Tag: economy

5 Things to know about Travelling with Jewellery

September and October is jewellery show season in the US and Asia. This is the time of the year that many people in the jewellery industry take to the skies carrying jewellery with them. This can be one of the…

The Diamond Crisis…Nearly 100 Years In The Making

Virtually every trade publication or blog is talking about the diamond crisis. Prices are plummeting and demand is falling across all levels of the industry. Companies in default, bankruptcy and closing doors are becoming all too common. From the mines…

8 Tips for surviving an economic downturn

Once again the jewellery industry is faced with a diminished market due to an economic downturn.  As money gets tight, jewellery buying is one of the first things consumers abandon.  After all, jewellery is a luxury and not a necessity. …