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Yurman Family Crystalline Pass and More August News

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9 months ago

August 13, 2023

INSTORE Staff Instore August 2023 Issue

Yurman Family Crystalline Pass and More August News

The Coolest Crystals

Gem enthusiasts will love The Yurman Family Crystalline Pass, a geological wonder connected to the newly renovated Halls of Gems and Minerals at the American Museum of Natural History in NYC. This extraordinary installation recreates a 19-foot-long section of clear crystals from a mineral vein in the Ouachita Mountains of Arkansas. amnh.org

Now with GIA

BriteCo, a leading tech-driven provider of jewelry and watch insurance, has updated their popular Appraisal Management System to integrate Gemological Institute of America grading results. This added functionality helps retail jewelers provide faster, more accurate appraisals for their customers and better determine adequate jewelry insurance coverage. brite.co/for-jewelers

Up Your Charm Game

Need to charm your customers? Consider adding a Rembrandt Charms shop-in-shop! These eye-catching, custom in-store displays are designed to complement each retail jewelry store’s existing setup while creating an inviting area for charm collectors to view Rembrandt’s extensive charm collection. rembrandtcharms.com

A CAD Academy

The New Approach School for Jewelers has launched a CAD Academy MatrixGold Training Program in partnership with Stuller’s Gemvision. Prioritizing a hands-on, holistic approach to education, this collaboration ensures that students have access to the most cutting-edge knowledge. newapproachschool.com

Plumb Useful

The Plumb Club has created their first-ever downloadable retail tool.This consumer-targeted brochure includes easy-to-understand explanations about the difference between earth-mined and lab-grown diamonds. Available to the entire jewelry industry, this free resource can be easily printed to give to customers. plumbclub.com

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.”