every single detail to bring back the watch that “takes a licking and keeps on ticking”.

THE GENTLEMAN'S HAND-WOUND  

Just like the original Marlin, the movement is hand-wound by rotating the crown. This season brings new designs created in partnership with Mr. Porter and Todd Snyder.

The Gentleman’s standard – then and now. This reissue of the 1960s timepiece pairs the purity and pleasure of a hand-wound mechanical movement with the timeless sophistication of a sleek design. Wind the watch until you feel resistance on the crown. This should be repeated every day to prevent the watch from stopping. Special Edition Mr. Porter Exclusive -  Black Band Goldtone Case.

The Gentleman’s standard – then and now. This reissue of the 1960s timepiece pairs the purity and pleasure of a hand-wound mechanical movement with the timeless sophistication of a sleek stainless steel design. Wind the watch until you feel resistance on the crown. This should be repeated every day to prevent the watch from stopping. Special Edition Todd Snyder Exclusive - Stainless Mesh Band Silvertone Case.

MARLIN AUTOMATICMarlin automatics keep moving because you do. Wind your watch automatically with the natural movement of your wrist.

Our iconic 1960s Marlin® case gets an aesthetic refresh. Ticking inside is a tried and true 21 jewel automatic movement, creating a contemporary timepiece that honors our watchmaking history. True to our original Marlin® design, the stainless-steel case and burgundy dial are complemented by a classic burgundy leather strap, featuring leather from the S.B. Foot Tanning Company, and its iconic acrylic domed crystal.

About TIMEX:

TIMEX roots date back to 1894 in Waterbury, Connecticut, a time when how you made something was just as important as what you made.  But the brand 

came into its own in the '50s.  In 1950, TIMEX brand watches arrived with the V-Conic, the first high-quality mass produced watch movement.  At the end of the decade, every third watch sold was a TIMEX.  AND we did everything imaginable to destroy our watches on live television each week, proving "TIMEX takes a licking and keeps on ticking."

Then in 1984, TIMEX took the clock off the finish line and put it on your wrist creating the world's first Sports Watch. The TIMEX Ironman became your coach, your motivation and a symbol of your dedication.  Together, we've crossed nearly every finish line in the world.

With 1992 came the Indiglo Night Light which became the TIMEX signature Blue Backlight, revolutionalizing the way the world reads time in the dark.

https://www.timex.com

Introducing...The Caliber Collection - Fighting Gun Violence

The Caliber Collection 

Jewelry That Gives Proceeds Back To Communities Affected By Gun Violence

The Caliber Collection from the Perfect Provenance is a unique Jewelry Collection that is working to "give-back" to communities affected by gun violence.

The oval shape of the bracelet mimics the trigger cage of a gun and serves as a reminder of the destruction that is caused when the trigger of a gun is pulled. 

Steel Bangle with a diamond

Each series carries a serial number that corresponds with one of the guns that were taken off the streets of Newark, Detroit, Hartford and San Francisco by the Police Department. The side of the bracelet is hand hammered to symbolize the hard work required, not only of the local police but of each individual, in the fight to get illegal guns off the streets of their community. 

Newark Bangle

As a continuation of their devoted and comprehensive efforts to eradicate illegal gun violence from the streets of their city, the Detroit Police Department and Rock Ventures have collaborated with Caliber Collection to create a virtuous cycle using the serial numbers from premise weapons and metal from shell casings. The result is Caliber Detroit. Available in Rose Gold Plated or White Gold Plated; one size.

The pieces are handmade, no two are exactly alike. 20% of the proceeds from each purchase will be donated to the Caliber Foundation to support victims and communities devastated by illegal gun violence. Available to purchase at www.ThePerfectProvenance.com 

The Perfect Provenance:

Opened in 2016,  The Perfect Provenance brought a unique luxury lifestyle store and cafe concept to downtown Greenwich, Connecticut. A gallery for the senses, The Perfect Provenance offers a curated, a one-of-a-kind collection of fashion, food, home and lifestyle products in our flagship Greenwich, Connecticut location, Cafe 47 and online store. With an emphasis on craftsmanship, quality and tradition, our European and designer fashions and accessories for men and women, luxury home gifts, fine fragrance, beauty and collectible works of art rotate seasonally, so there’s always something new to discover and delight. 

