In 2000 the consumer market for fine
and costume jewelry rose 5% over 1999 levels to total $39.8 billion. Contributing
to the growth in the jewelry market is the expanding availability of jewelry at
the retail level.
The online extension of National Jeweler magazine, National-Jeweler.com
keeps industry professionals up-to-date on current affairs between issues. Provides
news-updated daily, an archive featuring thousands of articles, the diamond
price report, precious metals prices and in-depth analysis and trend coverage.
This site provides great current news and articles about the
industry, a guide to industry websites, some current statistics, a classified
section, and much more.
Homepage for JNET, a company that provides web resources for jewelry
retailers. Can search for products from manufacturers and suppliers and can
trade products online. Also provides links to other industry websites, provides
an events calendar, and provides contacts for more information.
Provides good lists of jewelry organizations and information on
line, jewelry search services, industry publications, retailers, suppliers, and
other miscellaneous information.
Homepage
of the American Gem Society, an association dedicated to setting and
maintaining high standards of business ethics and professionalism in the
jewelry industry.
Jewellery World Centre Homepage
Homepage
of the Canadian Jewelry Association - provides links to their members, information on their services,
links to national associations worldwide, and provides a forum for trade and
discussion.
GemKey - The Gem and Jewelry Industry's Global
Marketplace
This
webpage provides a forum for jewelry retailers to trade diamonds, colored
stones, jewelry, and pearls.
International Gemmological
Institute
Homepage of the International
Gemmological Institute. The IGI has now
developed into the largest independent gem certification and appraisal
institute and is renowned for its quality services, extensive experience and
know-how. This webpage provides access
to various reports, education opportunities, registration information, and much
more.
Polygon.Net - The Jewelry Industry's Marketplace
Polygon provides a forum for members
of the jewelry industry to buy and sell, exchange information and send private,
secure messages to other members.
Diamonds.Net - The Internet Diamond Exchange
Provides up-to-date news, reports,
and prices regarding the diamond trade. For members, also provides a trading
network and dealer information.
The nations largest jewelry retailer—is now upgrading its jewelry
presentation since starting jewelry operations in its Sam’s Club division.
Has recently realigned executive and divisional management
teams, revamped merchandising programs and is currently integrating Piercing
Pagoda into its retail business.
Has recently consolidated with Kay Jewelers and is further
expanding its Jared The Galleria of Jewelry superstore format.
Sears continues to have stable jewelry sales.
Reached one billions dollars in sales in the year 2000 and 1,000
retail stores.
Although J.C. Penney continues to struggle, they have brought in
a new CEO and are planning to expand their private label business.
Although known for television sales, QVC has recently entered
into an agreement with Target to sell QVC’s signature Diamonique Jewelry, and
has opened QVC @ The Mall, in the Mall of America as a prototype for future
stores.
Jewelry sales continue to be strong for the luxury retailer.
Although the company continues to struggle and has slashed a
number of stores, Service Merchandise has recently expanded its jewelry
business.
Kmart profits have also been down, however its jewelry business
has strengthened.
*Information on jewelry retailers provided by the June 1, 2000
issue of National Jeweler.
U.S.
Department of Commerce: Bureau of Economic Analysis
An agency of the Department of Commerce, the BEA provides
national, industry, international, and regional economic statistics and
articles.
This site provides information on trade laws and developments
for all industries under the Federal Trade Commission.
Also part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Census Bureau provides
detailed data on the people and economy of the United States.
Economics and
Statistics Administration: STAT USA
STAT-USA, an agency in the Economics
and Statistics Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, provides
information produced by the U.S. government concerning economics, business, and
international trade. Although a
subscription service, claims to be “One-stop Internet browsing for business,
trade, and economic information”.