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CD Peacock, Reinhold Jewelers and Bernard James Nominated For 2025 Gem Awards October 31, 2024 (0 comments)
New York, NY--Jewelers of America (JA) and the GEM Awards Committee have announced the 2025 GEM Award Nominees in the categories of Jewelry Design, Media Excellence and Retail Innovation. The winners in these three categories will be announced live during GEM Awards on March 14, 2025, at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York.
GEM Awards honors individuals and brands whose work raises the visibility and status of fine jewelry and watches. Each nominee has achieved excellence in their respective field. The finalists for the Gem Awards for Retail Innovation are familiar names for Centurion jewelers, designers and manufacturers. They are:
CD Peacock, Chicago
Family-owned and operated jeweler since 1837, has reimagined luxury retail with its new 20,900-square-foot flagship store, The CD Peacock Mansion, at Oakbrook Center in Oak Brook, Illinois. The two-story space blends contemporary design with luxe details that includes serpentine glass façade and sunlit interiors, The Mansion showcases jewelry, watches, the House of Peacock high jewelry collection, custom jewelry design and an extensive watch strap library with bespoke offerings. The Bridesmaid and Proposal Rooms offer intimate shopping experiences, while The Peacock Room 1837 boasts a horological library and private seating. Onsite repair services include bench jewelers and watchmakers. The Mansion also has a bar with a mixologist, a commercial prep kitchen, and event spaces for bridal parties, charity events, and seated dinners.
Reinhold Jewelers, San Juan, Puerto Rico
Reinhold Jewelers was founded by Marie Helene Reinhold, whose passion for discovering and nurturing talented designers has shaped the brand for over 55 years. Known for viewing jewelry as wearable art, she sought to highlight the stories behind each piece and its creator. Reinhold celebrates craftsmanship, showcasing collections that blend luxury, fashion and personal meaning. Reinhold saw jewelry as a medium for personal storytelling. Each piece carries a memory, transforming milestones and occasions into treasured moments. The store takes pride in fostering relationships with designers, clients and associates creating a community built on quality and trust. The connection between art, life, and jewelry defines the Reinhold experience, continuing Marie Helene's legacy of elevating the jewelry landscape.
Bernard James, Greenpoint, Brooklyn, New York
Bernard James’ first retail is described by the Gem Awards committee “as a place where design, art, and community meet.” A transparent studio wall offers a glimpse into the creative process and activations ranging from piercing parties to brand collaborations, redefining the traditional fine jewelry experience. It features custom USM displays, curated art and Altec Lansing speakers crafted from oak, the space embraces a multi-sensory approach to design.
As previously reported, John A. Green, president and CEO of Lux Bond & Green, will be honored with the prestigious GEM Award for Lifetime Achievement.
At the upcoming gala, the Gem Awards for Jewelry Design and for Media Excellence will also be presented. The nominees are as follows:
The GEM Award Nominees for Jewelry Design:
Sophie Bille Brahe, Sophie Bille Brahe of Copenhagen, Denmark
Beth Hutchens, FoundRae, New York
Selim Mouzannar, Beruit, Lebanon
The GEM Award Nominees for Media Excellence:
Sam Broekema is the editor-in-chief of Only Natural Diamonds at the Natural Diamond Council
Paige Reddinger, Robb Report’s watch and jewelry editor
Trace Shelton is the editor-in-chief of INSTORE
Proceeds from GEM Awards directly benefit valuable industry programs that enhance JA’s mission to improve consumer confidence in jewelry and watches. To support the honorees, purchase sponsorships and explore advertising opportunities, visit www.jewelers.org/gemawards.