Only Watch Charity Timepiece Auction Raises $6.85 Million

The fifth edition of the biennial Only Watch auction held September 28 at the Hermitage Hotel in Monaco raised a record of more than 5 million euros (more than $6.85 million), with all proceeds benefiting research for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. 

You can view all the watches from the auction by following this link.

The auction, part of the Monaco Yacht Show, attracted competitive bidding from China, Belgium, Switzerland, Kazakhstan, the United States, Monaco and many other parts of the world, according to the statement from Antiquorum Auctioneers, one of the event organizers. The other organizers were Association Monegasque Contre les Myopathies, the Monaco Yacht Show and the 33 watch brands who created one-of-a-kind timepieces for the event. Also up for bid was a selection of 14 vintage champagne bottles from Lanson. 

Participating watch brands were: Backes & Strauss, Bell & Ross, Blancpain, Breguet, Chanel, Chopard, Chronoswiss, Christophe Claret, Corum, Cyrus, deLaCour, De Bethune, DeWitt, Frédérique Constant, Girard Perregaux, Harry Winston, Hublot, Ikepod, Jaquet Droz, Julien Coudray, Laurent Ferrier, Louis Vuitton, Maurice Lacroix, Montblanc,  Patek Philippe, Piaget, Richard Mille, Roger Dubuis, Armin Strom, Ulysse Nardin, Vacheron Constantin, Van Cleef & Arpels and Zenith.

The auction was preceded with a worldwide preview that made stops in Tokyo, Singapore, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing, New York City, Geneva and finally at the world renowned Monaco Yacht  Show.

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The fifth edition of the biennial Only Watch auction held September 28 at the Hermitage Hotel in Monaco raised a record of more than 5 million euros (more than $6.85 million), with all proceeds benefiting research for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. 

You can view all the watches from the auction by following this link.

The auction, part of the Monaco Yacht Show, attracted competitive bidding from China, Belgium, Switzerland, Kazakhstan, the United States, Monaco and many other parts of the world, according to the statement from Antiquorum Auctioneers, one of the event organizers. The other organizers were Association Monegasque Contre les Myopathies, the Monaco Yacht Show and the 33 watch brands who created one-of-a-kind timepieces for the event. Also up for bid was a selection of 14 vintage champagne bottles from Lanson. 

Participating watch brands were: Backes & Strauss, Bell & Ross, Blancpain, Breguet, Chanel, Chopard, Chronoswiss, Christophe Claret, Corum, Cyrus, deLaCour, De Bethune, DeWitt, Frédérique Constant, Girard Perregaux, Harry Winston, Hublot, Ikepod, Jaquet Droz, Julien Coudray, Laurent Ferrier, Louis Vuitton, Maurice Lacroix, Montblanc,  Patek Philippe, Piaget, Richard Mille, Roger Dubuis, Armin Strom, Ulysse Nardin, Vacheron Constantin, Van Cleef & Arpels and Zenith.

The auction was preceded with a worldwide preview that made stops in Tokyo, Singapore, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing, New York City, Geneva and finally at the world renowned Monaco Yacht  Show.

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Found: Long Lost Gems From Plane Crash on Mont Blanc

A French mountain climber scaling Mont Blanc came upon gems worth approximately $333,000, according to reports in The Guardian and other publications.

The precious stones almost certainly belonged to someone on one of two Air India flights that crashed into the famous mountain in 1950 and 1996, according to the reports. A total of 165 people were killed in those two crashes.

The gems, around 100, were found neatly packed in bags that were marked, “Made in India,” according to The Guardian report. The mountain climber immediately turned the stones over to local French authorities.

At 15,781 feet, Mont Blanc, which borders France and Italy, is the highest mountain in the Alps and the European Union. The summit is ascended by an average 20,000 mountaineer-tourists each year. 

A special thank you to independent jewelry designer, Etienne Perret, for altering me to this story.

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A French mountain climber scaling Mont Blanc came upon gems worth approximately $333,000, according to reports in The Guardian and other publications.

The precious stones almost certainly belonged to someone on one of two Air India flights that crashed into the famous mountain in 1950 and 1996, according to the reports. A total of 165 people were killed in those two crashes.

The gems, around 100, were found neatly packed in bags that were marked, “Made in India,” according to The Guardian report. The mountain climber immediately turned the stones over to local French authorities.

At 15,781 feet, Mont Blanc, which borders France and Italy, is the highest mountain in the Alps and the European Union. The summit is ascended by an average 20,000 mountaineer-tourists each year. 

A special thank you to independent jewelry designer, Etienne Perret, for altering me to this story.

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New Italian Jewelry Designs from VicenzaOro

The subtle differences of the two tones of gold color and the texture of the precious metal are the hallmarks of Anna Maria Cammilli. The simplicity of this nature-inspired motif is used throughout the collection in complicated ways. Diamond accents enhance the design.

The recently concluded VicenzaOro Fall jewelry tradeshow may have marked a turning point for the Italian jewelry industry, which has been suffering due to the global recession, the spike in gold prices and high labor costs.

The butterfly from Damiani uses yellow gold accented by brown and white diamonds, and amethysts. Each butterfly is made with a variety of material combinations and can be worn as a pendant, brooch or set onto a ring.

At this year’s show, held September 7 -11, approximately, 1,200 Italian and foreign brands from 30 countries presented a breadth of jewelry products to more than 18,000 buyers (10,879 from Italy and 7,160 from 111 other countries).

18k yellow gold cuff with diamond pavé accent by Chimento.

Show officials were particularly excited about the “return” of some Italian retailers, seeing it as “an encouraging sign considering the much-desired end of the most critical phase of the recession.”

A silver star-shaped ring with a white pearl by Mayumi.

The show numbers coincide with data from the Italian government reporting second quarter growth for Italian jewelry exports, after two years of decline. Growth was recorded in terms of value (6%) and quantity (2.6%) over the same period of the previous year. Exports to the US, the world’s largest jewelry market, increased 12 percent in value in the second quarter.

From Fope’s Flex’it collection, patented ‘roll on’ mesh chain bracelets are crafted in 18k gold and fully flexible, without clasps. The Niue line is designed with a refined version of the classic gold mesh, enriched with black or white diamonds, multiple rondels and limited edition pink sapphire or gold cognac diamond balls.

“Among the industry players there is an atmosphere of moderate confidence,” show officials said.

Rose gold bracelet in a flowing design partially covered with white diamond pave by I Gregori Milano.

VicenzaOro, held four times a year, serves as a showcase of beautiful objects that combine artistry, international fashion trends and technical knowhow. Italian fine jewelry in terms of design and craftsmanship is unparalleled in the world of jewelry making. On this level, the show did not disappoint.

Inspired by the Boboli Gardens this collection of handmade jewellery by Nouvelle Bague uses in gold and diamonds, combined with colored enamel.

Please join me on the Jewelry News Network Facebook Page, on Twitter @JewelryNewsNet and on the Forbes Web site.

Rings from Porrati with white pearls and rose gold; with pink sapphires set on rose gold; a rose gold ring; and a thin rose gold band set with pink sapphires.

 

I added a piece from Brazilian designer Carla Amorim who was inspired by the formation of sand dunes for these rose gold earrings.

The subtle differences of the two tones of gold color and the texture of the precious metal are the hallmarks of Anna Maria Cammilli. The simplicity of this nature-inspired motif is used throughout the collection in complicated ways. Diamond accents enhance the design.

The recently concluded VicenzaOro Fall jewelry tradeshow may have marked a turning point for the Italian jewelry industry, which has been suffering due to the global recession, the spike in gold prices and high labor costs.

The butterfly from Damiani uses yellow gold accented by brown and white diamonds, and amethysts. Each butterfly is made with a variety of material combinations and can be worn as a pendant, brooch or set onto a ring.

At this year’s show, held September 7 -11, approximately, 1,200 Italian and foreign brands from 30 countries presented a breadth of jewelry products to more than 18,000 buyers (10,879 from Italy and 7,160 from 111 other countries).

