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                                                  Coming Tuesday – Sotheby’s Paris Fine Jewels Auction

                                                  A selection of chic, wearable jewelry goes on the block at Sotheby’s Paris this coming Tuesday, March 21st, in a two part sale featuring 347 lots. Of particular note in this sale are pieces incorporating natural pearls.

                                                  Post Author:By Amber Michelle
                                                  March 17, 2023
                                                  Miss Universe crown
                                                  Photo credit: Mouawad
                                                  News / Events / Opinion / IGI Classroom / For Consumers / For Professionals

                                                  Tonight: Miss Universe will wear this $6M crown

                                                  The 71st Miss Universe competition occurs this evening in New Orleans, Louisiana. The event will showcase almost 90 women from around the world, vying for the job of Miss Universe. The champion of this year's event will wear a crown created by Lebanese Jeweler Fred Mouawad, valued at nearly $6 million.

                                                  Post Author:By Angi Butler
                                                  January 14, 2023
                                                  IGI Expressions Competition
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                                                  December 31 Deadline! Win $500, Recognition, More…

                                                  The IGI Expressions™ Jewelry Design Competition will accept submissions through this Saturday December 31, 2022. All entries must be uploaded by the end of this calendar year to be considered for one of nine grand prizes of $500, design fabrication, press coverage and more.

                                                  Post Author:By IGI
                                                  December 28, 2022
                                                  IGI Expressions Competition
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                                                  IGI Extends Opportunity to Win $500, Recognition & More

                                                  The IGI Expressions™ Jewelry Design Competition is now accepting submissions through December 31, 2022. The organizers granted this extension, recognizing how busy the jewelry industry becomes during the holiday season.

                                                  Post Author:By IGI
                                                  November 26, 2022
                                                  IGI Expressions Jurist Donna Hourani
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                                                  IGI Expressions Jury Spotlight: Donna Hourani

                                                  Donna Hourani’s exquisite jewelry has a focus on minimal, feminine designs that easily transition from day to night. Her journey to jewelry design included earning a BA in Interior Architecture and experience in both art and dance, as well as formal training in gemology.

                                                  Post Author:By IGI
                                                  November 25, 2022
                                                  Laksh Pahuja
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                                                  IGI Expressions Jury Spotlight: Laksh Pahuja

                                                  Laksh Pahuja is a name synonymous with unusual jewelry. An innovative designer from Mumbai, India, his creative designs are known for capturing the minds and hearts of professionals and enthusiasts alike.

                                                  Post Author:By IGI
                                                  November 23, 2022
                                                  IGI Expressions Jurist Sheikha Dalia Zaal Al Maari
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                                                  IGI Expressions Jury Spotlight: Sheikha Dalia Zaal Al Marri

                                                  Sheikha Dalia Zaal Al Maari is a Dubai based, Emirati artist and an alumni of the IGI School of Gemology, Middle East. Coming from a professional background in the Aviation & Tourism industries, Sheikha Dalia found her true calling in jewelry design.

                                                  Post Author:By IGI
                                                  November 17, 2022
                                                  IGI Expressions Jurist Varuna D Jani
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                                                  IGI Expressions Jury Spotlight: Varuna D Jani

                                                  It’s been over ten years since Varuna D Jani burst onto the Indian jewelry scene with a fresh, modern aesthetic. One thing hasn’t changed, though, and that is her quest to surprise and delight her customers from the moment they walk in through the door.

                                                  Post Author:By IGI
                                                  November 12, 2022
                                                  IGI Expressions Jurist Kyle Roderick
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                                                  IGI Expressions Jury Spotlight: Kyle Roderick

                                                  Kyle Roderick is a jewelry industry influencer and journalist for Forbes.com, Rapaport, NouvelleBox and other influential media outlets. Her Instagram account @bijouxreview has nearly 100,000 followers.

                                                  Post Author:By IGI
                                                  November 10, 2022
                                                  IGI Expressions Jurist Chris Ploof
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                                                  IGI Expressions Jury Spotlight: Chris Ploof

                                                  Chris Ploof specializes in unique, hand-forged pieces made with distinctive metals paired with the ancient art of Mokume Gane. Each of the rings he creates boasts its own unique pattern. His pendants, bracelets, earrings and other accessories represent an array of distinctive, sustainable choices for modern jewelry lovers.

                                                  Post Author:By IGI
                                                  November 5, 2022
                                                  IGI Expressions Jurist
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                                                  IGI Expressions Jury Spotlight: Sarah Francois-Poncet

                                                  Sarah François-Poncet is a US national who has lived half her life outside of the United States. For 11 years Sarah was the Global General Counsel for Chanel, after having been Secretary General of Chanel's companies in France.

