The Surat lab received a 1.67 ct D-color pear shape submitted for laboratory-grown diamond service. Spectroscopy and fluorescence imaging confirmed this was a diamond grown by chemical vapor deposition (CVD) that had…
Meenu Subbiah, GIA GG, Meenu Subbiah Diamonds LLP “I strongly believe that awareness drives business growth. When consumers are informed about a product, it becomes easier for them to make decisions.” Ganeshan…
De Beers announced its rough diamond sales figures for the fourth sales cycle of 2024, revealing a decline. The provisional sales value for this cycle is $380 million, down 15% from $446…
The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has organised a Latin American delegation visit from 21st to 29th May 2024. The delegation will tour Brazil (São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro),…
Anglo American’s Board has rejected a third unsolicited takeover proposal from BHP Group Limited and extended the Put Up or Shut Up (PUSU) deadline to 29th May 2024. The proposal, received on…
Signet Jewelers and De Beers announced a collaboration to share the unique attributes of natural diamonds with a new generation of US couples, ahead of an expected 25% increase in engagements over…
Israel-based Sarine Technologies Ltd, the trailblazer in precision technology for the diamond industry, has announced a return to profitability in the first quarter of 2024. The company saw a 27% increase in…
The Kuwayama Corporation, a leading jewellery manufacturer from Japan, has joined the World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) as a Commercial Member. Founded in Tokyo in 1964, the Kuwayama Corporation is today the integrated…
The World Diamond Council (WDC) has issued a reminder to all industry members that the transition period for the newly revised System of Warranties (SoW) is drawing to a close. With just…
The recent Christie’s Magnificent Jewels auction showcased a stunning array of luxurious pieces, headlined by an extraordinary 202-carat yellow diamond. This remarkable gemstone captivated collectors and connoisseurs alike, ultimately selling for an…