18k yellow gold cuff with diamond pavé accent by Chimento.

Show officials were particularly excited about the “return” of some Italian retailers, seeing it as “an encouraging sign considering the much-desired end of the most critical phase of the recession.”

A silver star-shaped ring with a white pearl by Mayumi.

The show numbers coincide with data from the Italian government reporting second quarter growth for Italian jewelry exports, after two years of decline. Growth was recorded in terms of value (6%) and quantity (2.6%) over the same period of the previous year. Exports to the US, the world’s largest jewelry market, increased 12 percent in value in the second quarter.

From Fope’s Flex’it collection, patented ‘roll on’ mesh chain bracelets are crafted in 18k gold and fully flexible, without clasps. The Niue line is designed with a refined version of the classic gold mesh, enriched with black or white diamonds, multiple rondels and limited edition pink sapphire or gold cognac diamond balls.

“Among the industry players there is an atmosphere of moderate confidence,” show officials said.

Rose gold bracelet in a flowing design partially covered with white diamond pave by I Gregori Milano.

VicenzaOro, held four times a year, serves as a showcase of beautiful objects that combine artistry, international fashion trends and technical knowhow. Italian fine jewelry in terms of design and craftsmanship is unparalleled in the world of jewelry making. On this level, the show did not disappoint.

Inspired by the Boboli Gardens this collection of handmade jewellery by Nouvelle Bague uses in gold and diamonds, combined with colored enamel.

Please join me on the Jewelry News Network Facebook Page, on Twitter @JewelryNewsNet and on the Forbes Web site.

Rings from Porrati with white pearls and rose gold; with pink sapphires set on rose gold; a rose gold ring; and a thin rose gold band set with pink sapphires.

 

I added a piece from Brazilian designer Carla Amorim who was inspired by the formation of sand dunes for these rose gold earrings.

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Sotheby’s To Sell ‘Most Valuable Diamond Ever to be Offered at Auction’

The 59.60 carat Pink Star may fetch $60 million.

Sotheby’s Geneva will offer a 59.60-carat internally flawless vivid pink diamond at its Magnificent Jewels sale on November 13. Known as The Pink Star, the auction house says it is the most valuable diamond ever to be offered at auction. It is estimated to sell for more than $60 million. For those counting that’s more than $1 million per carat.

The oval cut gem is the largest internally flawless fancy vivid pink diamond that the Gemological Institute of America has ever graded, the auction house said.

David Bennett, chairman of Sotheby’s Jewellery Division in Europe and the Middle East and chairman of Sotheby’s Switzerland, said the diamond is one of the most important gems he has ever seen in his 35-year career.
 

“Its exceptional richness of color … combined with its extraordinary size, are characteristics that surpass those of any known pink diamond in state, royal, or private collections,” he said. “It is difficult to exaggerate the rarity of vivid pink diamonds weighing only five carats, so this 59.60 carat stone is simply off any scale, and passes, I believe, into the ranks of the earth’s greatest natural treasures.”

The diamond is also graded as Type IIa, rare for a pink diamond of this size and color. Cut over a period of two years, The Pink Star is still more than twice the size of the Graff Pink—a 24.78-carat fancy intense pink diamond that established a world auction record for a diamond and any gemstone or jewel at $46.2 million, at Sotheby’s Geneva in 2010.

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The 59.60 carat Pink Star may fetch $60 million.

Sotheby’s Geneva will offer a 59.60-carat internally flawless vivid pink diamond at its Magnificent Jewels sale on November 13. Known as The Pink Star, the auction house says it is the most valuable diamond ever to be offered at auction. It is estimated to sell for more than $60 million. For those counting that’s more than $1 million per carat.

The oval cut gem is the largest internally flawless fancy vivid pink diamond that the Gemological Institute of America has ever graded, the auction house said.

David Bennett, chairman of Sotheby’s Jewellery Division in Europe and the Middle East and chairman of Sotheby’s Switzerland, said the diamond is one of the most important gems he has ever seen in his 35-year career.
 

“Its exceptional richness of color … combined with its extraordinary size, are characteristics that surpass those of any known pink diamond in state, royal, or private collections,” he said. “It is difficult to exaggerate the rarity of vivid pink diamonds weighing only five carats, so this 59.60 carat stone is simply off any scale, and passes, I believe, into the ranks of the earth’s greatest natural treasures.”

The diamond is also graded as Type IIa, rare for a pink diamond of this size and color. Cut over a period of two years, The Pink Star is still more than twice the size of the Graff Pink—a 24.78-carat fancy intense pink diamond that established a world auction record for a diamond and any gemstone or jewel at $46.2 million, at Sotheby’s Geneva in 2010.

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Fall Craft Fair Schedule 2013

It's the end of the year and now I have to get ready for the fall and Christmas fairs that I have coming up.  This weekend on Sat, Sept 28, I will be in Plainview,  New York at the Episcopal Church of St. Margaret. 10% of the profit from this fair goes to help local families in need.  Please come out and join me for a good cause. The church is located at 1000 Washington Avenue in Plainview New York. You can find them at http://www.stmargaretepiscopal.org/

On Saturday,  October 19th I return to Staten Island for the Fall Fair at the Reformed Church of Hugenot Park.  This is my third time at the church.  This church will have activities for kids of all ages and there will be tours of the church building which was founded in 1849!  It is located at 5475 Amboy Rd, Staten Island, NY 10312.  Visit their website at http://huguenotparkchurch.org/

I end with the 3rd annual Holiday Shopping Boutique in New Milford, NJ at the New Milford Public Library on Saturday, December 14.  This is one week before Christmas...so stop by for your last minute holiday gifts and stocking stuffer's!  The library is located at 200 Dahlia Avenue, New Milford, NJ.  You can visit their website at http://newmilford.bccls.org/

Come out and visit Feith Hodge Creations!!!!

  

It's the end of the year and now I have to get ready for the fall and Christmas fairs that I have coming up.  This weekend on Sat, Sept 28, I will be in Plainview,  New York at the Episcopal Church of St. Margaret. 10% of the profit from this fair goes to help local families in need.  Please come out and join me for a good cause. The church is located at 1000 Washington Avenue in Plainview New York. You can find them at http://www.stmargaretepiscopal.org/

On Saturday,  October 19th I return to Staten Island for the Fall Fair at the Reformed Church of Hugenot Park.  This is my third time at the church.  This church will have activities for kids of all ages and there will be tours of the church building which was founded in 1849!  It is located at 5475 Amboy Rd, Staten Island, NY 10312.  Visit their website at http://huguenotparkchurch.org/

I end with the 3rd annual Holiday Shopping Boutique in New Milford, NJ at the New Milford Public Library on Saturday, December 14.  This is one week before Christmas...so stop by for your last minute holiday gifts and stocking stuffer's!  The library is located at 200 Dahlia Avenue, New Milford, NJ.  You can visit their website at http://newmilford.bccls.org/

Come out and visit Feith Hodge Creations!!!!

  

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Gemvara Names Janet Holian CEO

Janet Holian

Gemvara, an online retailer of customizable fine jewelry, said Tuesday that it has extended Janet Holian’s role as interim CEO to a permanent position.

In Holian’s permanent role as CEO, “she will focus on distinguishing the Gemvara brand and seeing out founder Matt Lauzon’s vision to show consumers that jewelry customization leads to pieces that are uniquely personal and valued,” the company said in a statement.

The company added that Lauzon, "knew from the start of their professional relationship that she was the best person to lead the burgeoning jewelry company."

Prior to joining Gemvara in 2011, Holian spent 11 years at Vistaprint as president of the company’s European business, executive VP and chief marketing officer of Vistaprint USA, and various marketing roles for the corporation since being hired in 2000. 

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Janet Holian

Gemvara, an online retailer of customizable fine jewelry, said Tuesday that it has extended Janet Holian’s role as interim CEO to a permanent position.

