Precious stones massively underperform precious metal prices

Diamonds are not an investor’s best friend. The chart below gives a picture of price movements over the past five years. You can see that diamond prices are up 20-40 per cent from the lows of 2009 – a low that lasted more than two years – but compare that to gold and silver over the same period.

If you're headed to Target for today's debut of the Jason Wu collection, don't overlook these wooden rings. They're not part of the Wu collection, but since Target will be a hot spot this weekend, why not check out all the fashionable finds?

Keep jewelry clean to retain its value

DECATUR - A new ring is sparkling and radiant, but the goal should be to ensure it stays that way.

Belgian diamonds shining bright in England

IN the build-up to today's Premier League match against Manchester United at Stamford Bridge, big spending Chelsea raised eyebrows by signing their third Red Devil in just over six months.

Love Pandora Jewelry 1.00

If you love everything about Pandora Jewelry, this app is for you. Weve collected tons of wallpaper images, videos and n...

UN 'blood diamond' group aims to salvage campaign

The new chief of the UN-sponsored Kimberley Process that aims to stop "blood diamonds" reaching market said she was in talks to regain support of a campaign group that recently quit the scheme.

Jeweler's killer gets two life prison terms

Arron Michael Smith guilty of John Lauseng's murder The second of three murder suspects was sentenced to two life prison terms plus 60 years on Friday for the armed robbery and shooting death of a popular jeweler in West Palm Beach, according to Palm Beach County State Attorney Michael McAuliffe.

De Beers hit by cheaper Zim diamonds

PRICES of rough diamonds from De Beers and Russia-based Alrosa last month took a knock in India’s diamond city of Surat, easing up to 10 percent, especially in the low range category, because of competition from Zimbabwe stones.

Diamonds are forever, but gold tipped roses, jewelry last a long time, too

DECATUR - Hoping to get your Valentine a piece of jewelry this year, but not sure in which direction to go? Here are some suggestions from local jewelers.

Jewelry store thieves fooled by cubic zirconia

Thieves thought they made a haul when they broke into a Long Lake jewelry store early Friday and made off with a bunch of wedding rings.

Exclusive Diamond Jeweler Announces Site Update

The popular custom diamond jeweler, Diamond Cutters Intl., has announced an update to their online website which features resources on how to buy a diamond for the general public. The new updates are intended to further their position as the leading diamond buying information resource online.Houston, TX (PRWEB) February 03, 2012 The leading online resource for people who want to buy a high ...

Why Marina And The Diamonds Is Pretty Much The Coolest Pop Star Ever

Marina & The Diamonds is the coolest pop star ever, guys. Read why.

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Jewelry maker finds her edge in nature's structure

When Megan Clark headed to art school, she didn't intend to become a jewelry designer, much less a self-employed one by the age of 26, but she's grateful for the twists and turns in her path.

BUSINESS BEAT: Deviant Diamonds Downtown; Got An Idea?; Rite Wellness

Those who venture inside the recently opened Deviant Design Group Diamonds on Elm Avenue won't find a typical jewelry store - rather, DDG offers custom-designed, one-of-a-kind jewelry in an edgier set

Diamonds? The Stage Is This Girl’s Best Friend

Carol Channing is 91 going on 7. That is meant as a compliment. Carol Channing celebrating her 90th birthday in a scene from the documentary “Carol Channing: Larger Than Life.”

Home invasion targets jeweler, but gunmen leave empty-handed

HOUSTON—Frank Lendvai escaped from communist Hungary and set up shop as a master jeweler in northwest Harris County way back in 1978. His small storefront, Legacy Jewelers, has been a fixture on FM 1960 for decades, so he takes pride in his neighborhood. “This is my hometown,” he said. “I live here for forty years.” Robbers and burglars have occasionally targeted his store, but he’s never had ...

Jewelry Television Opens Doors to Knoxville Chamber

More than 250 guests get first public behind-the-scenes look at home shopping network headquartersKnoxville, Tenn. (PRWEB) February 01, 2012 Jewelry Television® (JTV), the nation’s largest shopping network dedicated exclusively to the sale of fine jewelry and gemstones, recently hosted members of the Knoxville Chamber of Commerce for a Business After Hours networking event. Held Tuesday Jan. 31 ...

Petra Diamonds - Trading Update - Six Months ended 31 December 2011

1 February 2012 LSE: PDL Petra Diamonds Limited ("Petra" or the "Company" or the "Group") Trading Update - Six Months ended 31 December 2011 Production increased by 64% ...

Diamonds men’s club plans to open in former Diva’s location

Consultant Jimmy Ellis of Mobile Alabama sits on one of two satellie stages at the yet to be opened Diamond's Gentleman's Club on Harlow Street in Bangor on Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2012. Diamond's will be taking over the space formerly occupied by Diva’'s Gentleman’s Club.

Jeweler uses high-tech and basic techniques in designs

Bob Lynn of Lynn's Jewelry Studio in Ventura uses state-of-the-art computer tools combined with old-fashioned casting and hammering to create pieces.

Valentine's Day Jewelry Savings

NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- With over 10000 jewelry pieces, crafted in silver and gold such engagement diamond ring , JewelryAffairs.com is the online source for customers to find the ...

Jewelry Gifts This Valentine’s Day—Beth Devine Designs Offers Advice for Selecting Great Gifts for Her

Beth Devine Designs, an online retailer for handmade designer jewelry offers tips for selecting jewelry gifts and has announced their most popular gift choices for Valentine’s Day.Deerfield Beach, FL (PRWEB) January 31, 2012 Along with flowers and chocolate, jewelry is among the most favored choices for Valentine’s Day gift-giving. Handmade jewelry designer Beth Devine offers a few tips for ...

Jeweler James Avery reflects on his 90 years

Jeweler James Avery reflects on his 90 years Express-News Copyright 2012 Express-News. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Published 12:05 a.m., Sunday, January 29, 2012 SAN ANTONIO (AP) — When members of Kerrville's Art in Public Places program went looking for an artist whose work would represent the city and the surrounding Hill ...

Diamonds stolen from slain jeweler still missing

The $300,000 cache of diamonds a former West Haven man is accused of stealing from a Westport jeweler he shot and killed in December were missing when he was arrested last week in Barcelona, Spain.

Jeweler found the perfect setting for a career

If he'd been born in a different generation, Walter Childress says, he might have been a comput

Suspect in murder of Connecticut jeweler found hanged in Spanish jail cell

An American man accused of killing a jewelry store owner in Connecticut and stealing $300,000 in diamonds before fleeing to Europe was found hanged in his prison cell in Spain, authorities said.

Report: Suspect in Conn. jeweler murder kills self

A man suspected of killing a jeweler in the tony town of Westport, Conn., last month and stealing $300,000 in diamonds has killed himself in a Spanish prison, according to reports.

Spanish police arrest suspect in shooting of Conn. jeweler

A man suspected of killing a jeweler in the tony town of Westport, Conn., last month and stealing $300,000-worth of diamonds has been arrested in Spain, federal authorities said. Andrew Robert Levene, 41, was charged Tuesday with shooting and killing Yekutiel Zeevi, 65, at …

Small Talk: Jeweler Cindi Rottermond works with Make-a-Wish

Rottermond Jewelers, a family-owned business has been finding ways to help out charitable causes for years.