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Staten Island Jeweler Among 17 Who Visit De Beers’ Victor Mine

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8 years ago

August 30, 2016

Group also visits Forevermark cutting and polishing factory.

Cory Schifter of Staten Island, New York, was among 17 jewelers nationwide selected by De Beers to tour the company’s Victor Mine in Northern Ontario, SILive.com reports. Schifter, owner of Casale Jewelers in Dongan Hills, says he and his fellow visitors saw the magnitude of the mining process. “I enjoyed touring the open pit mine and process plant, he says. The 17 also were inducted into the Forevermark Carat Club for selling the most one carat diamonds. After touring the mine, the group traveled to Sudbury, Ontario, to visit Forevermark Diamantaire Crossworks Manufacturing’s cutting and polishing factory.

This Third-Generation Jeweler Was Ready for Retirement. He Called Wilkerson

Retirement is never easy, especially when it means the end to a business that was founded in 1884. But for Laura and Sam Sipe, it was time to put their own needs first. They decided to close J.C. Sipe Jewelers, one of Indianapolis’ most trusted names in fine jewelry, and call Wilkerson. “Laura and I decided the conditions were right,” says Sam. Wilkerson handled every detail in their going-out-of-business sale, from marketing to manning the sales floor. “The main goal was to sell our existing inventory that’s all paid for and turn that into cash for our retirement,” says Sam. “It’s been very, very productive.” Would they recommend Wilkerson to other jewelers who want to enjoy their golden years? Absolutely! “Call Wilkerson,” says Laura. “They can help you achieve your goals so you’ll be able to move into retirement comfortably.”