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Julius Klein Diamonds Unveils Its Future with an Evening Celebrating Its Past

May 4th, 2023

Julius Klein Diamonds (JKD) recently held an exclusive event to celebrate the unveiling of its new B2B jewelry showroom in New York City. The event was graced by the presence of a plethora of of distinguished individuals in the diamond and jewelry industry, including Rahul Kadakia of Christie’s, Martin Rapaport of the Rapaport Diamond Report and the RapNet online diamond trading network, and Katherine Bodoh, CEO of AGS American Gem Society, among many others. The attendees’ collective expertise and experience in the industry made for a stimulating and engaging discussion of the state of the industry, both past and present and to celebrate long legacy of Julius Klein Diamonds and their remarkable contributions to the diamond industry, reminiscing about the company’s rich heritage.  The event was a true celebration of luxury and innovation in the diamond industry. Guests had an opportunity to explore the new state-of-the-art showroom and experience the stunning collection of diamonds and jewelry pieces on display. The showroom features advanced technology and lighting that creates an immersive environment, giving retail partners a chance to experience the finest diamonds and jewelry. 

(The 40-foot terrace also provided a breathtaking grand view of the midtown Manhattan skyline, providing an extra level of luxury to the overall experience.)

The JKD unveiling party was such a success that attendees stayed well into the night, enjoying the stunning collection of diamonds and jewelry, savoring the delectable food and drinks, and networking with industry experts. The festive atmosphere of the event and the opportunity to admire the latest innovations in the diamond industry made for a memorable and enjoyable experience. The party was a true celebration of luxury and innovation in the diamond industry and left attendees with a lasting impression of JKD’s commitment to excellence.

(Martin Klein and Martin Rappaport, both with over 50 years of experience each in the diamond industry, chat about the industry’s current state. The photo captures a moment of two diamond industry legends sharing their experiences and insights.)

CEO Martin Klein expressed his gratitude towards the attendees and his excitement for the future of JKD. “We are thrilled to share this beautiful new showroom with our retail partners and industry colleagues.” 

The Klein family holds loyalty and relationships in high regard, which is why when it was time to construct the new showroom, they turned to Gilbert, with whom they have a longstanding relationship. The Kleins and Gilbert shared a joint vision of creating a luxurious and elevated experience for their retail partners.  Gilbert was instrumental in the construction of the new showroom, utilizing sustainable materials and implementing state-of-the-art technology and lighting to create an immersive environment that showcases the beauty of each unique piece on display.

(Ronnie Vanderlinden of Diamex, David Bonaparte of Jewelers of America, Barry Ballen & Michell Billota of Gilbert and Mark Klein – Julius Klein.)

“This showroom represents a major investment into the future of JKD and is a testament to our commitment to providing not only the highest quality diamonds and jewelry pieces to our retail partners but also an elevated luxury experience” Mark Klein, Vice President.

(As seen on voyageny.com)