https://www.theperfectprovenance.com

Italian Pavilion to Hold Prime Real Estate at JCK Las Vegas 2019 #JCKLasVegas #JCK2019

Italian Pavilion to Hold Prime Real Estate 

at JCK Las Vegas 2019 

2019 Show to Represent Over 200 Countries

Since confirmation earlier this year of the new Italian Pavilion at JCK Las Vegas 2019, the show is pleased to report a rapidly growing presence for Italian jewelry brands committed to exhibiting at JCK Las Vegas and Luxury. To date, 54 exhibitors, with an estimated 20 more to sign on before year's end, have already committed to exhibit within the Pavilion at JCK's return to the newly renovated Sands Expo Center next June. The Pavilion will be prominently placed at the entrance of Level 2, adjacent to the Plumb Club and Luxury, home to some of JCK's finest brands.

"We received a great amount of interest from Italian vendors from the start, almost all of the exhibitors previously at JCK in the Italian section, as well as a few brand new additions to the show, and we expect the number of exhibitor commitments to continue to grow in the coming months," says Sarin Bachmann, Event Vice President JCK and Luxury. "As a leader in the industry, it is important to us that we are representing the entire industry and the expansion of our international neighborhoods truly makes the show a global experience."

In addition to the Italian Pavilion, Italian jewelry brands will occupy other areas of the show. Luxury, which commences by invitation only Wednesday, May 29 and Thursday, May 30-opening up to the broader JCK audience Friday, May 31, has confirmed its own share of Italian exhibitors, including Alessandra Donà, Chimento, Evanueva, FOPE, Nanis, Pesavento, Roberto Demeglio and Zydo. Italian brands will permeate the JCK show floor as well, including Bonetto Cinturini, Brosway, Graphite Hi Tech, Nomination, Officina Bernardi, Silvex and many more.


Exhibiting brands at JCK Las Vegas include:

Alessi Domenico
Alpa Oro
Amlé
Anticoa
Asolo Gold SpA
Barbero & Ricci
Blu Oro
C.A. Oro
Chrysos
Colpo & Zilio
Dasan Group
Del Pia
Di Bi Spa
Dibi Gold
Effepi Gioielli
Ferrari Firenze
Filk
Floriani Astucci
Fratelli Chini
Galvanotec
Giorgio Visconti
Gold Art
Golden Clef International
Hasbani Gioielli
Il Giglio
Il Sole Gioielli
Imma
Karizia
Lac
Lenti & Villasco
Luca Carati
Masi Gioielli
Micheletto
Multiform
New Ander
Novecentonovantanove
Nuovi Gioielli
Orozen
P.V.Z.
Rajola
Riccardo Orsato
Richline Italy
S.I.L.O.
SALP
Sanalitro Gioielli
Songa Antonio
Stefani Argento
Tereró
Tessitore
To Be Packing
Top Gold
Top Star
Unoaerre Industries
Vaid Roma

As of October 16, 2018


"Hasbani Gioielli, based in Milan, has been exhibiting at JCK Las Vegas from the very first edition of the Show," says Joe Hasbani, Co-owner. "We definitely feel it's the best event for us to exhibit at out of the many other options offered during the same week in Las Vegas. We are thrilled for the show's return to the original location at Sands Expo at the vibrant center of the Strip. We wish JCK Las Vegas the same success as it has had in the last decade as the superior show for our industry in the U.S.!"

Hasbani Gioielli, emerald and diamond earrings

Additionally, the majority of the AGTA exhibitors that were with JCK in 2018 are contracted to return to our new Global Gemstone neighborhood for JCK Las Vegas 2019. Earlier this year, JCK also signed a new multi-year partnership with the International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) to debut within the new Global Gemstone neighborhood. Within the neighborhood, ICA will have its own expansive 8,300 square foot pavilion dedicated to its member exhibitors. The Global Gemstone neighborhood will be comprised of three ballrooms that will house over 200 exhibitors from all around the world.

Gem Layout from Sara Gem Corp.

"JCK Las Vegas is the most important show of the year for us," says Ron Rahmanan of Sara Gem Corp. "Our decision to stay at JCK and exhibit within the new Global Gemstone pavilion was an easy one. The show never fails to provide the tools that we, and visiting buyers, need to be successful and draws more buyers than any other show in the U.S. We are in good company with many of the best gemstone companies also exhibiting at JCK 2019. We are thrilled to be part of the new and exciting things to come with a refreshed show in 2019."



