Jewelry calendar for 2018: Events

January

January 7-9, 2018: Accessories the Show, Javitz Center, NYC

January 8-9, 2018: International Watch & Jewelry Guild, Las Vegas, NV

January 19-24, 2018: VicenzaOro Winter (gold jewelry, silverware and watches), Vicenza, Italy

January 19-28, 2018: Winter Antiques Show (open to public), Park Avenue Armory, NYC

January 20-22, 2018: JIS (Jewelers International Showcase), Miami, FL

January 24-February 11, 2018: Tucson Gem Show – full schedule with 35 shows (some public, some trade), Tucson AZ

January 24-27, 2018: International Jewellery Tokyo, Tokyo Big Sight, Japan

January 28-30, 2018: Centurion Show, Scottscale, AZ

January 30-February 4, 2018: AGTA GemFair Tucson and GJX Gem & Jewelry Show, Tucson AZ

January 30-February 4, 2018: Madridjoya, Madrid, Spain

February

February 1-4, 2018: Miami Beach Jewelry & Watch Show (open to public), One Herald Plaza, Miami FL. Click here for discount passes.

February 6, 2018: Metal & Smith, Winter Pop Up, 518 W 38th St., NYC

February 3-7, 2018: NY NOW, Javitz Center, NYC

February 9-12, 2018: The Original Miami Beach Antique Jewelry & Watch Show (open to public), Miami Fair Expo Center, Miami FL

February 14-20, 2018: Palm Beach Jewelry, Art & Antique Show (open to public).

February 16-18, 2018: Palm Beach Fine Craft Show (open to public), Palm Beach Convention Center, West Palm Beach FL

February 16-19, 2018: Inhorgenta, Munich, Germany

February 17-19, 2018: ACRE American Craft Retailer Expo, Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia

February 21-22, 2018: American Craft Council Show, Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore MD

February 21-26, 2018: Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition, Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, Doha, Qatar

February 23-25, 2018: American Craft Council Show (open to public), Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore MD

February 23-27, 2018: Naples Art, Antique & Jewelry Show (open to public), Naples FL.

February 27-March 3, 2018: Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show,Asia World Expo, Hong Kong

March

March 1-5, 2018: Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hong Kong

March 3-5, 2018: Atlanta Jewelry Show, Cobb Galleria Centre, Atanta GA

March 6-13, 2018: Munich Jewellery Week (open to public), Munich, Germany

March 7-13, 2018: Schmuck, part of Handwerk & Design Fair (open to public), Munich, Germany

March 14-20, 2018: The BADA Antiques & Fine Art Fair (open to public), Duke of York Square, London

March 10-18, 2018: TEFAF Maastricht (open to public), Maastricht, Netherlands

March 16-18, 2018: American Craft Council, Atlanta GA

March 11-13, 2018: JA New York Show, Javits Center, NYC

March 11-13, 2018: MJSA Expo New York, Javits Center, NYC

March 22-27, 2018: Baselworld (open to public), Basel, Switzerland

April

April 19-22, 2018: American Craft Council, St. Paul MN

April 26 – 29, 2018: Smithsonian Craft Show (open to public), National Building Museum, Washington DC

May

May 28-31, 2018: GLDA Gem & Jewelry Show, Mirage Casino-Hotel, Las Vegas

May 31-June 4, 2018: Couture, Wynn, Las Vegas

May 31-June 3, 2018: Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show, Las Vegas Convention Center

June

June 1-4, 2018: JCK Las Vegas, Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, Las Vegas

June 21-24, 2018: Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair, Hong Kong Convention Centre

June 28-July 4, 2018: Masterpiece London (open to public), Royal Hospital Chelsea, London, U.K.

July

July 27-29, 2018: New York Antique Jewelry & Watch Show (open to public), The Metropolitan Pavilion, NYC

July 15-17, 2018: JA New York Summer Show, Javits Center, NYC

July 30-31, 2018: International Watch & Jewelry Guild, NYC

August

August 3-5, 2018: American Craft Council, San Francisco, CA

August 25-27, 2018: International Jewellery Fair, International Convention Centre, Sydney, Australia

August 28-30, 2018: Japan Jewellery Fair, Tokyo Big Sight Exhibition Center, Tokyo, Japan

August 30-September 2, 2018: Baltimore Summer Antiques Show (open to public), Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore, MD

September

September 22-26, 2018: VicenzaOro Fall, Vicenza, Italy

September 2-4, 2018: International Jewellery London, Olympia Grand, London, UK

September 14-19, 2018: LAPADA Art & Antiques Fair (open to public), Berkeley Square, London

October

October 2018: JOYA Barcelona Art Jewellery Fair (open to public), Barcelona, Spain

October 28-20, 2018: JA New York Fall Show, Javits Center, NYC

October 26-28, 2018: Gemworld at The Munich Show, Munich Trade Fair Center, Munich, Germany

October 26-29, 2018: Singapore International Jewellery & Gem Fair, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

October 27-30, 2018: New York City Jewelry & Watch Show (open to public), Metropolitan Pavilion, NYC

November

November 1-4, 2018: SOFA (Sculptural Objects, Functional Art + Design (open to public), Navy Pier, Chicago

November 8-11, 2018: Sierraad Art Fair, Westergasfabriek, Amsterdam

November 2-4, 2018: Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show (open to public), Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia

November 14-17, 2018: VOD Dubai International Jewellery Show, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai

Source: http://thejewelryloupe.com/jewelry-industry-events-worldwide-in-2018/

Diamonds Shapes From Round Brilliants to Half Moon Diamonds: Fifteen Diamond Cuts to Choose From

From the traditional round brilliant diamond to less familiar shaped diamonds such as trapezoid or radiants, there are dozens of diamond cuts to choose between. Some diamond cuts depend on the shape of the rough diamond that the polished is to be cut from, while other cuts depend on the clarity of the stone. Here is the Israel Diamond Institute’s in depth guide to choosing the best diamond cut for your stone.