In Holian’s permanent role as CEO, “she will focus on distinguishing the Gemvara brand and seeing out founder Matt Lauzon’s vision to show consumers that jewelry customization leads to pieces that are uniquely personal and valued,” the company said in a statement.

The company added that Lauzon, "knew from the start of their professional relationship that she was the best person to lead the burgeoning jewelry company."

Prior to joining Gemvara in 2011, Holian spent 11 years at Vistaprint as president of the company’s European business, executive VP and chief marketing officer of Vistaprint USA, and various marketing roles for the corporation since being hired in 2000. 

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Frederic Cumenal Named President of Tiffany & Co.

Frederic Cumenal

Tiffany & Co. said Tuesday that it has named Frederic Cumenal as president and also appointed him to a newly-created seat on the company’s board of directors.

Cumenal, who was executive vice president responsible for international retail, joined the luxury retail jeweler in March 2011 as executive vice president with oversight for the Asia-Pacific, Japan, Europe and emerging markets. In 2012, the Americas region was added.

Prior to joining Tiffany he held senior leadership positions at LVMH Group, most recently as president and chief executive officer of Moët & Chandon.

“Frederic has made important contributions to the operational and strategic development of our business,” said Michael J. Kowalski, Tiffany chairman and CEO. “He has brought a global luxury perspective to our brand management initiatives and, in particular, has led the evolution of our regional organizations to support our continued worldwide expansion.”

In his new role, Cumenal, 54, will retain his regional responsibilities and will assume responsibility for Tiffany’s  design, merchandising and marketing functions. He will continue to report directly to Kowalski.

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Frederic Cumenal

Tiffany & Co. said Tuesday that it has named Frederic Cumenal as president and also appointed him to a newly-created seat on the company’s board of directors.

Cumenal, who was executive vice president responsible for international retail, joined the luxury retail jeweler in March 2011 as executive vice president with oversight for the Asia-Pacific, Japan, Europe and emerging markets. In 2012, the Americas region was added.

Prior to joining Tiffany he held senior leadership positions at LVMH Group, most recently as president and chief executive officer of Moët & Chandon.

“Frederic has made important contributions to the operational and strategic development of our business,” said Michael J. Kowalski, Tiffany chairman and CEO. “He has brought a global luxury perspective to our brand management initiatives and, in particular, has led the evolution of our regional organizations to support our continued worldwide expansion.”

In his new role, Cumenal, 54, will retain his regional responsibilities and will assume responsibility for Tiffany’s  design, merchandising and marketing functions. He will continue to report directly to Kowalski.

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Haute Jewelry On Display at About J Jewelry Show

Unique Cobra necklace by Roberto Coin made of white gold with colorless and black diamonds, blue sapphires and rubies.

It was hard to tell that the About J jewelry show was an exclusive event. Buyers were constantly filling the booths of the 34 selected brands, making it a little difficult for me to spend time with exhibitors.

Nodo cuff by Vendorafa in 18k hammered gold with diamond accents. Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

Most vendors reported good sales and at least strong interest for their products. Buyers will often use this show for intimate conversations with vendors before placing their orders at VicenzaOro Fall, which immediately followed About J.
 

The Couture Paradis earrings from SHO are made of platinum and 18k rose gold with brilliant cut diamonds and conch pearls. Founded by Macau native and London resident, Sarah Ho, she produces jewelry that reflects her life and experiences.

This international haute couture jewelry show combines luxury and fashion with art and design. It is likely the most exclusive jewelry tradeshow in the world. A total of 197 invited buyers from 39 countries attended this year’s event, held September 4 – 7, in Venice, Italy, a jewel of a city.
 

The Plié collection by Luca Carati allows the same jewel to be worn in three distinct ways as the three pictures demonstrate. This piece is shown first as a flower made of black rhodium gold and sapphires. It is then turned over to the opposite where the same flower shape is now made of yellow gold with white and yellow diamonds. Finally, the shape of the piece changes completely using all of the materials, brown gold, yellow gold, diamonds and sapphires. Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

I did manage to see most of the exhibitors and despite being so few there was a great deal of variety in artistic and finely crafted items on display. They included hand-made gold pieces from Vendorafa, the colorful creations of Casato Roma, the distinct and versatile pieces of Luca Carati, the personal objects of Sarah Oh, and the colorful and whimsy animal shapes of Roberto Coin.

Delicate 18k rose gold bracelet by Casato Roma with champagne and white diamonds.

A few of the brands focused on high-end pearl pieces and there was even jewelry for men. There’s a lot of optimism this year in the jewelry industry and the vendors at this show were certainly eager to put their highly creative pieces out in front.

Pair of diamond earrings by Sutra Jewels in rose cut blue sapphires and faceted rose cut diamonds.

This story contains photos of just some of the product highlights, where just about every brand featured the best of their best.

Unique bracelet by Utopia made of 18k white gold Gold with diamonds, moonstones, multicolor Tahitian pearls.

Please join me on the Jewelry News Network Facebook Page, on Twitter @JewelryNewsNet and on the Forbes Web site.

18k white gold ring paved with white diamonds with enamel details inside the band Marco Valente Design.

Titanium men's rings with gold and diamond accents by Zancan.

Unique Cobra necklace by Roberto Coin made of white gold with colorless and black diamonds, blue sapphires and rubies.

It was hard to tell that the About J jewelry show was an exclusive event. Buyers were constantly filling the booths of the 34 selected brands, making it a little difficult for me to spend time with exhibitors.

Nodo cuff by Vendorafa in 18k hammered gold with diamond accents. Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

Most vendors reported good sales and at least strong interest for their products. Buyers will often use this show for intimate conversations with vendors before placing their orders at VicenzaOro Fall, which immediately followed About J.
 

The Couture Paradis earrings from SHO are made of platinum and 18k rose gold with brilliant cut diamonds and conch pearls. Founded by Macau native and London resident, Sarah Ho, she produces jewelry that reflects her life and experiences.

This international haute couture jewelry show combines luxury and fashion with art and design. It is likely the most exclusive jewelry tradeshow in the world. A total of 197 invited buyers from 39 countries attended this year’s event, held September 4 – 7, in Venice, Italy, a jewel of a city.
 

The Plié collection by Luca Carati allows the same jewel to be worn in three distinct ways as the three pictures demonstrate. This piece is shown first as a flower made of black rhodium gold and sapphires. It is then turned over to the opposite where the same flower shape is now made of yellow gold with white and yellow diamonds. Finally, the shape of the piece changes completely using all of the materials, brown gold, yellow gold, diamonds and sapphires. Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

I did manage to see most of the exhibitors and despite being so few there was a great deal of variety in artistic and finely crafted items on display. They included hand-made gold pieces from Vendorafa, the colorful creations of Casato Roma, the distinct and versatile pieces of Luca Carati, the personal objects of Sarah Oh, and the colorful and whimsy animal shapes of Roberto Coin.

Delicate 18k rose gold bracelet by Casato Roma with champagne and white diamonds.

A few of the brands focused on high-end pearl pieces and there was even jewelry for men. There’s a lot of optimism this year in the jewelry industry and the vendors at this show were certainly eager to put their highly creative pieces out in front.

Pair of diamond earrings by Sutra Jewels in rose cut blue sapphires and faceted rose cut diamonds.

This story contains photos of just some of the product highlights, where just about every brand featured the best of their best.

Unique bracelet by Utopia made of 18k white gold Gold with diamonds, moonstones, multicolor Tahitian pearls.

Please join me on the Jewelry News Network Facebook Page, on Twitter @JewelryNewsNet and on the Forbes Web site.

18k white gold ring paved with white diamonds with enamel details inside the band Marco Valente Design.

Titanium men's rings with gold and diamond accents by Zancan.