JCK Las Vegas:JCK Las Vegas is North America's most iconic jewelry buying experience. Featuring the most diverse mix of suppliers and products from around the world. Leading jewelry professionals attend JCK to discover what's new, next and meaningful to their business through unique, personalized experiences. JCK is where the jewelry industry comes together to do business, network with colleagues, and make personal connections with those who share their passion for jewelry.

About Reed Jewelry Group:Reed Jewelry Group, a division of the world's principal events organizer Reed Exhibitions, is the jewelry industry's partner in print, digital and face-to-face communications. An industry leader, Reed Jewelry Group operates the top jewelry trade shows: JCK Las Vegas, Luxury by JCK, JCK Tucson, Jewelers International Showcase (JIS) and JIS Exchange. Additionally, Reed Jewelry Group owns JCK Magazine, the industry authority on the latest trends, technology and retail practices for manufacturers, designers, retailers and other influential figures who drive the jewelry business.

LAELIM and IGC Disclose a Diamond’s Full Journey with GIA M2M

LAELIM and IGC Disclose 

a Diamond’s Full Journey with GIA M2M

First retailer in China to participate

GIA (Gemological Institute of America) announced that Chinese retailer LAELIM Jewelry and Belgian diamond manufacturer IGC Group will pilot GIA’s M2M program that allows for complete transparency and traceability of diamonds along the value chain. This is one of the first instances where a manufacturer and retailer implemented the M2M program in partnership. 

“LAELIM Jewelry is proud to be –  in cooperation with the Belgian IGC Group –  the very first Chinese retailer to offer diamonds that have been evaluated by GIA for its M2M program,” said Mrs. Lin Xiang, CEO of LAELIM Jewelry. “The LAELIM brand will touch the Chinese consumer’s heart as the GIA M2M will give consumers a unique buying and exclusive owner experience in a way that has never been seen before. The digital journey from mining, through Belgian excellence in diamond cutting to the creation of the jewelry piece will create a more profound understanding of the beauty of the LAELIM brand.”

A select number of GIA-graded stones from LAELIM Jewelry have been added to the M2M program, recording each stone’s story as it moves from the mine to the consumer. IGC sources and polishes the rough diamonds, which then move to LAELIM Jewelry where consumers have the opportunity to experience their story.

“The M2M platform allows us, as a Belgian manufacturer of diamonds, to share our 106 years of heritage and excellent craftsmanship with the consumer.” says Hans Clement, sales director and partner at IGC Group. “Not only are we happy to be in this project with such reputable collaborators such as GIA and LAELIM Jewelry, but we are convinced that this digital platform creates transparency and will excite the Chinese consumer.”

M2M is a digital story telling platform that brings together GIA’s unique ability to scientifically match rough diamonds to the resulting polished gems with information that tells the compelling story of a diamond’s journey.

“We are happy to have the participation of LAELIM Jewelry and IGC Group with the M2M program. Since launching in 2017 we have seen an increase in the interest of the program” said Tom Moses, executive vice president and chief laboratory and research officer. “Consumer demands are shifting and provenance is becoming an important topic in the buying process.”

LAELIM Jewelry was founded in Shenzhen, China in 2011. They are committed to providing diamond traceability and upon establishment of their jewelry brand, IGC Group endorsed LAELIM in 2017. For more information about LAELIM Jewelry visit www.laelim.com. IGC Group holds a long history of diamond cutting as early as 1890. The company was founded in 1912 by the Claes family in Antwerp, Belgium. Today, IGC Group is one of the largest Belgian manufacturers. For more information about the IGC Group visit www.igcgroup.com.

About GIA

An independent nonprofit organization, GIA (Gemological Institute of America), established in 1931, is recognized as the world’s foremost authority in gemology. GIA invented the famous 4Cs of Color, Clarity, Cut and Carat Weight and, in 1953, created the International Diamond Grading System™ which is recognized around the world as the standard for diamond quality.

Through research, education, gemological laboratory services and instrument development, the Institute is dedicated to ensuring the public trust in gems and jewelry by upholding the highest standards of integrity, academics, science and professionalism. Visit GIA.edu. 

