Watches and jewelry
February 16, 2026
With consumers spending increasing time researching before going to retailers, they expect sales advisors to be even more insightful. Image courtesy of Natural Diamonds Council
By Amirah Keaton
November and December represented the single largest sales window for natural diamonds in 2025, according to the Natural Diamond Council.
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