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Originally slated to take effect in April, official U.S. Customs and Border Protection documents now show the implementation date as “TBD.”

The 13 lots on offer were comprised of material that previously went unsold at the miner’s November auction.

Declining supply and growing demand persist in the colored gemstone market, presenters from Gemworld said at AGTA GemFair Tucson.

Around 30 whimsical Fabergé animal carvings will go up for auction at Sotheby’s Geneva in May.

The wholesale collection features material from the Rock Creek mine in a variety of colors.

The “Divinely Guided” collection, created in collaboration with Theresa Caputo, features symbols that celebrate the power of connection.

AGTA recently concluded its 2025 GemFair event in Tucson and is already gearing up for next year’s show, set for Feb. 2-6, 2026.

Late last year, the India-based diamond manufacturer recorded emissions per carat that are 34 percent lower than the industry average.

The limited-edition “Chocolocket” fits a mini square of Ghirardelli chocolate inside.

The brands immersed one of Bulgari’s most famous historical icons in MB&F’s ultra-mechanical universe of haute horlogerie.

A group of creatives talked to Associate Editor Lauren McLemore about their approach to the annual Tucson gem, mineral, and fossil shows.

The auction also featured the sale of a Cartier necklace made when Egyptomania was sweeping Great Britain.

The boards of at least five chapters have resigned in response to controversial statements the WJA national board president made last month.

Olivier Kessler-Gay will take over the role on March 3.

The showcase, in its second year, will feature more than 20 international brands at its curated event from Feb. 2-4.

The seminar series covers topics from market trends and colored stone terminology to working with museums and growing an Instagram profile.

Jemora Gemhouse’s inaugural auction, slated for March, will take place in Dubai and feature polished sapphires.

The gemstone show is slated to take place at the Scottish Rite Cathedral.

The online diamond and jewelry marketplace has expanded, introducing a new platform dedicated to colored gemstone trading.

Roy Safit took over the role on Jan. 1.

The company also is matching donations made to Jewelers of America and the Diamond Council of America’s Jewelers Relief Fund.

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

The watches’ dials feature artwork celebrating the vibrant energy and unique landscapes of six of America’s national parks.

The grading lab said the search for her successor is underway.















