With the slowdown of the Chinese economy, the focus has been on the US markets. Though optimistic, US buyers are cautious. Some small price corrections are still expected. Sapphire still leads as the best seller in color…
Colored Stone MarketTraffic was up in Tucson this year with many high end gems returning to the US with the China slowdown. Sapphire was definitely number one with all others a distant second. Consumers are becoming more…
Colored Stone MarketAt press time early December—the recent talk of solid growth experienced by the US economy in 2015 had failed to translate into strong sales in the jewelry sector. Many of the dealers that I have…
Colored Stone MarketThe slowdown in China is affecting the high end prices of colored gems. Although the Hong Kong show was busy, the big buyers with cash were not present. Gemfields is now involved in two emerald…
Colored Stone MarketIn the US market, prices for an increasing number of colored stones have stabilized during the second quarter thus breaking the upward trend observed during much of the past five years. This leveling off was…
Colored Stone MarketThe JCK Las Vegas show is by most accounts the premier jewelry trade show in the United States. As such, it is often looked to as a bellwether not only for style trends but also…
Colored Stone MarketThe mood in the colored stone market became surprisingly subdued in March as business cooled rapidly after posting strong results during February gem shows. Dealers returning after the March Hong Kong show gave contrasting reports…
Colored Stone MarketExpectations are for a good holiday season for jewelers. Many loose stone manufacturers are starting to offer finished jewelry. High demand and excitement is leading to higher gem prices. It has been a curious start…
Colored Stone MarketSignificant price increases have been seen in some gems. Blue sapphire continues to dominate US sales. Alexandrite prices are up. Dealers are confident in the upcoming season. Prices for many of the better recognized gemstone varieties have experienced…
Colored Stone MarketThe US gem market is experiencing typical slow summer business as vacation travel takes priority. Consumer confidence is up this year but if the turmoil in Ukraine continues to growth and the US gets pulled…
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