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The Real Cost of Starting a Jewelry Business in 2026

A full breakdown of what it actually costs to start a jewelry business at three budget tiers. Equipment, inventory, marketing, legal, and what nobody warns you about.

May 28, 2026

Production

Gold Mounting Suppliers: Where Goldsmiths Actually Source in Europe

The suppliers European jewelers use for mounting blanks, settings, and findings. Quality tiers, minimum orders, and what to look for.

May 26, 2026

Market

Lab-Grown vs Natural Diamond Economics: What Dealers Know

The real production costs, wholesale price trends, and resale reality of lab-grown diamonds vs natural. Data the industry doesn't share with consumers.

May 23, 2026

Production

Jewelry Pricing Formula: How to Calculate Material + Labor + Markup

The actual formula jewelers use to price their work. Material costs, labor rates, overhead, and why most beginners underprice by 40%.

May 21, 2026

Production

How Jewelry Casting Works: The Complete Lost-Wax Process

The full casting pipeline from wax carving to finished gold piece. Every step, every material, every decision point explained by someone who has done it.

May 19, 2026

Business

How to Start a Jewelry Business

Essential steps and insider tips for launching your own jewelry business, from sourcing materials to building your brand.

Feb 20, 2025

Market

The Diamond Market Reset: What's Real in 2024

A data-led look at pricing trends, supply chain shifts, and how consumer demand is evolving across natural and lab-grown segments.

May 14, 2024

Market

Gold Holds Above $2,340 as Fed Rate Path Stays Unclear

Spot gold consolidated in a tight range as traders await the next FOMC minutes. Support at $2,320 holding firm.

May 14, 2024

Market

De Beers Cuts Rough Prices for Third Consecutive Sight

Rough diamond prices continue to soften as midstream inventory levels remain elevated. 2-carat goods most affected.

May 12, 2024

Business

Why Margins Matter More Than Markups in 2024

The difference between margin and markup costs independent jewelers real money. Here's how to think about pricing correctly.

May 12, 2024

Market

CVD Production Costs Hit New Low — Under $300/ct for 1ct Stones

Major Indian producers report sub-$300 production costs for 1-carat CVD diamonds, accelerating the price gap with natural.

May 10, 2024

Craft

Inside the Art of Invisible Setting

How master setters create the illusion of floating stones — and why this technique commands premium pricing.

May 9, 2024

Business

JCK Las Vegas Preview: Key Trends to Watch in 2024

From sustainability certifications to AI-powered grading, here's what to expect at this year's biggest trade show.

May 8, 2024

Gemstones

Colombian Emerald Supply Tightens as Muzo Restricts Output

The world's most famous emerald source signals production limits, pushing high-quality Colombian prices up 15% YTD.

May 5, 2024

Data

Weekly Gold Outlook: Key Levels to Watch

Gold's recent consolidation near $2,340 suggests a breakout is coming. We look at the technicals and macro drivers.

May 5, 2024

Market

Lab-Grown Diamonds: The Economics Nobody Talks About

Production costs are falling faster than retail prices. What this means for margins, positioning, and the next 5 years.

Apr 28, 2024

Business

Jewelry Photography With an iPhone: A Real-World Guide

Professional results without professional equipment. Lighting setups, editing workflows, and common mistakes to avoid.

Apr 22, 2024

Gemstones

Sapphire Sourcing: Origins, Treatments, and What to Pay

From Sri Lanka to Madagascar — how origin affects price, what treatments are standard, and where the market is heading.

Apr 18, 2024

Craft

Micro-Pavé: Precision, Tools, and Trade Secrets

The small-stone setting technique that defines modern luxury rings. Equipment, training, and quality benchmarks.

Apr 14, 2024

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