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Surgery :-(

I know it has been a long time since have submitted a blog post, but I spent this last summer recuperating from surgery.  As some of you may know I was diagnosed a few years ago with a lupus like disorder, and as a result of that disorder ran into some complications with my lungs.  This surgery was a result of those complications.  A benign cyst was found on my left lung and something had to be done about it so that I would have less pain.

me, 1/2 an hour before surgery....sorry, no make up! 

The combination of just trying to feel better saddled with lovely pain medications made this summer seem like a  muddled blur.  Sitting for long periods were not possible, so my bead work went on standby.  All I could do was read my beading magazines and look over at my bead table, longing to make anything!

I realize during my recovery that creating with my hands was very important to me.  After the third week I couldn't take it and began to use my knitting loom.  Yes, you read correctly, my knitting loom.  I started loom knitting with my daughter in the late spring.  We had made plans to make beautiful hats and scarfs for the fall.  Since the loom could be done while I was laying down it was the perfect craft for me until I could get back to my bead work.  I started making socks, and hats and also a few fall poncho's.  It became my new love!!!!  That doesn't mean I'm abandoning bead work, it just means I am expanding my creative horizons!

Loom knitting in bed....literally.

It also made me think about my blog here and how I can expand my topics to bring more  to you the reader.  So I guess some creative good came out of my down time!

 I am focusing now on getting back up and running!  You can still find my jewelry at feithhodgecreations.etsy.com  and I will be starting the craft show circuit here in NYC and New Jersey.  So come back Wednesday and I will let you know a little bit more about my schedule.


Happy Beading!!!!!

I know it has been a long time since have submitted a blog post, but I spent this last summer recuperating from surgery.  As some of you may know I was diagnosed a few years ago with a lupus like disorder, and as a result of that disorder ran into some complications with my lungs.  This surgery was a result of those complications.  A benign cyst was found on my left lung and something had to be done about it so that I would have less pain.

me, 1/2 an hour before surgery....sorry, no make up! 

The combination of just trying to feel better saddled with lovely pain medications made this summer seem like a  muddled blur.  Sitting for long periods were not possible, so my bead work went on standby.  All I could do was read my beading magazines and look over at my bead table, longing to make anything!

I realize during my recovery that creating with my hands was very important to me.  After the third week I couldn't take it and began to use my knitting loom.  Yes, you read correctly, my knitting loom.  I started loom knitting with my daughter in the late spring.  We had made plans to make beautiful hats and scarfs for the fall.  Since the loom could be done while I was laying down it was the perfect craft for me until I could get back to my bead work.  I started making socks, and hats and also a few fall poncho's.  It became my new love!!!!  That doesn't mean I'm abandoning bead work, it just means I am expanding my creative horizons!

Loom knitting in bed....literally.

It also made me think about my blog here and how I can expand my topics to bring more  to you the reader.  So I guess some creative good came out of my down time!

 I am focusing now on getting back up and running!  You can still find my jewelry at feithhodgecreations.etsy.com  and I will be starting the craft show circuit here in NYC and New Jersey.  So come back Wednesday and I will let you know a little bit more about my schedule.


Happy Beading!!!!!

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Silver Bangle Bracelets Are Invariably Very Popular

If we discussing traditional bracelets, two most favored designs will likely arrive at your mind immediately, the first is the classic tennis bracelet and also the other could be the timeless bangle bracelet. The latter is engineered to be meant to either slip off and on the wrist without closure, or might be styled to close and open with the help of a slide insert clasp. Despite of which option you ultimately choose, silver bangle bracelets will always be on the go.

We still don't know the reasons why more and more people love silver bangle bracelets and they are never walk out style. Their timeless beauty appeals a lot of women who wish to understand that the jewellery they purchase and wear today it's still in style a few months, time from now.

Bangles are more inclined to certainly be a fashion statement when compared to a temporary craze. The structured form of a bangle is really that it wraps around the wrist to produce an uninterrupted line, that is another excuse why this classic is a signature piece for several women. Many have also been known to remark that they can like to hear the 'clanging' of an bangle bracelet, either next to other bangles or during everyday wear.

Talking about of everyday wear, silver bangle bracelets have become popular since their simplicity. The fundamental design of all bangles is identical. They normally are be meant to embrace the wrist offering the wearer one continual distinctive line of uninterrupted beauty. Besides a diamond ring or a wirst watch, the bracelets is most likely the only part of jewelry that you can actually see in a time while not having to try looking in an image. Thus, beauties will relish the accessory that is certainly both visually pleasing and versalite.

You can find different varieties of bangle bracelets crafted in genuine 925 sterling silver. In case you embeded the cz into a silver setting, the bracelet may be looked more expensive before. Cubic zirconia is a manmade stone. It's designed to resemble an ideal diamond. Combine strikes together with the classic bangle design along with one breathtaking bracelet.

In the end, silver bangle bracelets will always be fashionable. Whether you bought the bracelet recently, recently or last week, once you are just start to build your jewelry wardrobe. You'll feel positive about realizing that your investment is a wise one. However, many shoppers will avoid certain clothes because they already know these are temporary.

Select designs, however, such as the bangle, are already popular for decades. They've got more than proven their sexual stamina and, with designers constantly coming up with new methods to add a modern twist for this very classic style, there is definitely a vast selection around the corner to its popularity. The same as the design itself, the romance of bangle bracelets continues.

8seasons is one of the world's largest wholesale beads and jewelry supplies providers. 8seasons.com is a professional distributor of wholesale bangle bracelets, it may provide a large number of bangle bracelets in factory prices. At 8seasons.com you may enjoy your shopping experience and find the things you want.

8seasons.com is a professional distributor of wholesale bangle bracelets , it can provide thousands of ring settings in factory prices. At 8seasons.com you will enjoy your shopping experience and find the items you want.
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If we discussing traditional bracelets, two most favored designs will likely arrive at your mind immediately, the first is the classic tennis bracelet and also the other could be the timeless bangle bracelet. The latter is engineered to be meant to either slip off and on the wrist without closure, or might be styled to close and open with the help of a slide insert clasp. Despite of which option you ultimately choose, silver bangle bracelets will always be on the go.

We still don't know the reasons why more and more people love silver bangle bracelets and they are never walk out style. Their timeless beauty appeals a lot of women who wish to understand that the jewellery they purchase and wear today it's still in style a few months, time from now.

Bangles are more inclined to certainly be a fashion statement when compared to a temporary craze. The structured form of a bangle is really that it wraps around the wrist to produce an uninterrupted line, that is another excuse why this classic is a signature piece for several women. Many have also been known to remark that they can like to hear the 'clanging' of an bangle bracelet, either next to other bangles or during everyday wear.

Talking about of everyday wear, silver bangle bracelets have become popular since their simplicity. The fundamental design of all bangles is identical. They normally are be meant to embrace the wrist offering the wearer one continual distinctive line of uninterrupted beauty. Besides a diamond ring or a wirst watch, the bracelets is most likely the only part of jewelry that you can actually see in a time while not having to try looking in an image. Thus, beauties will relish the accessory that is certainly both visually pleasing and versalite.

You can find different varieties of bangle bracelets crafted in genuine 925 sterling silver. In case you embeded the cz into a silver setting, the bracelet may be looked more expensive before. Cubic zirconia is a manmade stone. It's designed to resemble an ideal diamond. Combine strikes together with the classic bangle design along with one breathtaking bracelet.

In the end, silver bangle bracelets will always be fashionable. Whether you bought the bracelet recently, recently or last week, once you are just start to build your jewelry wardrobe. You'll feel positive about realizing that your investment is a wise one. However, many shoppers will avoid certain clothes because they already know these are temporary.

Select designs, however, such as the bangle, are already popular for decades. They've got more than proven their sexual stamina and, with designers constantly coming up with new methods to add a modern twist for this very classic style, there is definitely a vast selection around the corner to its popularity. The same as the design itself, the romance of bangle bracelets continues.

