The brilliant-cut fancy vivid yellow stone sold for $1.1 million.
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![Boochier’s 18-karat yellow gold “Slinkee Drops” earrings with emeralds totaling 0.6 carats ($3,770) Emerald Slinkee Drops earrings](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/0b76f2302d0e177bef4cffe6f3de82e9.jpg)
The emerald earrings reference objects from designer Melinda Zeman’s childhood.
![Grizzly Mining sold 112 of the 117 lots offered at its recent emerald auction in Dubai. Grizzly Mining rough emeralds](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/6ff9f5e1157af05b9328873c04becc46.jpg)
The miner’s March auction generated $19 million.
![Mingling avant-garde execution with heirloom aesthetics, the new emerald capsule collection “Chopard x Julia Roberts” is a collaboration between the actress and Chopard Co-President and Artistic Director Caroline Scheufele. Julia Roberts wearing a Chopard necklace](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/3a558ea099f1d26a9923f85fbf1dc448.jpg)
“Chopard x Julia Roberts” showcases the first gems cut from the 6,000-carat-plus “Insofu Emerald."
![Lotus Tiara](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/8b3a2a439e6aea327c29183b38e60d76.jpg)
The versatile jewel pairs ancient Egyptian inspiration with a modern design.
![A nearly 16-carat brilliant-cut fancy vivid yellow diamond is one highlight of the upcoming Phillips Hong Kong auction. 15.51-Carat Yellow Diamond](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/a77a0c3f37a02a9122513b84a45c8e61.jpg)
It’s estimated to sell for up to $1.3 million at the upcoming sale on March 28.
![On the Oscars red carpet, celebrities dazzled in colored gemstones, like Cynthia Erivo, pictured here in tsavorite, diamond and pearl earrings from Roberto Coin. Cynthia Erivo](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/e7a0a1cd035ac18cf36b36c058401fcf.jpg)
Vibrant gemstones, layered diamond pieces and brooches with a story stole the show.
![Fancy shapes, multiple stones and sculptural designs are just a few of the engagement ring trends experts expect to see flourish or continue in 2024. A selection of engagement rings](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/4fc66c451c8fe031dfa9f5e405b08aa1.jpg)
From three-stone rings to fancy shapes, experts weigh in on what consumers could be looking for this year.
![In her latest Style File, Amanda Gizzi rounds up 17 jewels centering March’s romantic birthstone, including these 18-karat white gold aquamarine earrings with diamonds and pearls from Dena Kemp ($29,500). Dana Kemp aquamarine earrings](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/b7c48005848811b00ac37dd3d43ff3ba.jpg)
The soft blue March birthstone dazzles in every size.
![Indian actress Saiyami Kher appears in the campaign film for Fura Gems’ new mine-to-market collection featuring pink sapphire jewelry, “Celebration Sapphires.” Indian actress Saiyami Kher celebration sapphires](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/2b7ffff6e99e1c2c707f27b235d09ef6.jpg)
The gemstone mining company’s “Celebration Sapphires” collection has launched in India.
![The 125-carat Jonker I Diamond is the centerpiece of the exhibit. The largest stone cut from the world-famous Jonker Diamond, it has not been on public view for decades. (Photo courtesy of NHMLAC) Jonker I Diamonds](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/16a2cde018689f177839537a50f90572.jpg)
A new display at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County features dozens of gemstones each weighing 100 carats or more.
![From now until the end of March, the Gemological Institute of America is offering 20 percent off jade reports at its locations worldwide. The lab recently revamped its report for the green gemstone, changing the layout and adding details like a table outlining the various jade type definitions. GIA logo](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/eb40d7b19d36da7c6d4b1d84149c26d0.jpg)
The 20 percent off promotion will run through March 31.
![This Lydia Courteille ring featuring red corundum carved lips, crystal, and brown diamonds (price upon request) is one of 20 "crazy cool” pieces Amanda Gizzi features in her Valentine’s Day Style File. Lydia Courteille Lips ring](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/7c92ff8b4cc3e5225f5a16ad0591a2c2.jpg)
When it comes to Valentine’s Day jewels, the fun doesn’t stop at hearts.
