IS BUYING TRIPS

Some call it, “The Antwerp Experience,” because once you’ve been there, you’ll be back to experience it again. Many IJO members say these carefully planned and curated diamond buying trips are their favorite member benefit. And with good reason: As a jeweler who buys the best diamonds at the best prices from the best sources, you can set yourself apart from your competition. You’ll increase your knowledge of the diamond buying process and gain an important asset you can share with your customers. Many IJO member jewelers have gone to Antwerp with the promise to bring back specific diamonds for their customers. Others have seen gems so spectacular, they’re on the phone with their customers and closing the sale while still overseas.

Have we mentioned the lifetime friends you’ll make, the mentors you’ll find and the diamond experts you’ll know on a first-name basis? Click here to learn more!

THE LATEST STYLES FROM IJO MEMBER VENDORS

Samuel B.
JCK Booth 13123

The “Ubud” bracelet is artisan crafted in Bali using sterling silver, pave-set black spinel, a handwoven Tulang Naga chain and 18K solid gold accents.

MSRP: $399
P (516) 466-1826
W wholesale.samuelb.com

Michou
JCK Booth 10127

Pendant necklace with sterling silver and 22K gold vermeil setting with garnet, white topaz, rhodolite garnet and mother-of-pearl layered quartz doublet.

MSRP: $225
P (530) 525-3320
W michoujewelry.com

MIDAS
JCK Booth 12089 (Level 2)

With four sides for engraving, clients don’t have to choose just one message. The adjustable necklace comes in 14K gold and plated sterling silver in yellow, white, and rose.

MSRP: $636 in 14K;
$96 in sterling silver
Engraving Cost:
$15 per side
P (201) 244-1150
W midaschain.com