‘Crowningshieldite’ - New Mineral Named in Honor of Gemology Pioneer

New Mineral Named in Honor of Gemology Pioneer

GIA scientist discovers ‘Crowningshieldite’

Researchers at GIA (Gemological Institute of America), in collaboration with researchers at the University of Padova, recently discovered Crowningshieldite, a new mineral named in honor of G. Robert Crowningshield, a pioneering figure in gemological research for more than 50 years at GIA. Crowningshieldite was discovered as an altered inclusion in two diamonds from the Letseng mine in Lesotho. GIA Research Scientist Dr. Evan M. Smith publicly announced this new mineral earlier this year at GIA’s annual research meeting and presented at GIA’s International Gemological Symposium in October.

Crowningshieldite was accepted as a mineral on Sept. 18 by the International Mineralogical Association. Smith and his team of researchers discovered crowningshieldite while examining inclusions in CLIPPIR diamonds – a variety of type IIa diamond that forms at significantly greater depths than most diamonds. Crowningshieldite is a nickel sulfide mineral with a hexagonal crystal structure and can be regarded as the high-temperature polymorph of the mineral millerite. It is also the naturally occurring analog to the synthetic compound known as α-NiS. The mineral is proposed to have formed by alteration or chemical modification of originally metallic, polyphasic inclusions. These iron and nickel-rich metallic inclusions are the most prevalent type of inclusion found in CLIPPIR diamonds.

“Discoveries such as this propel our understanding of diamonds and the earth forward; this is why research is the cornerstone of GIA’s mission,” said Tom Moses, GIA executive vice president and chief laboratory and research officer.  “I can think of no better way to honor Mr. Crowningshield’s legacy.”

G. Robert Crowningshield took GIA and the young science of gemology to new scientific heights. His first breakthrough came in 1956, when he discovered and documented the spectroscopic feature characterizing yellow irradiated diamonds. In 1971, he wrote the first report on gem quality laboratory-grown diamonds. His observations about the identification criteria for laboratory-grown diamonds discussed in that article, such as color zoning, metallic inclusions and uneven patterns of UV fluorescence, are still used today for diamond identification. Crowningshield is also recognized for reporting on many discoveries about pearls and colored stones. His 1983 landmark article described a naming convention for orange-pink “padparadscha” sapphires and he published more than a thousand brief observations in the regular Lab Notes column – that he originated in 1957 – of Gems & Gemology, GIA’s quarterly professional journal.

Smith presented details about crowningshieldite at GIA’s sixth International Gemological Symposium, held last October in Carlsbad, California. A specimen of the new mineral will be housed in GIA’s museum collection at the Institute’s headquarters in Carlsbad, California.

The left image shows a diamond sample that contains the newly recognized mineral crowningshieldite, in the dark area circled in red. The sample is an offcut from a larger type IIa diamond from the Letseng mine, Lesotho. The right image shows an enlargement, using an electron microscope, where individual grains of crowningshieldite are seen in a fine-grained mixture with other minerals. Photo credits: Evan M. Smith (left image) and Fabrizio Nestola (right image).

About GIA

An independent nonprofit organization, GIA (Gemological Institute of America), established in 1931, is recognized as the world’s foremost authority in gemology. GIA invented the famous 4Cs of Color, Clarity, Cut and Carat Weight and, in 1953, created the International Diamond Grading System™ which is recognized around the world as the standard for diamond quality.

Through research, education, gemological laboratory services, and instrument development, the Institute is dedicated to ensuring the public trust in gems and jewelry by upholding the highest standards of integrity, academics, science and professionalism. Visit GIA.edu. 

Italian Exhibition Group Announces Partnership with Emerald Expositions at PREMIER

Italian Exhibition Group Announces Partnership with Emerald Expositions at PREMIER

Additional Pavilion Strengthens 2019 Launch 

During Las Vegas Jewelry Market Week

Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) recently announced that they are joining Emerald Expositions at The Las Vegas Convention Center for the launch of PREMIER in 2019. IEG is the organizer of approximately 60 events, including the VICENZORO shows, as well as pavilions at other US-based trade events, and they will showcase a significant pavilion of
Italian Made jewelry from some of the most highly regarded Italian brands and manufacturers in the world. The addition of these mainstay exhibitors to PREMIER, along with the show’s co-location with AGTA GemFair™ Las Vegas and the Las Vegas Antique Jewelry and Watch Show, further distinguishes the Las Vegas Convention Center as a destination venue during Las Vegas Jewelry Market Week.

