Diamonds & Gems

The moves come amid a prolonged period of lower demand for diamonds, particularly in China.
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The gemstone show is slated to take place at the Scottish Rite Cathedral.

Roy Safit took over the role on Jan. 1.

Julia Hackman Chafé and Monica Elias have joined the organization’s board of directors.

This year will feature a new MJSA Showcase and partnership with Piazza Italia.

Gemfields said the Zambian government revoked the 2019 suspension of the tax with no warning.


The pair will work together to support independent retailers in India with marketing assets, training materials, and other tools.

The artist collaborated with industry creatives on the project, which features five fictional stories and five corresponding paintings.

Colored stones are stepping into a jewelry spotlight typically reserved for diamonds—are you ready to sell color?

“Promise by Effy” includes fashion jewelry and engagement rings.

The wholesaler is partnering with Australian brand Cheal Opal on a new offering of calibrated stones.

The miner temporarily halted operations on Dec. 24 following an invasion at the mine.

Manoj Bhandari, a principal of RMC Gems Inc., is the new president of the Indian Diamond & Colorstone Association.

The move is one of several cost-cutting measures outlined by the company as it faces a weaker luxury market and other challenges.

The 2,488-carat diamond recovered from a mine in Botswana has been dubbed “Motswedi” while its 1,094-carat sibling is “Seriti.”

The average price per carat hit a record high for the miner, which said it remains unaffected by the conflict in Mozambique.

Circelli was a pioneer in the world of TV shopping who is remembered for his passion for gemstones and his big personality.

DDG said the honorees’ business practices embody a commitment to positive social impact, industry innovation, and community empowerment.

Recent expansion initiatives at the Zambian emerald mine have shown strong production numbers, said Grizzly founder Abdoulaye Ndiaye.

The competition awarded 12 designers, each from a country where De Beers recovers diamonds, with business support and tuition assistance.

In a CNBC interview, CEO Tehmasp Printer discussed the IPO in India and what declining lab-grown diamond prices mean for the company.

The FTC’s Jewelry Guides require “clear and conspicuous” disclosure when advertising lab-grown diamonds.

The fine jewelry designer, who came out of retirement in 2017, is putting down his sketchpad for good.

An innovative artist inspired by the natural world, Lehrer is remembered for being a visionary and a shining light.

The industry veteran is remembered for his faith, his dedication to his family, his wealth of knowledge and his generosity in sharing it.

Monique Lhuillier and Kay Jewelers collaborated to create the pieces, which were offered at the recent Baby2Baby gala.

The miner said its November sale, which earned $16.1 million, felt the effect of competitive pricing by a rival Zambian producer.

“Forever Present” highlights gifting opportunities for natural diamonds, celebrating familial, friendship, and romantic relationships.
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