Recovered from its mine in Tanzania, the 32.33-carat colored stone went for $15 million, or more than $460,000 per carat.
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Today show viewers selected a Todd Reed band for him and a Single Stone ring for her for the couple married live on the morning show.
What is likely, however, is that the economy will keep growing at its current slow, and some would say unsatisfactory, pace.

The 15.99-carat Burmese ruby, set in a platinum and 18-karat gold Verdura ring with diamond accents, will be up for sale at Christie’s New York in April.

On Tuesday, the Aaron Faber Gallery will open “Phenomenal Jewelry” featuring commissioned pieces from 21 jewelry designers highlighting exceptional colored stones.
CEO Mark Light called it “an excellent finish to another strong year” for the retailer, aided by strong diamond fashion jewelry sales in the fourth quarter.

Experts share the best answer to the question, “Why do I need a watch when my phone tells the time?” and tell jewelers why they should carry smartwatches.

Aurelia Roman, a constant at the side of husband Michael Roman during his long career in the jewelry industry, died Saturday, Oct. 24. She was 94 years old.

Retailer Helzberg Diamonds now is carrying the Royal Asscher Brilliant Cut and Royal Asscher Helzberg Diamonds collection in 40 of its stores and online.
Here are the top five stories published on NationalJeweler.com last week, according to Google Analytics.
Called the “Fireworks” Fantasy Bra, it is studded with more than 6,500 gemstones and will be worn by model Lily Aldridge during the brand’s annual fashion show.
Sex discrimination laws recently have been interpreted to include discrimination on the basis of gender identity--an individual’s perceived gender. Suzan Flamm with the JVC tells jewelers what they need to know about these developments.
Stuller’s 2016 Bench Jeweler Workshop will be the site of the company’s inaugural “Battle of the Benches,” which will give four bench jewelers the chance to showcase their jewelry-making skills on the spot.
Fusion/Hennig Tenders has a 128.18-carat fancy yellow diamond to sell, a stone recovered from a diamond tailings plant in South Africa.
The two Swiss gem labs have come to an agreement on the color and quality standards for “pigeon blood red” and “royal blue,” terms used to describe rubies and sapphires.
The line, called Effy Hematian - New York, features one-of-a-kind jewelry with gemstones that have been specially cut and hand-carved for consumers who are looking for more unique pieces.
Here are the top five stories published on NationalJeweler.com last week, according to Google Analytics.
The Cultured Pearl Association of America has launched its third annual fundraising event, this time raffling off a trip to Fiji to benefit its initiatives to promote cultured pearls awareness and education.
Columnist and public relations professional Lilian Raji advises a Canadian jeweler on the best places to spend his limited social media marketing budget. (Hint: It’s not Facebook.)

After 25 years in business, Julie Romanenko’s brand still is going strong and has gained a new following with the launch of a bridal collection.

The New York City-based vendor of jewelry display and packaging materials now is offering online ordering via its newly enhanced and streamlined website.

Apple has dropped the price of its entry-level Apple Watch Sport model by $50 for both the 38 mm and the 42 mm versions.

At Baselworld, the Swiss brand also unveiled a watch it made to commemorate The Beatles.

In its Business Pulse survey for March, Jewelers of America surveyed jewelers about their plans for passing on the family business. How do our results compare with the situation at your store?
Now called the “Blue Moon of Josephine,” a blue diamond that sold for $48.5 million Wednesday set a record price for any jewel at auction.