Articles and News

City Marks Jewelers’ Mutual 100^th Anniversary

Neenah, WI—Both the city of Neenah and the state of Wisconsin honored Jewelers Mutual Insurance Co. on March 12, the date that marks the company’s 100^th anniversary in business.

Neenah mayor George D. Scherck and Wisconsin governor Scott Walker have proclaimed this date as "Jewelers Mutual Insurance Company Day" to be observed in Neenah and in the state of Wisconsin.

In 1913, the Wisconsin Insurance Department granted a group of Wisconsin retail jewelers a charter for their own insurance company, which was then named the Jewelers Mutual Limited Fire Company of Wisconsin. Later named Jewelers Mutual Insurance Company, the company today insures, informs, and supports approximately 10,000 jewelry businesses and protects 270,000 individuals' jewelry possessions across the United States and Canada. 

"It's an honor to celebrate a century of protecting jewelers and their unique businesses," said Darwin Copeman, CPCU, president and CEO of Jewelers Mutual. "What we're most excited about is what is in store for Jewelers Mutual and its partners during the next 100 years."

Jewelers Mutual is committed to enhancing the health and vitality of the jewelry industry. The firm has invested $6.1 million into the industry over the last five years, and forged partnerships with key industry organizations in both the United States and in Canada. The firm also has earned 26 consecutive A+ Superior ratings from A.M. Best Company, showing Jewelers Mutual is able to continue to provide outstanding services and pay claims to its policyholders for another 100 years.

Jay Lipinsky Joins Eli Jewels

Ramsey, NJ—Jay Lipinsky has joined Eli Jewels as a sales representative in the TOLA region. Most recently with Lazarre Kaplan, Lipinsky has 38 years’ experience in the south central United States and has been recognized throughout the industry for exceptional sales and outstanding customer service. His appointment will help Eli Jewels expand and grow around the country.

Simon Makhlouf, president of Eli Jewels, says, “I am proud to welcome Jay Lipinsky to our team.  I look forward to his immediate impact on our business.”

Crossworks Manufacturing and A. Link to Offer Ideal Cushion Collection to Forevermark Retailers

New York, NY—Crossworks Manufacturing Ltd. and A. Link have announced plans to create a collection for the Hearts & Arrows Ideal Cushion cut. It will be available exclusively to Forevermark authorized retailers in the United States.

Crossworks Manufacturing Ltd. launched the Hearts & Arrows Ideal Cushion as an exclusive offering through Forevermark last year. The new cut was developed to meet the growing demand for the cushion shape, and offers brand differentiation for Forevermark jewelers through this exclusive collection with A. Link.  

“The Ideal Cushion has been a tremendous success and in A. Link we have found a partner who can offer the added-value and exclusivity through its creative designs and style,” said Dylan Dix, group executive of Crossworks, adding that the cutter is known for its ability to produce Hearts & Arrows diamonds that maximize fire and brilliance.  “The A. Link Ideal Hearts & Arrows Cushion Collection will be a tremendous addition to our partnership with Forevermark.”

Both companies will premiere Crossworks Ltd.’s Hearts & Arrow Ideal Cushion diamonds and A. Link’s Hearts & Arrow Ideal Cushion Collection at the Forevermark Forum in Orlando March 18-20.