                                                  Post Author:By IGI
                                                  November 3, 2022
                                                  IGI Expressions 2022
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                                                  Announcing the 2022 IGI Expressions Design Competition

                                                  IGI is again calling upon the world’s creatives to step forward and contribute. Starting next week submissions will be accepted for the 2022  IGI Expressions™ Jewelry Excellence Awards. Provided free of charge, this opportunity to share and celebrate talent is open to jewelers, designers, students, teachers, and fans alike.

                                                  Post Author:By IGI
                                                  October 28, 2022
                                                  Prada Eternal Gold Collection
                                                  Photo credit: Prada
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                                                  Prada Introduces Recycled ‘Eternal Gold’ Collection

                                                  Italian luxury fashion house Prada has entered the fine jewelry market with 'Eternal Gold,' a collection made entirely of recycled gold, processed according to standards set by the Responsible Jewelry Council.

                                                  Post Author:By Angi Butler
                                                  October 14, 2022
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                                                  IGI GemBlog Ranked in Feedspot’s Top 10

                                                  The IGI GemBlog has earned a top position among thousands of blogs and websites, ranked by traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness according to Feedspot, the internet's largest human-curated database of bloggers.

                                                  Post Author:By IGI
                                                  September 28, 2022
                                                  Necklace: Bonhams London Jewels 2022
                                                  Photo credit: Bonhams
                                                  News / Events / IGI Classroom / For Consumers / For Professionals

                                                  Graff Emeralds Smash Bonhams’ Auction Estimates

                                                  An emerald and diamond necklace created by Graff exceeded its presale estimate by more than five times at Bonhams' 2022 London Jewels auction. A pair of emerald and diamond earrings also smashed expectations, quadrupling their estimated value.

                                                  Post Author:By Angi Butler
                                                  September 24, 2022
                                                  Heritage Auction Jewelry
                                                  Photo credit: Heritage Auctions
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                                                  Bid now: Texas Heiress’ Jewelry to Benefit Nonprofits

                                                  During her 91 years of life Mary Anne Sammons Cree supported many Dallas causes, including the Opera, Art Museum, Symphony, United Way and Girl Scouts, among others. After passing in July, her generous spirit will continue to benefit others, and you can participate.

                                                  Post Author:By Angi Butler
                                                  September 3, 2022
                                                  Golden Concept Apple Watch Diamond Edition
                                                  Photo credit: Golden Concept
                                                  News / IGI Classroom / For Consumers / For Professionals

                                                  Apple Watch Case with 443 Diamonds. Only 7 Available.

                                                  Apple Watches count your steps and unlock your car but don't catch the eye like a Rolex or Patek Philippe flashing on your wrist. Swedish accessory maker Golden Concept will help a few Apple enthusiasts bridge that gap with a new Apple Watch case adorned with 443 diamonds.

                                                  Post Author:By Angi Butler
                                                  August 31, 2022
                                                  Rams SuperBowl LVI Championship Ring
                                                  Photo credit: Brevin Townsell / LA Rams
                                                  News / IGI Classroom / For Consumers / For Professionals

                                                  Rams NFL Championship Ring sets 20.00 ctw Record

                                                  Earlier this year the Los Angeles Rams became the second NFL franchise in history to win a SuperBowl being hosted in their home stadium. Rams players, team leadership and Luxury Jeweler Jason of Beverly Hills collaborated to create a uniquely commemorative championship ring.

                                                  Post Author:By John Pollard
                                                  August 16, 2022
                                                  Van Cleef & Arpels
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                                                  News / Opinion / IGI Classroom / For Consumers / For Professionals

                                                  Legend Of Diamonds by Van Cleef & Arpels, Chapter 5

                                                  Van Cleef & Arpels combined an exceptional rough diamond with state of the art planning and inspiring jewelry design to create 25 stunning mystery set pieces, all with diamonds cut from the same rough stone.

                                                  Post Author:By John Pollard
                                                  August 13, 2022
                                                  Van Cleef & Arpels
                                                  Photo credit: Van Cleef & Arpels
                                                  News / Opinion / IGI Classroom / For Consumers / For Professionals

                                                  Legend Of Diamonds by Van Cleef & Arpels, Chapter 4

                                                  Van Cleef & Arpels combined an exceptional rough diamond with state of the art planning and inspiring jewelry design to create 25 stunning mystery set pieces, all with diamonds cut from the same rough stone.

                                                  Post Author:By John Pollard
                                                  August 6, 2022
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