Special Report, Part 3: A Visit to Jewelmer’s Pearl Farms in the Philippines
This post is a continuation from Monday’s Part 2; JCK visited the Jewelmer pearl farms—some of which were hit by Typhoon Haiyan—earlier this...
Special Report, Part II: A Visit to Jewelmer’s Pearl Farms in the Philippines
This post is a continuation from Friday's Part 1; JCK visited the Jewelmer pearl farms—some of which were hit by Typhoon Haiyan—earlier this...
Special Report, Part 1: A Visit to Jewelmer’s Pearl Farms in the Philippines
Many pearl enthusiasts have some idea of where the lustrous gems come from—beyond a jeweler’s showcase—but it’s rare to actually see farms...
CPAA Announces Winners of 2013–14 International Pearl Design Contest
The Cultured Pearl Association of America, Inc., based in Providence, R.I., announced the winners of its 2013–14 International Pearl Design Contest...
3 Reasons to Get Excited About Colored Stones This Fall
This is the second year in a row that I’m missing the media viewing of the Spectrum and Cutting Edge Award winners at Manhattan’s Ramscale...
This Fall’s 5 Can’t-Miss Jewelry Exhibits
If you find yourself in New York City, San Francisco, London, or Paris this fall, make a beeline to these exhibits, which will remind you of the...
New Pearl Treatment Causes Permanent Damage, Says Lab
The trade is being warned to be on the lookout for a new pearl coating treatment that damages the gems’ surface—possibly permanently.The Swiss...
Get to Know Martin Bernstein
Chicago-based jewelry designer, Martin Bernstein, uses spaghetti-like compilations of tricolor gold chains to create sultry, organic-looking, and...
Style Spotlight: 7 New Golden Pearl Jewelry Designs
Gorgeous, golden-colored pearls are commanding more attention, and it’s not hard to see why. Their buttery-soft, honey-kissed surfaces are a warm...
Jewelers & Pets: Tiffany Peay’s Golden Retriever Pup Inspires Pearl Dog Collar Line
Animals are like family to many in the industry. That’s why Jewelers & Pets is a new column for the Style 360 blog, and will highlight the...