Round 
Round cut diamonds are the most popular and well-known diamond and features 57 facets. Such diamonds have the ideal proportions and shape according to mathematical calculations for the most brilliant diamond.

Heart-shaped

Next in our list is the romantic diamond cut – the heart-shaped diamond which is basically a pear-shaped diamond featuring a sharp cleft at the top. The symmetry of a heart-shaped diamond is an important factor to take into account.

Emerald 
The emerald cut is also a popular diamond shape – such diamonds are elegant and relatively cheap. Typically, emerald cut diamonds are square or rectangular and reflect light dramatically. However, due to the cut, flaws in the stone are visible and imperfection can be seen by the naked eye.

Baguette 

The baguette cut is a rectangular shaped diamond cut suitable for long flat rough stones. It is a standard, symmetric diamond cut and is thus suited to settings in both watches and jewelry. However, the cut’s lack of facets makes it appear less sparkly than other diamond cuts.

Princess 

Princess cut diamonds, otherwise known as square modified brilliants, are reckoned to be the most popular diamond shape following the round brilliant. Princess cut diamonds, which feature square or rectangular crowns, beveled sides and corners that are pointed, were first created in the 1960s and its creation is attributed to a London jeweler. During the polishing process, the amount of diamond lost to princess cut diamonds in far lower than round brilliants, making this shape even more attractive.

Radiant 

Similar to the princess cut, radiant cut diamonds feature a square cut with a brilliant-cut facet pattern applied to both the pavilion and crown. This cut, which is suitable for round or square cornered diamonds, first became popular in the 1980s.

Taper 

The taper cut was developed in order to accommodate elongated rough diamonds with uneven ends. One end of the diamond is narrow while the opposite end is narrow. The taper cut appears sharp and features a stake-like point. In the 1970s and the following decade, Israel was the world leader for taper cutting, but this specialty moved to lower-cost countries in the following years.

Half-moon

Half-moon cut diamonds, as the name suggest, feature a semi-circle or crescent shaped stone and are popular in diamond rings where two half-moon cut diamonds are set outside a central diamond. A diamond that is flawless on one half and features imperfections on the other is particularly suited for the half-moon shape.

Hearts and Arrows

Hearts and Arrows Diamonds, which originated in Japan in the 1980s, are cut to ideal proportions, feature superior physical and optical symmetry, and feature a specific brilliantine scheme: eight symmetrical arrows when viewing the diamond from the top, and eight symmetrical hearts when viewing it from the bottom. These diamonds command a high market price and are said to be the cut of less than 1% of diamonds.

Cushion

The cushion-cut diamond is the traditional diamond shape that has been around for over 2 centuries. This popular diamond shape, which used to be known as old-mine cut, features a square cut with rounded corners. Cushion-cut diamonds are generally less brilliant than round-brilliant diamonds, and their fire (the reflected light) is particularly strong.

Trapezoid 

Trapezoid diamonds, otherwise known as trapeze diamonds, are suited to large diamonds due to their unique cut. The cut evolved from the taper and baguette cuts and requires the skills of a master diamond craftsman in order to achieve the maximum level of precision and symmetry needed. Trapezoid cut diamonds are typically used as pairs as side stones enhancing a larger central stone on diamond solitaire rings.

Asscher 

The Asscher cut, which was invented in 1902 by Joseph Asscher, features a modified square shape with cropped corners and 58 facets. It was the first diamond cut to be patented. Nearly a century later, Joseph Asscher’s descendants Edward Asscher and Joop Asscher, launched the Royal Asscher cut featuring 74 facets.

Marquis 

Marquis cut diamonds are a special fancy shape diamond typically cut from long diamonds that are unsuitable for cutting into round shapes. The cut is shaped liked a boat and features a crown and pavilion in a brilliant cut. Large marquis diamonds are treated like solitaires, while small marquis diamonds are typically mounted in multiple settings.

oval 

The oval diamond cut is essentially a modified and elongated version of the round brilliant diamond – and its shape is flattering on diamond rings for women with relatively short fingers or smallish hands. Most oval cut diamonds have 56 facets, with either 4,6 or 8 pavilion facets, and require six-prong settings to secure a diamond in place.

Pear cut

The final diamond cut on our list is the pear cut, which is a modified round brilliant cut with an elongated pointed end. It is otherwise known as a teardrop shape diamond, and the basic shape has been around for centuries in specialized forms such as the Briolette cut and the Pendeloque. This flattering cut typically features 58 facets and has a recommended length-to-width ratio of 1.5:1, although any proportion that falls within the range of 1.45:1 to 1.75:1 is acceptable

Source: http://www.get-diamonds.com/diamonds-shapes