Precision-cut gemstones, gold-filled chain styles, made-to-order chain, diamond testing and laser personalization solutions help jewelers move faster, customize more and keep production on pace during the holiday season
Rio Grande, a division of Richline Group, is supporting jewelers and retailers get ahead of the 2026 holiday rush with an expanded lineup of gemstones, chain, equipment and finished product built for speed, customization and volume. The additions are designed to help businesses fill cases, complete custom orders and keep production moving through the season’s peak demand.
From precision-cut gemstones and made-to-order chain to diamond testing and in-house laser personalization, the latest offerings give jewelers more options to fill cases, complete custom orders and respond to holiday demand while keeping more work in-house.
Precision-Cut Gemstones
Rio Grande has added precision-cut sapphires and emeralds to its gemstone offering. The stones provide manufacturers, jewelers and designers with precision-cut stones to an exact size, ready-to-set options that can help streamline the setting process and support CAD-driven designs.
The new gemstone offering builds on Rio Grande’s Calibrated Melee Diamond Program, launched in 2025, which features calibrated natural and lab-grown melee in a range of shapes. Together, the offerings give jewelers more specification-driven options for production and custom work during the holiday season.
Made-to-Order and Cut-to-Order Chain
For custom requests, Rio Grande’s Made-to-Order Chain service lets jewelers design high-quality bracelets and necklaces at custom lengths. The jeweler selects the chain and length, clasp, plating finish, and Rio Grande will assemble and ship the chain finished and ready to wear.
Rio Grande also sells chain cut to order by the inch in plated, vermeil, gold-filled and sterling silver options. This helps retailers handle quick-turn holiday requests, such as custom lengths, extensions and repairs, without carrying excess inventory. A wide range of lengths and increments is available.
New Mixed Metal Chain Styles
Three new 14/20 gold-filled & sterling silver chains, sold by the foot, give retailers eye-catching styles at an accessible price point:
- A 3.32 mm scroll chain (657533B) Its spiral link is the only one of its kind in Rio Grande’s inventory.
- A 5.82 mm cable chain (657532B)
- A 3.91 mm flat elongated cable chain (657531B)
Diamond Testing
The holidays bring a spike in diamond sales, trade-ins, repairs, and estate buying. They also bring more customer questions about natural versus lab-grown stones.
The Gemlogis Belize Pro (113271) provides jewelers with a compact diamond-testing solution designed for both loose and mounted stones. Its footprint makes it easy to incorporate into existing retail and bench workflows, identifying natural diamonds, lab-grown diamonds, moissanite and simulants, giving jewelers a practical tool for diamond screening during busy holiday transactions.
In-House Personalization
Personalized gifts continue to create opportunities for jewelers during the holiday season, and Rio Grande’s xTool laser systems give businesses options for bringing more personalization work in-house.
- xTool F2 Ultra UV (202313). Using UV laser technology, this system is designed for fine-detail engraving on glass, crystal, acrylic and other materials. Faster processing and batch capabilities can support higher holiday order volumes.
- xTool F2 (202312). This compact, portable system uses an infrared laser to mark gold, silver, platinum, brass, copper and stainless steel, making it suited for retail counters, studios, pop-ups and holiday personalization events.
Together, the systems give jewelers more flexibility to personalize merchandise in-house, reduce outsourcing and maintain greater control over turnaround times.
Capital Equipment and 3D Printing
Rio Grande also offers Avalon and casting equipment, along with 3D printing solutions, to support jewelers looking to maintain production capacity and efficiency during periods of increased demand.
New Finished Designs
Rounding out the holiday lineup are new finished jewelry designs that give retailers ready-to-sell options for cases and gift-giving, complementing the custom-design and production services available through Rio Grande.
“Holiday season puts pressure on turnaround time, and that’s where having the right tools and access to reliable services can make a difference,” said Dennis Claspell, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Rio Grande. “Whether a jeweler needs a precision-cut gemstone ready to set, a chain finished to a specific length, diamond-testing equipment for a busy trade-in day, or the ability to personalize a gift in-house, these solutions are designed to help our customers respond to demand and capture more holiday business.”
From precision-cut gemstones and custom chain to diamond testing, laser personalization, equipment and support from the Jewelry Tech Team, Rio Grande’s holiday lineup gives jewelers tools and resources to help them meet seasonal demand while maintaining quality and turnaround times.
For more information, visit RioGrande.com or call 1-800-545-6566.
About Rio Grande
Rio Grande, a division of Richline Group, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, has been a trusted partner to the jewelry industry since 1944. Rio Grande remains committed to its mission: supporting jewelers with the highest quality products and best possible service. As one of the jewelry industry’s largest wholesale suppliers, the team manufactures, sources and distributes precious metals, findings, diamonds and gemstones, along with bench tools and innovative equipment. Comprehensive in-house customization services, educational content and unparalleled support from the Jewelry Tech Team make Rio Grande more than a supplier, but a partner helping businesses thrive.
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