“We are delighted that the Italian Exhibition Group is joining us for the launch of  PREMIER,”  said Drew Lawsky, Group Show Director, Emerald Expositions. “The landscape has changed in Las Vegas, and based on the enthusiastic feedback we’ve been receiving from our manufacturers and brands, we’re confident that PREMIER will provide the market with the alternative environment it is seeking. IEG’s commitment to our event will serve to augment our already robust presence at The Las Vegas Convention Center, and will have substantial draw among the type of qualified, motivated buyers that all three shows are seeking.”

“Italian Exhibition Group has an established reputation for creating opportunities for Italian
companies in one of their most important markets, the United States,” explains Gannon
Brousseau, Senior Vice President of Emerald Expositions. “We are thrilled that IEG has
determined that joining PREMIER in Las Vegas is an opportunity that will enhance the success of their brands, as well as strengthen their position within the overall jewelry landscape.”

"For the Italian Exhibition Group, this new partnership with a fair organiser of the size and calibre of Emerald Expositions LLC is a most exciting development,” stated Marco Carniello, Director of IEG's Jewelry & Fashion Division. “Not only does it strengthen our  presence in the international jewellery sector, but it provides a range of new opportunities for ‘Made in Italy’ in the critically important U.S. market.”

In January of this year, AGTA announced their decision to partner with Emerald Expositions during The Las Vegas Antique Jewelry and Watch Show. Based on the solidity of both exhibitors and attendees at both of these long-standing shows, as well as on-going demand from the JA New York Community to host an event in Las Vegas, Emerald Expositions announced the launch of PREMIER. To be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, May 31-June 4, 2019, PREMIER will feature an extensive selection of established fine jewelry manufacturers and brands, emerging designers and timepieces in one convenient, easy-to-shop venue. The addition of a robust Italian Pavilion, organized by IEG, who has consolidated experience in the jewelry sector as well as international market position, serves as the perfect complement to existing strategic initiatives.



About PREMIER:
PREMIER is a soon-to-be-launched, business-to-business fine jewelry trade event to take place at the Las Vegas Convention Center beginning in 2019. Catering to both established manufacturers and brands, timepieces and emerging designer talent, PREMIER will be co-located with The Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show and the AGTA GemFair™ Las Vegas.

PREMIER is owned by Emerald Expositions, a leading operator of business-to-business trade shows in the United States. The company currently operates more than 55 trade shows, as well as numerous other face-to-face events. In 2017, Emerald’s events connected over 500,000 global attendees and exhibitors and occupied more than 6.9 million NSF of exhibition space.

https://www.emeraldexpositions.com/industrysectors/jewelry/

Heritage Filigree Jewelry Brand - Eleuterio

Heritage Filigree Jewelry Brand Eleuterio

Made US Debut at COUTURE

Heritage filigree jewelry maker Eleuterio made its US debut at COUTURE 2018 earlier this year in a strategic effort to continue expanding the Portuguese brand’s global footprint.

Founded in 1925, Eleuterio has always specialized in the art of handmade gold filigree jewelry,  an ancient technique which the company has perfected.

The company’s workshops were first  founded in 1925 in Travassos,  a northern region of Portugal known for its strong handcraft traditions in jewelry making.

The company’s namesake, Eleuterio Antunes, moved to preserve the traditional filigree jewelry craft techniques during a time when mass production and casting nearly made such precious skills extinct.

Efforts by other firms to replicate the look of filigree with new casting methods inevitably impacted the quality and finesse of the jewels and could not compare to the fine traditional  hand-worked pieces produced by the artisans of Eleuterio.

Today, Eleuterio remains honored to preserve, promote, and perpetuate the unique art of handmade filigree jewelry making which has endured in Portugal for more than 5,000 years.

Eleuterio and its workshops remain rooted in Northern Portugal where the company first began, led by the third generation of the Eleuterio family, Rosa and Luis Antunes.