8seasons is one of the world's largest wholesale beads and jewelry supplies providers. 8seasons.com is a professional distributor of wholesale bangle bracelets, it may provide a large number of bangle bracelets in factory prices. At 8seasons.com you may enjoy your shopping experience and find the things you want.

8seasons.com is a professional distributor of wholesale bangle bracelets , it can provide thousands of ring settings in factory prices. At 8seasons.com you will enjoy your shopping experience and find the items you want.
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Exhibitors Release Pent-Up Optimism at Hong Kong Jewelry Show

Byers and sellers at the Frank & Label booth during the September Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair. Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco 

I’ve been writing about the jewelry industry for 13 years and attended many tradeshows during that time. I can’t remember when exhibitors have expressed as much optimism and excitement as there has been during the September Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair. Even the diamond dealers who had low expectations coming in were pleasantly surprised. 

The world’s largest fine jewelry show is held at two venues: The Asia-World Expo Centre, (September 11 – 15) for raw jewelry-making materials and jewelry-making equipment, and the main show for finished jewelry at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre (September 13 -17). I’ve spent four days at the show so far (one day at the raw materials show and three days at the finished jewelry show) and nearly all exhibitors said business is strong to booming. 

For example, there was talk of a coral dealer at Asia-World Expo Centre who sold 80 percent of his inventory to other exhibitors a day before the show opened. On opening day at the HKCEC, several vendors and buyers were still conducting business after the show was closed. 

Myriam Gumuchian, owner of the fine jewelry design firm, Gumuchian, said at the HKCEC, that she has been busy throughout the first two days. 

“It’s my second year of the show and it’s been much better than last year,” she said. “It’s non stop.” 
 

The "Ring Cycle" by Gumuchian. It's a ring that turns into a bracelet.  Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

Gumuchian said her most popular item by far is the “Ring Cycle.” It’s a ring that with the press of a button becomes a bracelet. It’s available in 18k yellow, rose and white gold and either in diamond pave or a hammered-gold finish with a diamond center stone. As she was showing me the ring a female Japanese buyer gasped with joy when she saw how it worked. 

Gumuchian was one of 10 high-end jewelry designers who were exhibiting from a single booth provided by Frank & Label, a company that provides marketing and sales services for independent luxury jewelry designers who want to enter into the China market. It was one of the more interesting concepts at the show. Other designers included Temple St. Clair, Alex Sepkus and Victor Mayer. 
 

Temple St. Clair at her jewelry stand inside the Frank & Label booth.  Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

Evert deGraeve, Frank & Label China business development director, said this is the second year the company has been providing this space at the September Hong Kong fair. This year, possibly to accommodate approximately 100 new exhibitors, the company had its booth size cut in half. Looking at the crowd of buyers, deGraeve said, “We really could use the extra space.”

It’s a good problem to have. 
 

Buyers at one of the registration areas during the opening day of the finished jewelry portion of the show. Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

The new exhibitors bring the total number of vendors at the fair at both venues to 3,633 from 48 countries. Officials from UBM Asia, which owns and operates the show, have estimated that 52,000 buyers will visit the show but from looking at the registration areas on opening day at HKCEC and from reports on the floor, they may have underestimated. Regardless, the number of exhibitors easily cements its place as the world’s largest fine jewelry show. 

Also to accommodate new exhibitors, show officials moved antique and estate dealers in the last available hall in the HKCEC which is really a foyer. It’s a spacious area that had the hustle and bustle of business being done. 

Edward Faber, owner of Aaron Faber Gallery New York, which specializes in vintage watches and jewelry, said early during the opening day he made a number of sales. Among the biggest sellers were vintage Omegas, Patek Philippe pocket watches and erotica timepieces. 

This is Faber’s third time exhibiting at the show and he said he is impressed with how quickly Asian buyers have taken to the nuisances of fine watch collecting. 

“They’ve quickly become more sophisticated,” he said. “It’s surprising the comfort level they have when it come to style and design. It’s a good thing.” 

One of the big successes I’ve seen at the show is an area called “Designer Avenue.” It’s located on the mezzanine level of the HKCE. It’s basically a balcony-like space that houses small independent jewelry designers and artists, providing them with inexpensive booth space. I’ve seen small designers become overwhelmed and out of place at large jewelry shows. Here, these artists from every continent have their own separate space that constantly filled with admirers and buyers from all over the world. 
   

The jade, wood and enamel works of independent jewelry designer, Soco So of Shenzhen, China.  Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

Etienne Perret, a US based independent jewelry designer who exhibited in the area, said buyers from Russia, China, Australia and several eastern European countries have expressed interest in his gem-ceramic designs. 

“The world is here and people seem to be buying,” he said. “People in the US have no clue how much money there is in Russia, China and even places like Iran.” 

Deep into the active main hall was Colin Shah, managing director of Kama Schachter, an India-based jewelry manufacturer that produces several brands. The company was introducing its newest brand, Fiamma, which features bridal and fashion jewelry using color-enhanced pink diamonds. It was quiet when I showed up but he said people have been coming in. 

“All appointments have showed up,” he said on the second day of the HKCEC portion of the show. “So far it’s been great.” 
 

Inside the Hong Kong Convention & Expo Centre.  Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

Walking around the cavernous convention center, the only places where buyers did not fill were in Hall 3 inside the International Pavilion, where vendors are segmented by their country of origin, and in an area known as the Design Pavilion, for luxury jewelry design companies.

A collection of rare fancy colored diamonds from Francis Errera.  Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

My first day at the show was spent at the Asia-World Expo Centre during its day. This is where materials, such as diamonds, colored gems, pearls and other jewelry making materials and equipment were being sold. Most exhibitors I spoke with were generally happy with the show but aired some complaints. 

For example, fancy colored diamond dealer, Francis Errera, said the first day of the show was “very, very busy” with “high-quality” clients from all over the world but on the second day traffic trailed off. 

One reason he said was because his clients, primarily luxury jewelry brands and investment banks, shortened their time at the fair due to religious holidays. 

“I think major shows like this one should be held outside of any important holidays,” he said. 

Overall, Errera said the positive sales reflect the growth of the overall economy. “America is getting much better,” said the French native who moved his business to Hong Kong several years ago. “Japan is getting better as well but Japan is always strong for fancy colored diamonds. China is good.” 

The only economy that is lacking growth is Europe, he said, which also reflected his business at the fair, as only one representative from the continent came to his booth during the first two days. 
 

A collection of carved freshwater pearls from Galatea.  Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

Meanwhile, in the pearl section, Chi Huynh, owner of pearl company, Galatea, was selling its loose sculptured freshwater pearls for designers and manufactures. His booth was crowded. 

“Designers love them,” he said. “I don’t think wholesalers know what to do with them.” 

He said that in addition to his loose pearls, customers were interested in his finished jewelry and to accommodate these people he is considering opening a booth at the convention center. 

“I was surprised by the reaction,” he said. “So next year I might split the booth to two places.”

Please join me on the Jewelry News Network Facebook Page, on Twitter @JewelryNewsNet and on the Forbes Web site.

Byers and sellers at the Frank & Label booth during the September Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair. Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco 

I’ve been writing about the jewelry industry for 13 years and attended many tradeshows during that time. I can’t remember when exhibitors have expressed as much optimism and excitement as there has been during the September Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair. Even the diamond dealers who had low expectations coming in were pleasantly surprised. 

The world’s largest fine jewelry show is held at two venues: The Asia-World Expo Centre, (September 11 – 15) for raw jewelry-making materials and jewelry-making equipment, and the main show for finished jewelry at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre (September 13 -17). I’ve spent four days at the show so far (one day at the raw materials show and three days at the finished jewelry show) and nearly all exhibitors said business is strong to booming. 

For example, there was talk of a coral dealer at Asia-World Expo Centre who sold 80 percent of his inventory to other exhibitors a day before the show opened. On opening day at the HKCEC, several vendors and buyers were still conducting business after the show was closed. 

Myriam Gumuchian, owner of the fine jewelry design firm, Gumuchian, said at the HKCEC, that she has been busy throughout the first two days. 

