Strong Attendance at First Chicago Antique Jewelry & Watch Show

(IDEX Online News) – More than 100 dealers attended the 1st annual Chicago Antique Jewelry & Watch Show, which took place recently at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers. Attendees included international collectors, retail storeowners and members of the jewelry trade.

"We were overwhelmed by the antique and jewelry communities' excitement as we entered into the Chicago market," said fair director Andrea Canady. "It's evident by the attendance numbers that this show was successful for its first appearance in the windy city. We are looking forward to returning next year."

Items available at the show included goods from Tiffany & Co., Harry Winston, Patek Phillipee, Cartier and Rolex.

"The first annual Chicago Antique Jewelry & Watch Show was better than we could have ever anticipated," said Lee Josephson, vice president of Raymond Lee Jewelers. "It was a great way for us to reach a whole new market of affluent retail clients. Our company was able to connect with a network of Chicago-based dealers. We are excited for the future growth of the Chicago Antique Jewelry & Watch Show."

The Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show will take place May 31-June 3 at the Paris Hotel.