Chicago jewelers enter new era as gold prices surge to record highs above $4,000

WBEZ Chicago / by Chris Casacchia / October 15, 2025

Gold prices hit a record this past week, and the new gold rush is electrifying the jewelry industry and commodity markets — creating an unprecedented era for Chicago retailers, consumers and traders.

The market is so hot a customer at Stanley Brown Jewelist in Lincoln Square recently made a few thousands dollars from scrapped gold pieces, unused after their custom redesigned ring was finished, owner Shauna Hunter said. Read More Here.