“It’s my second year of the show and it’s been much better than last year,” she said. “It’s non stop.” 
 

The "Ring Cycle" by Gumuchian. It's a ring that turns into a bracelet.  Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

Gumuchian said her most popular item by far is the “Ring Cycle.” It’s a ring that with the press of a button becomes a bracelet. It’s available in 18k yellow, rose and white gold and either in diamond pave or a hammered-gold finish with a diamond center stone. As she was showing me the ring a female Japanese buyer gasped with joy when she saw how it worked. 

Gumuchian was one of 10 high-end jewelry designers who were exhibiting from a single booth provided by Frank & Label, a company that provides marketing and sales services for independent luxury jewelry designers who want to enter into the China market. It was one of the more interesting concepts at the show. Other designers included Temple St. Clair, Alex Sepkus and Victor Mayer. 
 

Temple St. Clair at her jewelry stand inside the Frank & Label booth.  Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

Evert deGraeve, Frank & Label China business development director, said this is the second year the company has been providing this space at the September Hong Kong fair. This year, possibly to accommodate approximately 100 new exhibitors, the company had its booth size cut in half. Looking at the crowd of buyers, deGraeve said, “We really could use the extra space.”

It’s a good problem to have. 
 

Buyers at one of the registration areas during the opening day of the finished jewelry portion of the show. Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

The new exhibitors bring the total number of vendors at the fair at both venues to 3,633 from 48 countries. Officials from UBM Asia, which owns and operates the show, have estimated that 52,000 buyers will visit the show but from looking at the registration areas on opening day at HKCEC and from reports on the floor, they may have underestimated. Regardless, the number of exhibitors easily cements its place as the world’s largest fine jewelry show. 

Also to accommodate new exhibitors, show officials moved antique and estate dealers in the last available hall in the HKCEC which is really a foyer. It’s a spacious area that had the hustle and bustle of business being done. 

Edward Faber, owner of Aaron Faber Gallery New York, which specializes in vintage watches and jewelry, said early during the opening day he made a number of sales. Among the biggest sellers were vintage Omegas, Patek Philippe pocket watches and erotica timepieces. 

This is Faber’s third time exhibiting at the show and he said he is impressed with how quickly Asian buyers have taken to the nuisances of fine watch collecting. 

“They’ve quickly become more sophisticated,” he said. “It’s surprising the comfort level they have when it come to style and design. It’s a good thing.” 

One of the big successes I’ve seen at the show is an area called “Designer Avenue.” It’s located on the mezzanine level of the HKCE. It’s basically a balcony-like space that houses small independent jewelry designers and artists, providing them with inexpensive booth space. I’ve seen small designers become overwhelmed and out of place at large jewelry shows. Here, these artists from every continent have their own separate space that constantly filled with admirers and buyers from all over the world. 
   

The jade, wood and enamel works of independent jewelry designer, Soco So of Shenzhen, China.  Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

Etienne Perret, a US based independent jewelry designer who exhibited in the area, said buyers from Russia, China, Australia and several eastern European countries have expressed interest in his gem-ceramic designs. 

“The world is here and people seem to be buying,” he said. “People in the US have no clue how much money there is in Russia, China and even places like Iran.” 

Deep into the active main hall was Colin Shah, managing director of Kama Schachter, an India-based jewelry manufacturer that produces several brands. The company was introducing its newest brand, Fiamma, which features bridal and fashion jewelry using color-enhanced pink diamonds. It was quiet when I showed up but he said people have been coming in. 

“All appointments have showed up,” he said on the second day of the HKCEC portion of the show. “So far it’s been great.” 
 

Inside the Hong Kong Convention & Expo Centre.  Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

Walking around the cavernous convention center, the only places where buyers did not fill were in Hall 3 inside the International Pavilion, where vendors are segmented by their country of origin, and in an area known as the Design Pavilion, for luxury jewelry design companies.

A collection of rare fancy colored diamonds from Francis Errera.  Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

My first day at the show was spent at the Asia-World Expo Centre during its day. This is where materials, such as diamonds, colored gems, pearls and other jewelry making materials and equipment were being sold. Most exhibitors I spoke with were generally happy with the show but aired some complaints. 

For example, fancy colored diamond dealer, Francis Errera, said the first day of the show was “very, very busy” with “high-quality” clients from all over the world but on the second day traffic trailed off. 

One reason he said was because his clients, primarily luxury jewelry brands and investment banks, shortened their time at the fair due to religious holidays. 

“I think major shows like this one should be held outside of any important holidays,” he said. 

Overall, Errera said the positive sales reflect the growth of the overall economy. “America is getting much better,” said the French native who moved his business to Hong Kong several years ago. “Japan is getting better as well but Japan is always strong for fancy colored diamonds. China is good.” 

The only economy that is lacking growth is Europe, he said, which also reflected his business at the fair, as only one representative from the continent came to his booth during the first two days. 
 

A collection of carved freshwater pearls from Galatea.  Photo credit: Anthony DeMarco

Meanwhile, in the pearl section, Chi Huynh, owner of pearl company, Galatea, was selling its loose sculptured freshwater pearls for designers and manufactures. His booth was crowded. 

“Designers love them,” he said. “I don’t think wholesalers know what to do with them.” 

He said that in addition to his loose pearls, customers were interested in his finished jewelry and to accommodate these people he is considering opening a booth at the convention center. 

“I was surprised by the reaction,” he said. “So next year I might split the booth to two places.”

Please join me on the Jewelry News Network Facebook Page, on Twitter @JewelryNewsNet and on the Forbes Web site.

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JNA Awards Ceremony Honors Jewelry Industry Leaders and Innovators

JNA Award winners

Leung Sik Wah and Wallace Chan received special honors at the JNA Awards, held Thursday at the Grand Hyatt Hotel. They were among 16 people honored for innovation and leadership in the jewelry trade. 

The awards and ceremony were organized by Jewellery News Asia, Asia’s leading jewelry industry publication, as part of the September Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair. The grand affair, only in its second year, was attended by more than 500 persons and lived up to the billing  of “one of the industry’s most important and much-anticipated nights.” 

Leung was honored with the prestigious “Lifetime Achievement Award” for transforming Hong Kong and Asia into a major jewelry trading and retailing hub. Leung was also instrumental in establishing the Hong Kong Diamond Bourse, and is currently Honorary Life President of the Diamond Federation of Hong Kong and Chairman of the Hong Kong Jewellers’ & Goldsmiths’ Association.

Chan was the first recipient of the “Outstanding Contribution of the Year Award,” recognizing his unique talent and creativity, and for placing his works and Asia on the global haute joaillerie scene. Acclaimed industry-wide as a “carving genius,” Chan remains, to date, the only Asian artist to be invited to the prestigious Paris Biennale des Antiquaires show.

Other recipients of the JNA Awards 2013 are:

* Brand of the Year – Retail: Luk Fook Holdings (International) Ltd

* Employer of the Year: Jewelmer International Corporation and Shree Ramkrishna Exports Pvt Ltd

* E-Tailer of the Year: Plukka (HK) Ltd

* Industry Innovation of the Year – Manufacturing – Business: China Stone Ltd

* Industry Innovation of the Year – Manufacturing – Technology: Shenzhen United BlueOcean Technology Development Co Ltd

* Manufacturer of the Year – Coloured Gemstone Cutting & Polishing: China Stone Ltd

* Manufacturer of the Year – Diamond Cutting & Polishing: Shree Ramkrishna Exports Pvt Ltd

* Manufacturer of the Year – Gem-Set Jewellery: Shenzhen Xingguangda Jewellery Industrial Co Ltd

* Manufacturer of the Year – Precious Metals-Only Jewellery: 3D Kaiente Jewellery Co Ltd

* Outstanding Enterprise of the Year – India: Kiran Gems Pvt Ltd

* Outstanding Enterprise of the Year – Mainland China: ttf HAUTE JOAILLERIE

* Retailer of the Year: Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group Ltd

* Sustainability Initiative of the Year: Dharmanandan Diamonds Pvt Ltd and Pranda Group

* Young Entrepreneur of the Year (Age 40 and below): Zhou Defen, Shenzhen Yuehao Jewelry Co Ltd

The real winner Thursday night may have been JNA Awards. It’s rare that a young program such as this has gained such international importance. But it has and there is still has plenty of room to grow.

