DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DGSE Companies, Inc. (NYSE MKT: DGSE) (“DGSE” or “the Company”), a leading wholesaler and retailer of jewelry, diamonds, fine watches, and precious metal bullion and rare coin products, today announced that Matthew M. Peakes has been appointed to the positions of Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer of DGSE Companies, Inc., effective September 16, 2015. Mr. Peakes will replace James D. "Dusty" Clem, who previously announced his resignation as Cha