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After nearly three decades in the jewellery industry, internationally trained gemmologist Peggy Elias Nakhle brings her expertise in precious gemstones, jewellery appraisal, and design to downtown Halifax.
JM Gems brings world-class custom jewellery design to downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia, at affordable rates. Founder Peggy Elias combines nearly three decades of international experience with gemmological expertise and personal styling, working directly with clients to create distinctive pieces around their ideas, gemstones and budgets.
Jewellery owners in Halifax and across Atlantic Canada can now access professional jewellery and gemstone appraisal services without having to send their valuable pieces away. Downtown Halifax jeweller JM Gems provides comprehensive, confidential, in-house appraisal and valuation services, with all assessments conducted on-site. A key feature of the service is that jewellery never leaves the JM Gems premises during the appraisal process. The company’s downtown Halifax location is equipped with advanced gemmological technology, including a GIA microscope, spectrometer, and other high-precision instruments used for the identification, examination, and documentation of gemstones and jewellery.
Bonhams’ recent watch sale in London achieved over £1.6 million, featuring masterpieces from Patek Philippe, Rolex, Cartier, and F.P. Journe. The standout was F.P. Journe’s platinum Chronomètre à Résonance, selling for £140,100, while the Cartier Crash broke records at £114,700. The auction’s diverse collection drew global collectors, emphasizing the strong demand for both vintage rarities and innovative designs, setting a new benchmark for luxury watch collecting.
For years, Edric Beck has cultivated a practice that defies convention and invites contemplation. He is a sculptor of silence, a craftsman of frequency—a jeweler turned mosaicist whose art is less about ornament and more about offering. His pieces are not produced; they are revealed—slowly, deliberately—through a process as meditative as it is exacting. To encounter Edric’s work is to enter a different rhythm, one where beauty is born of stillness and form arises from deep listening. He is not here to make a statement. He is here to create presence. And in that presence, something profound begins to unfold.
New York’s Diamond District is a glittering maze of possibilities—where stunning deals and savvy negotiations meet high-pressure sales and hidden risks. Is it a treasure trove for jewelry lovers or a shopping trap for the unprepared? Whether you’re hunting for the perfect engagement ring or a unique custom piece, knowing what to expect can make all the difference. Here’s what you need to know before stepping onto 47th Street.
RX Japan is excited to announce the opening of visitor registration for the 12th International Jewellery Tokyo Autumn (IJT AUTUMN 2024), set to take place on October 23rd-25th at Pacifico Yokohama. This prestigious event, a highlight in the global jewellery industry calendar, will showcase around 810,000 exquisite jewellery items, including rare gemstones, coloured diamonds, pearls, luxury watches, and more.
Located between the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea and the iconic Casino, Monte Carlo Gems is excited to announce its worldwide debut at the esteemed Fairmont Monte Carlo on July 18th, 2024. The international high jewelry exhibition, starring the best vintage and modern high jewelry pieces, watches, as well as emerging designers’ collections, will be held from July 18th to July 22nd at the Fairmont Monte Carlo, well-known for its position overlooking the Formula 1 circuit and the famous Monte Carlo hairpin turn.
Peggy Elias, the visionary founder of JM Gems, renowned for her artistic brilliance, has generously donated a stunning piece of jewelry to support the Arthritis Society Canada’s 30th Anniversary Celebrity Roast. The 18k rose gold Queen chess piece pendant necklace, adorned with diamonds and sapphires, served as the coveted Raffle Prize at the gala event held on Wednesday, April 17th in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.
On December 6th, Christie’s Rockefeller Center in Manhattan witnessed an extravagant showcase of luxury as the Magnificent Jewels auction unfolded. This event saw fervent bidding both in-person and over the phones, culminating in a remarkable total of $38,135,080. Impressively, 90% of the 152 lots available found buyers. The auction presented an exquisite collection of rare diamonds, significant colored stones, and distinguished jewels from renowned collections.