Please join me on the Jewelry News Network Facebook Page, on Twitter @JewelryNewsNet and on the Forbes Web site.

JNA Award winners

Leung Sik Wah and Wallace Chan received special honors at the JNA Awards, held Thursday at the Grand Hyatt Hotel. They were among 16 people honored for innovation and leadership in the jewelry trade. 

The awards and ceremony were organized by Jewellery News Asia, Asia’s leading jewelry industry publication, as part of the September Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair. The grand affair, only in its second year, was attended by more than 500 persons and lived up to the billing  of “one of the industry’s most important and much-anticipated nights.” 

Leung was honored with the prestigious “Lifetime Achievement Award” for transforming Hong Kong and Asia into a major jewelry trading and retailing hub. Leung was also instrumental in establishing the Hong Kong Diamond Bourse, and is currently Honorary Life President of the Diamond Federation of Hong Kong and Chairman of the Hong Kong Jewellers’ & Goldsmiths’ Association.

Chan was the first recipient of the “Outstanding Contribution of the Year Award,” recognizing his unique talent and creativity, and for placing his works and Asia on the global haute joaillerie scene. Acclaimed industry-wide as a “carving genius,” Chan remains, to date, the only Asian artist to be invited to the prestigious Paris Biennale des Antiquaires show.

Other recipients of the JNA Awards 2013 are:

* Brand of the Year – Retail: Luk Fook Holdings (International) Ltd

* Employer of the Year: Jewelmer International Corporation and Shree Ramkrishna Exports Pvt Ltd

* E-Tailer of the Year: Plukka (HK) Ltd

* Industry Innovation of the Year – Manufacturing – Business: China Stone Ltd

* Industry Innovation of the Year – Manufacturing – Technology: Shenzhen United BlueOcean Technology Development Co Ltd

* Manufacturer of the Year – Coloured Gemstone Cutting & Polishing: China Stone Ltd

* Manufacturer of the Year – Diamond Cutting & Polishing: Shree Ramkrishna Exports Pvt Ltd

* Manufacturer of the Year – Gem-Set Jewellery: Shenzhen Xingguangda Jewellery Industrial Co Ltd

* Manufacturer of the Year – Precious Metals-Only Jewellery: 3D Kaiente Jewellery Co Ltd

* Outstanding Enterprise of the Year – India: Kiran Gems Pvt Ltd

* Outstanding Enterprise of the Year – Mainland China: ttf HAUTE JOAILLERIE

* Retailer of the Year: Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group Ltd

* Sustainability Initiative of the Year: Dharmanandan Diamonds Pvt Ltd and Pranda Group

* Young Entrepreneur of the Year (Age 40 and below): Zhou Defen, Shenzhen Yuehao Jewelry Co Ltd

The real winner Thursday night may have been JNA Awards. It’s rare that a young program such as this has gained such international importance. But it has and there is still has plenty of room to grow.

Please join me on the Jewelry News Network Facebook Page, on Twitter @JewelryNewsNet and on the Forbes Web site.

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What Kind of Kids Jewellery is Safe For Your Children?

Being parents you may be wondering if it is safe enough for your child to wear jewellery at an early age. Well, not every child will get used to wearing jewelleries. Many of them especially the toddlers don't find it comfortable to have jewellery hanging in their ear, around their neck, their wrists, or even if it a beautiful anklet. Apart from looking for kids jewellery that looks cute on your child, you should also choose to look for jewels that are not only easy for them carry but are light in weight, do not have sharp edges and are safe enough. Also ensure the pieces should be something that your child can easily carry it all day without getting irritated.

Since there is a huge variety of kids jewellery India, it is necessary that you be extra careful in choosing the type of jewellery your kids are wearing, especially the toddlers. Since kids have sensitive skin they may find it irritating to wear something extra all day. Understanding your child's likes and dislikes is very important. Children skin are prone to allergies and do not accept any metal easily. Give extra care to find out what suits your child's skin. Sometimes it can be the case where your kid's skin does not accept gold and silver and easily accepts artificial pieces. It can be the vice versa case too. If your kid's skin is reactive to metals, then you should know which types of metal do not suit him or her. Also find out which part of the body accepts what kind of metal. Cases could he or she can wear gold necklaces but cannot wear gold anklets. Notice the reactions and carefully see the skin of your child when you make them wear something new.

When you buy kids jewellery ask the vendor to explain the metal quantity available in a particular piece. Sometimes it could be the case where the jewel is made up of mixed metals. Ask for the percentage and quantity of metal category used in the piece. It is advisable not to buy the piece even if it contains minor quantity of the metal that does not suit your kids skin. Any jewellery it is, ensure you maintain them carefully. Giving it a little extra care by keeping it in a nice waterproof storage box can make it ever lasting. You can wrap them in a muslin cloth or simply use cotton and keep them in boxes. Always give a regular check to the jewel, may be in every season to ensure they have not reacted to the changing season. In India jewellers business is always at a boom.

These vendors take care of Kids jewelleries for all age group. It is said to be auspicious to make a new born baby were something in gold. Traditions and customs will remain, but it is you who have to see that your child does not suffer. A newly born baby can get reacted to anything extra ordinary you make them wear. Rate this Article

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Being parents you may be wondering if it is safe enough for your child to wear jewellery at an early age. Well, not every child will get used to wearing jewelleries. Many of them especially the toddlers don't find it comfortable to have jewellery hanging in their ear, around their neck, their wrists, or even if it a beautiful anklet. Apart from looking for kids jewellery that looks cute on your child, you should also choose to look for jewels that are not only easy for them carry but are light in weight, do not have sharp edges and are safe enough. Also ensure the pieces should be something that your child can easily carry it all day without getting irritated.

Since there is a huge variety of kids jewellery India, it is necessary that you be extra careful in choosing the type of jewellery your kids are wearing, especially the toddlers. Since kids have sensitive skin they may find it irritating to wear something extra all day. Understanding your child's likes and dislikes is very important. Children skin are prone to allergies and do not accept any metal easily. Give extra care to find out what suits your child's skin. Sometimes it can be the case where your kid's skin does not accept gold and silver and easily accepts artificial pieces. It can be the vice versa case too. If your kid's skin is reactive to metals, then you should know which types of metal do not suit him or her. Also find out which part of the body accepts what kind of metal. Cases could he or she can wear gold necklaces but cannot wear gold anklets. Notice the reactions and carefully see the skin of your child when you make them wear something new.

When you buy kids jewellery ask the vendor to explain the metal quantity available in a particular piece. Sometimes it could be the case where the jewel is made up of mixed metals. Ask for the percentage and quantity of metal category used in the piece. It is advisable not to buy the piece even if it contains minor quantity of the metal that does not suit your kids skin. Any jewellery it is, ensure you maintain them carefully. Giving it a little extra care by keeping it in a nice waterproof storage box can make it ever lasting. You can wrap them in a muslin cloth or simply use cotton and keep them in boxes. Always give a regular check to the jewel, may be in every season to ensure they have not reacted to the changing season. In India jewellers business is always at a boom.

These vendors take care of Kids jewelleries for all age group. It is said to be auspicious to make a new born baby were something in gold. Traditions and customs will remain, but it is you who have to see that your child does not suffer. A newly born baby can get reacted to anything extra ordinary you make them wear. Rate this Article

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How to Decide on The Perfect Engagement Ring

One of the most memorable and important times of your life is going to be when you decide to propose. Of course, the first step is buying an engagement ring. This may be one of the most difficult decisions you will ever make. The best way to show your love is by making sure you are getting her the perfect ring. Chances are you are not a professional and don't know what to look for. Your best bet is to get advice from a jeweler.