All Eleuterio filigree jewelry pieces are inherently unique, exhibiting the slight differences that speak of the skilled craftsman’s hand.

Eleuterio’s collections span from contemporary to classic aesthetic influences, from traditional Portuguese motifs to Art Deco designs and organic floral designs.

Each crafted of the highest quality, the diverse yet refined filigree jewelry collections reflect the global soul of this haute, heritage jewelry brand.

Eleuterio chose  COUTURE 2018 as a step towards further global expansion, selecting the elite show as the ideal venue to reintroduce the fine art of Portuguese filigree jewelry to the United States and beyond.

About Eleuterio:Established in 1925, heritage filigree jewelry brand Eleuterio was founded in 1925, specializing in gold filigree jewelry of the highest quality. Located in Northern Portugal, the brand and workshops remain owned and operated by the third generation of the Eleuterio family, Rosa, and Luis Antunes.  Preserving and protecting a vital Portuguese ancestral tradition, the artisans of Eleuterio hand-make each filigree piece with delicate lace-like gold threads using techniques that date back over 5000 years.

Today, Eleuterio skillfully reinterprets this traditional filigree art into a contemporary,  globally inspired filigree collection crafted in gold and diamonds, available throughout Portugal and beyond.

http://www.eleuteriojewels.com

PANTONE ANNOUNCES 2019 COLOR OF THE YEAR! LIVING CORAL... #ColorOfTheYear

According to Pantone: "Vibrant, yet mellow PANTONE 16-1546 Living Coral embraces us with warmth and nourishment to provide comfort and buoyancy in our continually shifting environment.

In reaction to the onslaught of digital technology and social media increasingly embedding into daily life, we are seeking authentic and immersive experiences that enable connection and intimacy. Sociable and spirited, the engaging nature of PANTONE 16-1546 Living Coral welcomes and encourages lighthearted activity. Symbolizing our innate need for optimism and joyful pursuits, PANTONE 16-1546 Living Coral embodies our desire for playful expression.

Representing the fusion of modern life, PANTONE Living Coral is a nurturing color that appears in our natural surroundings and at the same time, displays a lively presence within social media.

PANTONE 16-1546 Living Coral emits the desired, familiar, and energizing aspects of color found in nature. In its glorious, yet unfortunately more elusive, display beneath the sea, this vivifying and effervescent color mesmerizes the eye and mind. Lying at the center of our naturally vivid and chromatic ecosystem, PANTONE Living Coral is evocative of how coral reefs provide shelter to a diverse kaleidoscope of color."

Pantone also offers color palettes that will work with Living Coral...

About Pantone Color of the YearFor 20 years, Pantone’s Color of the Year has influenced product development and purchasing decisions in multiple industries, including fashion, home furnishings, and industrial design, as well as product, packaging, and graphic design.

The Color of the Year selection process requires thoughtful consideration and trend analysis. To arrive at the selection each year, Pantone’s color experts at the Pantone Color Institute comb the world looking for new color influences. This can include the entertainment industry and films in production, traveling art collections and new artists, fashion, all areas of design, popular travel destinations, as well as new lifestyles, playstyles, and socio-economic conditions. Influences may also stem from new technologies, materials, textures, and effects that impact color, relevant social media platforms and even upcoming sporting events that capture worldwide attention.

About The Pantone Color Institute™The Pantone Color Institute is the business unit within Pantone that highlights top seasonal runway colors, forecasts global color trends, and advises companies on color for product and brand visual identity. Through seasonal trend forecasts, color psychology, and color consulting, the Pantone Color Institute partners with global brands to leverage the power, psychology, and emotion of color in their design strategy.

https://www.pantone.com

Art of the Jewel: The Crevoshay Collection at the Natural History Museum of LA County

Art of the Jewel:  The Crevoshay Collection

Opening December 7, 2018

Journey through the masterpieces of jewelry designer Paula Crevoshay, as we witness the transformation from mineral to gem to jewel. The Gem and Mineral Vault at NHM will feature over 50 luxurious pieces of jewelry—including earrings, bracelets, and brooches—made of California tourmaline, Montana sapphire, moonstone, pearl, and black diamond, among others. Inspired by Crevoshay's passion for art, science, and the natural world, the jewelry takes the form of plants, animals, and insects, including orchids, butterflies, spiders, and more. Discover the natural process of mineral creation, the characteristics that define a gem, and the art that transforms them into elegant jewels. 

