Crown Jubilee
Under the Crown’s Crown Jubilee diamonds are carefully refashioned Old Mine Cut or European Cut diamonds turned into new diamonds with a kaleidoscope effect, bringing the crown and pavilion of the stone into perfect harmony. underthecrown.com
Money for Scholars
The Jewelers of America (JA) scholarship program’s 2017 enrollment period is under way. The program, open to qualifying members of JA, includes scholarships for the Gemological Institute of America, Diamond Council of America, Jewelers Education Foundation of AGS and the Jewelers of America’s Bench Professional Certification program. jewelers.org
Remembering Cindy
The Contemporary Jewelry Design Group will hold the Cindy Edelstein Memorial Charity Auction at COUTURE in Las Vegas; proceeds will go to Jewelers For Children and to the Cindy Edelstein fund of the WJA. cjdg.jewelry
Sri Lanka Set
The 2017 edition of FACETS, Sri Lanka’s international gem and jewelry show, is expected to host more than 200 exhibitors and 10,000 attendees and will be held from Aug. 31 to Sep. 3, 2017. facetssrilanka.com
Shining Web
Diamond wholesaler M. Geller, Ltd has revamped its website to offer users an updated experience. Most noteworthy is the improved search functionality: the new site and its loose diamond tool, which scans more than 30,000 white, fancy color and lab-grown diamonds, is now mobile-friendly for easy smartphone and tablet use. mgellerdiamonds.com
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This article originally appeared in the April 2017 edition of INSTORE.
Closing With Confidence: How Bailey's Fine Jewelry Achieved Outstanding Results With Wilkerson
When Trey Bailey, President and CEO of Bailey's Fine Jewelry, decided to close the Crabtree location in Raleigh, North Carolina after 15 years, he knew the decision needed to be handled with intention and professionalism. The goal was clear: exit the location while maintaining financial strength and honoring the store's legacy.
Having worked with Wilkerson successfully in the past, Bailey understood the value of their comprehensive approach. "They understood both the emotional and financial sides of the store closing sale," Trey explains. "Their reputation for professionalism, results and care made it a very easy decision."
The results exceeded expectations. Wilkerson helped Bailey's sell through significant inventory while maintaining the dignity of the closing process. "They don't just run a sale, they help close a chapter in the best way possible," Bailey says, strongly recommending Wilkerson to any jeweler facing a similar transition.