As with any major purchase, there are several things to consider before making your choice. One is cost. Rings will vary in price, largely determined by the three C's: cut, color and carat. The cut of the diamond is the shape and effects the way the diamond sparkles when the light hits it. The color (and clarity) deals with the visual appearance of the diamond. The clearer the diamond, the more expensive it will be. The carat of the diamond is actually the size of the diamond, not the weight.

A jeweler can help you decide which diamond is affordable for your budget. If your budget is small, buying a diamond ring online can cut your purchase cost buy up to 85%. Keep in mind that many jewelers will allow the purchase and your ring to be used for trade-in value. If you can't afford the ring you feel she deserves, you can upgrade it later for a special anniversary gift.

You also might want to consider buying a pave design diamond ring. A pave is designed to appear as if it is entirely made of diamonds. These rings are more affordable than solitary settings and can save you up to 90%. The setting is another thing to consider. The setting can determine how the stately the ring will look when worn. For example, a bezel setting ring will appear to have a larger stone due to a thin band of metal that wraps around it. The precious metals used for the bands will also affect the cost. The most popular metals today are gold and platinum. Gold is more affordable than platinum, however, platinum is the stronger of the two and will show less damage over the years.

When picking out fine jewelry, such as an engagement ring, you should always request official certification. You should also seriously consider purchasing insurance. This will protect you against loss or theft. The insurance is very affordable but will vary from city to city. People in higher crime risk areas can expect to pay more. If you have your ring inscribed with a certification number, your insurance company is likely to give you a discount.

One of the most memorable and important times of your life is going to be when you decide to propose. Of course, the first step is buying an engagement ring. This may be one of the most difficult decisions you will ever make. The best way to show your love is by making sure you are getting her the perfect ring. Chances are you are not a professional and don't know what to look for. Your best bet is to get advice from a jeweler.

As with any major purchase, there are several things to consider before making your choice. One is cost. Rings will vary in price, largely determined by the three C's: cut, color and carat. The cut of the diamond is the shape and effects the way the diamond sparkles when the light hits it. The color (and clarity) deals with the visual appearance of the diamond. The clearer the diamond, the more expensive it will be. The carat of the diamond is actually the size of the diamond, not the weight.

A jeweler can help you decide which diamond is affordable for your budget. If your budget is small, buying a diamond ring online can cut your purchase cost buy up to 85%. Keep in mind that many jewelers will allow the purchase and your ring to be used for trade-in value. If you can't afford the ring you feel she deserves, you can upgrade it later for a special anniversary gift.

You also might want to consider buying a pave design diamond ring. A pave is designed to appear as if it is entirely made of diamonds. These rings are more affordable than solitary settings and can save you up to 90%. The setting is another thing to consider. The setting can determine how the stately the ring will look when worn. For example, a bezel setting ring will appear to have a larger stone due to a thin band of metal that wraps around it. The precious metals used for the bands will also affect the cost. The most popular metals today are gold and platinum. Gold is more affordable than platinum, however, platinum is the stronger of the two and will show less damage over the years.

When picking out fine jewelry, such as an engagement ring, you should always request official certification. You should also seriously consider purchasing insurance. This will protect you against loss or theft. The insurance is very affordable but will vary from city to city. People in higher crime risk areas can expect to pay more. If you have your ring inscribed with a certification number, your insurance company is likely to give you a discount.

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The Perks of Buying Women Watches Via Online Shopping

Are you going to buy a brand new and confused where to buy that? Well, do not worry as lots of online shopping sites have been opened for you. The mode provides several facilities to the user and if a person use it once, he will get habitual of it. Though, the offline stores are doing good but the e-malls are the best. After a huge success in such a small time, several websites have been opened to earn benefit.

Thus, the competition is huge among the portals and all of them try to give more and more functions to attract the user. Which is quite beneficial for us. When we choose traditional stores, our lots of time got wasted in searching for the desired stuff. Though, your problem has been resolved by the Internet. Let us see, what extra advantage the user gets while exploiting the means.

Vast Variety of Latest Trend

Huge space enables the owners to display lots of stuff on the site. There is no need to hide anything due to the small area. Showcase all the variety, you have. It gives you a great chance to find the most suitable material for yourself. The offline retails stores have a limited space. So, they can have only a small number of designs. However, the net gives you the chance to select from the numerous options.

Moreover, all the stuffs are up-to-date. A team of professionals observe the market and they decide, which fashion should be displayed. In this way, you find the newest and the hottest material in front of you.

No Irritating Salesperson

Whenever, you resort to the conventional stores, you find lots of salesperson who force you to buy the stuff. No matter you like that or not. Many times, they start misbehaving with you if you take long time select the stuff or do not purchase anything. Usually, they spoils the mood. Though, the information superhighway does not have the same problem. Take your time before picking up the material to buy. Hardly, there is any likelihood, you will not find the desired object. Assuming that if it happens, you can switch to some other portal and there is no need to argue a bit.

Order for Bulk Purchase

Many times, we want to buy innumerable units for gifting or some other purpose. At that time, we face lots of difficulties if we are using the older manner. Actually these store have only limited stocks so they are unable to fulfil your demand. Mostly, they need some time. Provided that you are in hurry, it will be quite problematic for you. Utilize the Infobahn and get all the stuff in no time.

Plus, there are lots of other benefits that you get while utilizing the means. Like huge discount, shop from the comfort of home, save huge time, no need to waste money in transportation, do not have to groom yourself, instalment facility, return the stuff if you are dissatisfied etc. To buy women watches, such online India shopping websites are the finest alternative for anyone.

Are you going to buy a brand new and confused where to buy that? Well, do not worry as lots of online shopping sites have been opened for you. The mode provides several facilities to the user and if a person use it once, he will get habitual of it. Though, the offline stores are doing good but the e-malls are the best. After a huge success in such a small time, several websites have been opened to earn benefit.

Thus, the competition is huge among the portals and all of them try to give more and more functions to attract the user. Which is quite beneficial for us. When we choose traditional stores, our lots of time got wasted in searching for the desired stuff. Though, your problem has been resolved by the Internet. Let us see, what extra advantage the user gets while exploiting the means.

Vast Variety of Latest Trend

Huge space enables the owners to display lots of stuff on the site. There is no need to hide anything due to the small area. Showcase all the variety, you have. It gives you a great chance to find the most suitable material for yourself. The offline retails stores have a limited space. So, they can have only a small number of designs. However, the net gives you the chance to select from the numerous options.

Moreover, all the stuffs are up-to-date. A team of professionals observe the market and they decide, which fashion should be displayed. In this way, you find the newest and the hottest material in front of you.

No Irritating Salesperson

Whenever, you resort to the conventional stores, you find lots of salesperson who force you to buy the stuff. No matter you like that or not. Many times, they start misbehaving with you if you take long time select the stuff or do not purchase anything. Usually, they spoils the mood. Though, the information superhighway does not have the same problem. Take your time before picking up the material to buy. Hardly, there is any likelihood, you will not find the desired object. Assuming that if it happens, you can switch to some other portal and there is no need to argue a bit.

Order for Bulk Purchase

Many times, we want to buy innumerable units for gifting or some other purpose. At that time, we face lots of difficulties if we are using the older manner. Actually these store have only limited stocks so they are unable to fulfil your demand. Mostly, they need some time. Provided that you are in hurry, it will be quite problematic for you. Utilize the Infobahn and get all the stuff in no time.

Plus, there are lots of other benefits that you get while utilizing the means. Like huge discount, shop from the comfort of home, save huge time, no need to waste money in transportation, do not have to groom yourself, instalment facility, return the stuff if you are dissatisfied etc. To buy women watches, such online India shopping websites are the finest alternative for anyone.

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