Paula Crevoshay

Known as the "Queen of Color," Paula Crevoshay is a renowned artist and jewelry designer. Her deep understanding of mineralogy, gemology, and the art of carving and cutting stone transforms raw minerals into luxurious jewelry.  

Paula is in town and posing with her banner sign...

Tiancheng International Jewellery and Jadeite Autumn Auction, December 2nd

Tiancheng International Jewellery and Jadeite
Autumn Auction 2018


Preview:  28 November – 1 December 
Auction:  2 December

Tiancheng International Jewellery and Jadeite Autumn Auction will take place on 2 December, offering nearly 240 lots of iridescent coloured gemstones, diamonds and jadeite. Leading the auction is a 29.53-Carat D Colour Internally Flawless Diamond. Apart from the most desirable colour and clarity grading, this important piece of Type IIa quality also boasts the highest chemical purity and transparency, making it the epitome of rarity and refinement. The sale also highlights a 3.74-Carat Natural Fancy Intense Pink Internally Flawless Diamond by Harry Winston which displays an exuberant character with its ravishing pink hue.

This season, we are offering a wealth of options from all around the world for our discerning clientele. In addition to a selection of exquisite stones and masterpieces by renowned jewellery houses such as Cartier, Graff, and Van Cleef & Arpels, there will be a wide array of unique design pieces, which promise to be a glitter galore for connoisseurs.

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#BrendaSmithJewelry #Holiday #TrunkShow at #HighlandDiamond

 

   

Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference Confirms Impressive Lineup of Speakers

Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference

Confirms Impressive Lineup of Speakers

 

The second annual Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference will take place October 19 – 20, 2018 at Columbia College, Chicago Cinema Row, 1104 S Wabash Avenue, Chicago, Illinois. (https://www.chiresponsiblejewelryconference.com/) 

The CRJ is an international jewelry industry conference with a mission to further the movement of ‘Responsible Jewelry’, presented in partnership between Susan Wheeler and Ethical Metalsmiths.

This year’s conference promises to be informative and educational, with an impressive lineup of presenters and panelists. Mark Hanna, Chief Marketing Officer, Richline Group (a Berkshire Hathaway Company) and a responsible sourcing industry leader, will kick off the event as Keynote. 

Mr. Hanna believes in an inclusive path to jewelry industry responsibility that focuses on a collaboration of effort between both larger corporations and individuals in our field.

“Richline Group’s objective is to share with, and learn from others throughout the industry, with the goal of increasing transparency and responsible sourcing and ultimately growing consumer confidence in all industry products,” stated Hanna. “I’m happy to support initiatives like the CRJ which bring together a community of like-minded industry players eager to make a positive difference.”

Other confirmed speakers/presenters to date include representatives from NGOs such as IMPACT and Papassword jewelry industry organizations including GIA, RJC, Fairmined, and FairLux; industry responsible sourcing consultants and resources such as The Dragonfly Initiative and UL, and government representatives from the US Department of State and academics from the University of Delaware’s Minerals, Materials and Society program. Representatives from gemstone companies that focus on responsibly and ethically sourced stones will also be presenting. Schedule Follows.

Joia Consulting, LLC 760-525-9393 info@joiaconsulting.com

Mr. Yianni Melas will close the conference. Mr. Melas is a passionate pioneer in all aspects of responsible jewelry sourcing. Known as the “Gem Explorer”, he’s a gem dealer whose world travels and commitment to the people in the mines are an inspiration to many in the jewelry industry.

New to this year’s conference will be invited, vetted vendors who will be on-site with responsible gemstones and diamonds for sale to the trade.

Individual and Two Day Passes are available:      https://www.chiresponsiblejewelryconference.com/register.html

Your support is needed! Become a sponsor of the Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference today by contacting Susan Wheeler at susanwheelerdesign@me.com 

or tel: +1-312-968-6643.

The Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference 2018 schedule:

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- Friday, October 19th

9:00-9:15 Opening: Susan Wheeler 

9:15-10:00 Keynote: Mark Hanna, Richline Group.

