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The Jewelry Symposium to spotlight AI, traceability, and sustainable practices
The Jewelry Symposium (TJS), formerly known as the Santa Fe Symposium, the premier international event for jewellery manufacturing technology, will convene at the Detroit Marriott Troy from 17-20 May 2025, with a focus on cutting-edge technologies and sustainability.
This year’s symposium will expand beyond its traditional focus on metallurgy and craftsmanship to address critical industry issues like responsible sourcing, AI integration, and advanced manufacturing processes.
“We had an unprecedented number of proposals and abstracts for 2025, and we are delighted that many of our respected presenters will be focusing on timely and important issues like sustainability and technology,” says Linus Drogs, TJS Chairman of the Board. “We are grateful to the experts who will be sharing the latest information on CAD, AI, and additive manufacturing (3-D printing), as well as the group of professionals focused on sustainability related to a responsible supply chain and the tracing of coloured gemstones.”
The symposium will feature presentations from leading experts worldwide, catering to a diverse audience of bench jewellers, designers, manufacturers, students, retailers, and press. Among the technology-focused sessions, Scott Bradford of Gesswein will explore CAD techniques and software for enhanced jewellery design, while Jenny Luker of the Platinum Guild International (PGI) will unveil a new platinum alloy. Consultant Anne Miller will delve into the potential of generative AI, and Joseph Strauss of HJE Company, Inc. will discuss advancements in sinter-based 3-D printing.
Sustainability and ethical sourcing will also take centre stage, with Eric Branwaurt of Columbia Gem House and consultant Frank Cooper examining the traceability of coloured gemstones.
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Platinum Jewellery Gains Share Amid Record Gold Prices, PGI Reports Q4 2025 Market Shifts
Momentum key Regions In The Q4 Validates Platinum’s Growing Relevance In Today’s Jewellery Market.
The Platinum Guild International (PGI) today released its Q4 2025 Platinum Jewellery Business Review (PJBR), highlighting varying regional performance trends, with platinum’s value proposition remaining supportive in key markets against a backdrop of record-high gold prices and evolving trade dynamics.
Tim Schlick, CEO of Platinum Guild International, Said:
“The momentum we observed across key regions in the fourth quarter validates platinum’s growing relevance in today’s jewellery market. With gold prices remaining elevated, platinum continues to offer a premium yet accessible alternative that appeals to value-conscious consumers and luxury buyers alike. Looking ahead, PGI remains committed to partnering with the trade to capitalise on this favourable price dynamic—driving innovation, supporting strategic marketing initiatives, and reinforcing platinum’s enduring value in bridal, fashion, and other key segments.”
Regional Market Highlights
China
China’s platinum fabrication softened further in Q4 after a strong first half, but still recorded a 56% annual increase for 2025. The slowdown was driven by a combination of slower inventory turnover and elevated metal prices, which diverted retailer capital towards gold and dampened restocking sentiment. Wholesalers liquidated generic stock to realise capital gains, while retailers prioritised operational resilience. Despite significant challenges, PGI’s retail partners outperformed the broader market, achieving a 7% year-over-year increase in platinum jewellery sales volume during the last quarter of 2025.
India and the Middle East
In India, platinum jewellery continued to outperform the broader market, with strategic partners’ retail sales growing 10% year-over-year. Overall jewellery demand saw a marginal uptick, supported by the festive season and a shift toward lightweight purchases, though volume growth was constrained by a high comparison base and sharp gold price increases. Promotional efforts for brands such as Men of Platinum reinforced platinum’s value amidst price volatility.
PGI continued expanding its UAE presence by onboarding new retailers, bringing the total to 174 stores at the end of 2025.
Japan
Japan’s jewellery market saw value recover in Q4 due to sustained price increases, while platinum jewellery unit sales recorded a notable 1.5% year-on-year recovery. This upturn was partly supported by substitution away from gold amid extreme price volatility. For the full year, platinum’s share of unit sales rose, whilst white gold’s share declined.
United States
In the U.S., platinum jewellery sales reflected a clear divergence between declining unit volumes and strong value growth, with dollar sales significantly outpacing volumes. Record-high gold prices cooled volume demand across the broader industry, but platinum’s price—remaining less than half that of gold—bolstered its appeal. Despite tariff-related headwinds, the shift from white gold to platinum accelerated, with strategic partners reporting double-digit revenue growth.
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