Leading the jewelry industry for

50+ YEARS

Vertical Integration
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Higher Quality & Lower Price

India's Highest Jewelry Exporter By Dollar Volume For

16 Years

About Us

Amassing a cumulative trade experience that transcends over four decades, Gold Star Jewellery, has firmly etched itself as a preferred supplier to most Major National and Multi-National retail jewelry brands

Under the leadership of Michael Lerche, Gold Star Jewellery has set a standard for what is expected when it comes to both quality of product and customer service. Our growth has been exponential and can be credited to our amazing staff.

Facilitating an inclusive environment and working together with different cultures and backgrounds, Gold Star has been able to assure its authenticity and integrity in an ever-changing global market, and is determined to always be considered a leading supplier of diamond jewelry product.

Management Team

Michael Lerche

President

Michael brings 40 years of experience in the diamond jewelry industry to the table, covering merchandising, sales and infrastructure. As a top management professional he is responsible for leading Gold Star’s business and facilitating its’ growth. Michael is also a Plumb Club President-A leading supply side organization bringing the best jewelers in the industry to the best retailers.

Steven Lerche

COO

Steven has spent his entire life surrounded by the diamond and jewelry industry, with added experience in sales and finance. Taking apprenticeship under his father, Michael, Steven is responsible for the development of sales at Gold Star, as well as leading the operations staff to maximize growth and efficiency.

Adam Gerber

Executive Vice President, Sales

With over 25 years of experience in jewelry manufacturing and sales, Adam has a proven track record of success in handling major retailers with hundreds of millions in combined sales. His expertise helps to lead and motivate our salesforce to its maximum potential. Adam’s ability to target trends and implement them into jewelry assortments and his proficiency in sales analysis and forecasting to maximize opportunities, makes him a key player in the Gold Star team.

Jeffrey Shlakman

Creative Director

Beginning his career as a diamond sorter Jeffrey has amassed over 3 decades of industry experience. With a unique perspective on design and execution, his expertise has guided Gold Star’s creative division and overall business to new heights. Jeffrey has helped to curate Gold Star’s signature lines, as well as brands for National and Multi-National retailers.

Tina Moretti

Head: Business Development and Branding

Tina is responsible for licensing and branded sales at Gold Star. She has spent her career working with designers, celebrities, and retailers to bring the very best and unique product to domestic and worldwide recognition. With a tremendous amount of marketing and industry experience, she helps lead one of that fastest growing divisions at Gold Star

Jeffrey Bergman

Vice President Finance and Accounting

Jeffrey has over 30 years of experience in the jewelry industry working for some of the largest multi-national jewelry wholesalers in the United States. Jeffrey has sat on numerous industry boards including the 24KT Club of the City of New York, of which he is Treasurer, and the RJO (Retail Jewelers Organization). Jeffrey holds an MBA degree from New York University and has previously been a CPA in the State of New Jersey.

Our Products

MACHINE SET & CASTED ANNIVERSARY BANDS

FASHION

BRIDAL

BRIDAL

Brands & Licence

Exclusive Zac Posen Collection

News & Articles

July 17, 2018

The Plumb Club Elects New President, Vice President and Board Member

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: The Plumb Club has announced the results of their annual elections effective July 1st, 2018.

Michael Lerche of Gold Star Jewellery, has been elected President, replacing Jonathan Cohen of IB Goodman Company after serving three years, which is the Club’s term limit. Replacing Mr. Lerche as Vice President is A.J. Tosyali of Benchmark. Pranav Shah of KGS Jewels was elected as a new board member, replacing Sam Sandberg who also reached his term limit after serving on the board for seven years.

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June 09, 2021

Jewelers Golf Outing Provides Needed Support for Childhood Cancer and Industry Families Affected by COVID

Jewelers on the fairway marks 13th year of giving back.

(PRESS RELEASE) NEW YORK — 2021 will mark the 13th year that Jewelers on the Fairway has united jewelry industry golfers to support a needed charity. To date, the event has raised over $500,000 for Hope & Heroes, a charity supporting cutting-edge research and the families of patients who need pediatric hematology, oncology and stem cell transplantation at the Columbia University Irving Medical Center. The center treats more than 1,500 patients each year, ensuring that every child has access to high quality, comprehensive care.

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June 23, 2021

Zac Posen Designs Inclusive Wedding Jewelry to Celebrate "Love, Unity, and Marriage for All"

See his latest collaboration with Blue Nile.

Zac Posen and Blue Nile have teamed up once again to create a dreamy wedding ring collection—this time with every type of couple in mind. The new line offers classic, timeless pieces with modern finishes—built to transcend gender and honor all kinds of love.

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December 03, 2020

The Plumb Club Podcasts End Year on a Technology Note for December

New York – What’s true in other industries may not always apply to the jewelry industry. However, what is universal across all industries is that companies who do not embrace technology to fuel their businesses will be left behind. This month, The Plumb Club podcasts focus on technologies in production, customer experience and omni-channel marketing in order to help retailers tell both their product stories and brand stories. December also features a special third podcast addition to the library. This months topics?

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August 27-30, 2021

JCK Industry Fund

By the industry for the industry, JCK Industry Fund supports projects that will have the most sustainable impact to improve the growth and health for the industry at large.

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