The Fifth China International Gold, Jewelry & Gem Fair, Guangzhou

The Fifth China International Gold, Jewelry & Gem Fair, Guangzhou will be held from 13 to 16 June 2008 at Guangzhou Jinhan Exhibition Centre in Guangzhou. This year's fair would have the highest level of government support and the greatest numbers of exhibitors and kinds of exhibits, accommodating more than 500 booths. According to a survey there would be over 250 exhibitors participating, coming from China, Hong Kong, India, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey and US. With great support from local government and industry associations, the scale of the Fair is expanding further.

The Panyu government is giving the greatest of support to the Fair this year and the response of the region 's companies is vigorous. Such prominent companies as Sinoble, Waddy, KTL, Yuanjun, Legend, Luk Fook, Dai Sun, Henry Jewelry and Helix Diamonds will participate, displaying their fine jewelry at the Fair. An-Ge-More, together with some other gemstone companies, will exhibit good-quality loose gemstones at the gemstone pavilion. Besides, the participation of Conghua and Sihui will promote their characteristic jewelry industry to overseas buyers. "

China International Gold, Jewelry & Gem Fair, Guangzhou keeps side by side knowledge of market needs in every improvement in order to create business for the jewelry industry. Mr. Chan, Manager (China) of CMP Asia said, "Because of the unique potential of Guangzhou, which possesses a rich supply of jewelry raw materials and is recognized as the wholesaling hub for jewelry raw materials in China, the Fair attaches the same importance to both materials and finished products. Apart from glamorous finished jewelry, diverse raw materials, including diamonds, gemstones, pearls, jade and jadeite, silver, semi-precious stones, synthetic stones and cubic zirconia, will be showcased beneath the same roof in different sections, allowing buyers to purchase efficiently the products they need. "

Apart from the fabulous products displayed, the organizers will arrange a series of technical seminars. These will be presented with the professional expertise of China Gold Association, Jewelry News Asia Chinese Edition, International Colored Gemstone Association, TTF Studio, Guangdong Provincial Gem & Precious Metal Testing Centre and the Gemological Institute of America. The seminar organized by the Testing Centre will be open to the public, offering everyone a chance to learn about jewelry connoisseurship.

As for visitors, in addition to visitors of two visit programs and regular buyers, currently more than 500 local and overseas buyers from 45 countries and regions have pre-registered to visit the Fair via the Internet and by other means.

Hadar Company Founder Weighs In on Skyrocketing Metal Prices

Today, Hadar is a worldwide supplier of Russian Brilliants, natural diamonds and synthetic stones and was founded in the year 2000.The Company specializes in ideal cut stones and has clients on five continents. Hadar is a full service jewelry provider, offering custom designs, contract manufacturing and jewelry repair services, all at competitive prices.

Gerry Hauser, founder of Hadar Company, advises consumers to buy jewelry only made in the U.S. these days, in light of skyrocketing precious metal prices. In addition to being founder and president of Hadar Company, Hauser also co-founded La Jolla Diamond Co. and Heritage Estate Buyers, Inc. and is recognized as an authority on diamonds and diamond simulants.

"The price for gold continues to climb to new highs, increasing from $600 to $985 an ounce," says Hauser, "and platinum values have risen from $1,100 to $2,260 -- all in the past year. Price proliferations are fueled by international demand for jewelry and investors hedging against inflation."

To compensate for the higher metal prices, Hauser says many competing companies sell rings manufactured in China. Most 14KW rings are high polished nickel over white gold and 'flash' rhodium plated. Initially, the ring will appear very shiny. This appeal can last for three to six months. Hauser says nickel over white gold can produce an allergic reaction and can potentially cause lung damage.

"These rings are outlawed for sale in most of Europe," says Hauser. "Sizing is another issue. Flame used in sizing burns the nickel. The ring will turn black. Some platinum rings manufactured in China have hollow sections or are platinum plated over silver."

Hadar continues to offer engagement rings and other jewelry items manufactured only in the U.S. Hadar does not compromise quality to compensate for the rising cost of gold and platinum. In the previous twelve months, Hadar cut internal costs to maintain stable pricing.

To further aid consumers, Hadar has implemented an Easy Pay Plan. The Easy Pay Plan allows consumers to lock in the price at the time of purchase. Buyers will not pay more because of increased metal prices. Consumers can purchase loose stones or jewelry set in the metal of their choice with a 20% deposit / monthly payments / no interest / no credit checks. Now customers can design their own ring and payment plan. For more information, please visit http://www.russianbrilliants.net/ and http://www.hadardiamonds.com/.