The crime involved three armed suspects.
The crimes took place in Brooklyn and Manhattan.
The Jewelers' Security Alliance is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information.
The jewelers had all been on Canal Street.
The suspects are charged with aggravated robbery, felony vandalism and evading arrest.
The thieves took a backpack and a suitcase.
One employee was struck in the head with a gun.
A Tennessee man faces several charges.
The allegedly committed the Bronx robbery "along with at least four other co-conspirators."
In one case, a salesperson was robbed at knifepoint in a parking lot.
The crime happened at Certified Jewelry Designs in Longwood, FL.
2 other suspects remain at large.
The defendants allegedly 'brought guns into a place of worship, stealing from two members of the clergy, and terrifying the congregation in the process.'
Bystanders helped to hold the suspect until more guards arrived.
Items taken during the daytime robbery included "precious gems, designer watches and necklaces."
The sales associate "tried to stop a suspect who was smashing jewelry cases and taking jewelry." the Jewelers' Security Alliance reports.
Police said six men were involved in the crime.
Over the past three months there have been more than a dozen cases.
He was allegedly captured on security video later pawning some of the jewelry at a local shop.
The victim was allegedly told she had to buy the gold to "avoid prosecution."
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