![This royal orb, or globus cruciger, containing Muzo emeralds was recovered from the wreck of the Nuestra Señora de Atocha in 1985. It is now part of the Muzo Private Collection. Muzo Private Collection royal orb](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/b471e83b12c008e90d173d513a07c199.jpg)
The three pieces, recovered from a 17th century shipwreck, are set with emeralds from Colombia’s Muzo mine.
![These amethyst, lavender spinel, and pearl earrings from Assael ($24,000) are one of the 16 jewels Amanda Gizzi selected to celebrate February babies. Assael amethyst, pearl and lavender spinel earrings](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/d1959c18eebf0541b9be750230b16d76.jpg)
There’s a lot to love about February’s birthstone, from its affordability to its “soul-captivating color.”
![The Tucson gem and mineral shows are just around the corner, and Associate Editor, Gemstones, Lauren McLemore is gearing up for her first time attending. (Image credit AGTA.org) Tucson Gem Hall](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/6cdb712a816f151d03769545d7686d15.jpg)
Live gem cutting, supply chain updates, and “the tents” are just a few of the things on Associate Editor Lauren McLemore’s to-do list.
![The American Museum of Natural History has extended its “Garden of Green” exhibition, originally scheduled to close this month, to mid-March. Garden of Green exhibit](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/977e3c6b410a2289cbf35889896e476e.jpg)
Visitors to the American Museum of Natural History now have until March to see the celebration of green jewelry from Van Cleef & Arpels.
![In her latest Style File, Amanda Gizzi features 15 pieces incorporating January’s versatile birthstone, the garnet. These jewel-toned garnet, diamond and enamel earrings are from Cicada ($17,250). Cicada earrings](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/472fa90edc60310ca64620a362c35576.jpg)
The January birthstone jewelry ranges from simple to sublime.
![AGA’s annual conference and gala will feature an anniversary celebration, a variety of speakers and recognition of the 2023 AGA Antonio C. Bonanno Award recipient. AGA 50th anniversary](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/57e441b4dcef3301a2301ba68707288a.jpg)
The association’s annual conference and gala will include recognition of the milestone.
![GIA’s new jade report will include details on the type of jade and, when appropriate, employ the trade term “Fei Cui.” GIA logo](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/bc6a00c25ca106ec6c5a5f40ff7565fe.jpg)
The improved report includes additional information and a new layout.
![“The World of Heidi Horten” sale at Christie’s was one of many memorable auction moments in 2023. The sale, which continued despite controversy, featured more than 700 pieces from the late billionaire’s collection, including the jewels from Van Cleef & Arpels and Boivin, seen here. Heidi Horten Van Cleef & Arpels and Boivin jewels](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/793a0b7071424ca2816d4257f58a9a98.jpg)
From record-setting gems to celebrities and controversy, Associate Editor Lauren McLemore looks back on the year’s most intriguing sales.
![Gemfields’ December mixed-quality rough ruby sale, its last auction of the year, raised its total auction revenue for the year to $242 million, the second highest in its history, and brought its cumulative emerald and ruby auction sales total to more than $2 billion. Gemfields rough rubies](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/78777b7c594e87ccbb6a272b03207444.jpg)
Its final sale this year brought the miner’s annual auction revenue to the second highest in its history.
![A 1930s gem-set and enamel ‘Maltese cross’ cuff attributed to Verdura for Chanel (left) and a loose cushion-cut Burmese sapphire weighing 11.87 carats (right) were the top lots in Bonhams New York Jewels auction this week.](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/f1b0528af8627d3f5cb1922e512f66b3.jpg)
Several other colored gemstones joined the pieces in the top 10 list.
![The “Earth Magic II” necklace is the standout piece of the latest “Green Jewel” collection from Muzo and Argyle. Muzo emerald and argyle pink diamond necklace](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/bf2888d908064489e043361066a8cb0c.jpg)
It’s the hero piece of the newest "Green Jewel" collection, a collaborative offering from the two mines.
![In its recent “Jewelry for Wildlife” fundraiser, Columbia Gem House raised more than $12,000 to support CRRIFS, a nonprofit in Mexico focused on conservation, research, and rehabilitation along the Sonoran Coast. Columbia Gem House fundraiser](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/f229cad016615fdbc2ce7fb3e341d60d.jpg)
The money will help a nonprofit rehabilitate sea turtles.