Mark will be addressing Trust Chain in his Keynote

10:05-10:50: Columbia Gold Mining: Rolberto Alvarez, Owner at the Mina Gualconda, Colombia 

Rolberto’s presentation will be about the journey of his family's gold mine in Colombia away from the use of mercury and into Fairmined certification

10:55-12:10 The Gem Cutting Panel

Moderator: Eric Braunwart, Columbia Gem House

Brandee Dallow, North America Business Development Consultant, Responsible Jewelry Council 

Maarten de Witte, American Diamond Cutter

Dharmendra Tank, Heeralal Chhagganlal Tank

Patricia Mweene, Inonge Zita Zambian Gemstones

Rachel Hill, Americut Gems

12:10-1:30 Brown Bag Lunch and Break Out Session

Mark Hannah, Trust Chain For All! 

1:35-2:40 Joshua Read, Dragonfly Initiative 

2:40-3:15 Gem Boutique open and networking

3:15-5:00 Movie Premiere, River of Gold: Official Trailer, Followed by a Q&A

Question and Answer to follow with Sarah duPont, Founder & President

Amazon Aid Foundation

Susan Egan Keane, Senior Director Natural Resources Defense Council

Nigel Pitman, Ecologist, Field Museum

5:00-6 cocktails on site

- Saturday, October 20th

9:00-9:45 Coffee and Gem Boutique open and networking

9:45-10:45 Jewelry Designer Panel

Moderator: Alexandra Hart, President Ethical Metalsmiths and Designer/goldsmith

Jennifer Dawes, Jennifer Dawes Design

Francesco Belloni, Ethical Jewels Store in Milan, Italy

Anna Bario, Bario Neal 

10:50-11:35 Joanne Lebert, IMPACT

11:40-12:25 Glenn Lehre, The Colourful Life Foundation

Breaking Age-Old Economic & Social Boundaries: Training low income women in Jaipur to be Gem Cutters.

With vision, we can make a difference in the world. A very successful businessman in Jaipur, India had a vision where he wanted to educated every child in the Slums of Jaipur. Through his commitment, personal resources and the financial help of the Jaipur community, along with our Foundation, (Colourful Life Foundation, U.K.) this visionary businessman was able to fund 9 individual schools where children who normally could not have received a quality education to come and learn from Grades 1-6. Starting with this vision and directly supporting the schools, The Colorful Life Foundation, based in the United Kingdom also saw a direct opportunity to build and support the gem cutting community in Jaipur. Our foundation offered the mothers of these children who are attending the schools, to come at the same time and receive training in gemstone faceting and eventually being able to be employed in the Jaipur local gem cutting industry. In the not so distant past, this would have not been possible for women of this economic class to receive training of this caliber in the local gem industry. It would have been reserved for only the men of the community. The presentation is about the vision, the training and how this is making a difference in the community where many in the West manufacture gemstones and jewelry.

12:25-1:30 Lunch and Break Out session, Gem Boutique Open and Networking

Patricia Syvrud and Elizabeth Orlando, The Jewelry Development Index, 

Toby Pomeroy, The mercury Free Mining Challenge

1:30-2:30 The Gemstone Mining Panel, 

Moderator: Monica Stephenson 

Stuart Pool, Ninteen48, Rubyfair, Crown Gems and co-founder Fair Luxury

(The other panel members are to be confirmed)

2:35-3:20 Robert Weldon, GIA

The Rough Gem Guide for Artisanal Miners: Building Value for Miners in Tanzania

The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) developed a mostly pictorial guide for artisanal miners to analyze and classify the gem rough that they mine. The goal of the guide is to help miners identify value factors in rough and to provide them with tools to better negotiate value when they sell to brokers and other buyers. The booklet, written in Swahili, was distributed to Tanzanian miners together with a small, translucent tray to help them sort material and determine value factors. GIA contracted with Washington D.C.- based Pact to identify ideal mining communities in Tanzania that could benefit from the training, booklet, and tray. Over the past two years, the booklet and training program was distributed to important mining areas in Tanzania. With Pact as an important partner, GIA’s booklet has reached and benefitted approximately 1000 gem miners in the country.

3:20-4:05 Gem Boutique Open and Networking

4:05-4:50 Yianni Melas, The Gem Explorer, Greece 

5:00-6:00 Cocktails and Vendors