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The Plumb Club Welcomes New Premier Jewelry Suppliers
The Plumb Club, a respected entity within the jewelry sector, has recently broadened its membership by welcoming two new distinguished suppliers. For over four decades, The Plumb Club has consistently drawn in and provided the jewelry retail sector with a top-tier collection of the industry's most significant suppliers. This impressive lineup of ethical and influential enterprises has further grown in 2026 with the inclusion of Guild+Facet and Shivani Gems, expanding the Club's representation to well over a hundred jewelry, watch, and related service brands.
These new members bring unique strengths and a shared commitment to quality and integrity. Guild+Facet, a leading jewelry manufacturer, leverages over thirty years of family legacy and passion to realize retailers' distinct visions. They offer custom excellence, ranging from individual bespoke items to comprehensive product lines, seamlessly blending advanced technology with precise hand craftsmanship to ensure meticulous production. Shivani Gems, established in 1984, is renowned as a top manufacturer and distributor of natural, fancy-shaped diamonds. With global presence through offices in Antwerp and Mumbai, and a diamond cutting facility in Surat, the company has cultivated a reputation for exceptional service, supplying individual stones, matched pairs, and calibrated layouts. Both companies have expressed their pride in joining The Plumb Club, recognizing it as a benchmark for excellence and a testament to their dedication and ethical standards in the jewelry industry.
The Plumb Club’s president, Roger Forman, emphasized that the inclusion of these two new members further reinforces the organization's dedication to delivering substantial value across various initiatives. All members of The Plumb Club are mandated to adhere to stringent criteria concerning business ethics, operational practices, human rights, and social and environmental responsibility, alongside holding membership in The Responsible Jewellery Council. This ensures that the Club continues to represent companies that not only lead in innovation and quality but also operate with unwavering integrity and accountability within the global jewelry market.
The growth of The Plumb Club through the addition of such reputable members exemplifies a thriving industry committed to excellence, ethical conduct, and continuous improvement. It reflects a collective aspiration to elevate industry standards and foster a responsible and innovative environment for all stakeholders.
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