The number of buyers in attendance at Baselworld was 117,000 this year, a 4 percent decrease compared with the 122,000 that attended last year, according to show organizers. 

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The news came Thursday after show organizers announced the fourth consecutive year of declining attendance at the now eight-day-long show.

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The Oris Big Crown 1917 Limited Edition looks nearly identical to the original model introduced 100 years ago.

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At Baselworld, the Swiss Gemmological Institute introduced a new system for scanning single and multi-strand pearl necklaces.

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The watch company continues to draw on its past for design inspiration as it works toward the opening of a brand museum early next year.

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Vivienne Becker has authored a book on the Italian jewelry brand in honor of its 50th anniversary.

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Edward S. Adams, 64, allegedly stole millions from investors in Apollo Diamond Corp. and its successor, Scio.

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This year, the brand known for understated elegance marks the 20th anniversary of the Aquanaut and the 40th anniversary of its ultra-slim movement, the Caliber 214.

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That’s the subject of an upcoming panel discussion hosted by the WJA’s Boston chapter and the Harvard Museum.  

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The message from executives who spoke at the Baselworld opening press conference on Wednesday was clear: We know the situation is bad, and we don’t really want to talk about it.

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A 59.60-carat fancy vivid pink diamond called the “Pink Star” set a new world auction record price for any diamond, gemstone or jewel at Sotheby’s Geneva Wednesday when it sold for $83.2 million.

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Our Editor-in-Chief shares links, tips and tricks from the recent Idea Exchange at the JA New York show.

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Columnist Pat Henneberry exposes some of the myths surrounding “clienteling,” which she says is nothing new. 

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In a sign of the times, the watch was introduced at complementary press conferences held in Switzerland and Silicon Valley.

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Sergey S. Ivanov Jr. is 36 and he is the son of a man who was a high-ranking official in the Kremlin.

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The diamond wholesaler has unveiled a new site that features improved functionality and new services and programs.

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The deadline to apply for the scholarships is April 18.

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The number of crimes reported to the Jewelers Security Alliance rose to 1,245 last year, though John J. Kennedy cautions against making too much of the increase.

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The president of Day’s Jewelers dishes on the Maine chain’s hiring practices, social media efforts and why they let dogs in their stores.

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Signet Jewelers Ltd.’s quarterly earnings call began with an unusual occurrence: a statement from board Chairman Todd Stitzer.

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Jewelers haven’t been replenishing their stock like expected, and diamond prices have softened slightly.

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The Jewelers Security Alliance has begun adding training videos to its newly redesigned website and the first one focuses on burglary prevention.

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Patricia Field and Jenn Rogien will be at the show Monday to discuss the role of jewelry and clothing on television.

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The Jewelers Vigilance Committee’s sessions will cover topics including quality control, the FTC guides, and contracts.

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Reflective Images in Santa Fe, New Mexico has become the exclusive retailer for U.K. jeweler Greg Valerio’s line in the United States.

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