Alrosa has voluntarily stepped down from the position of Vice-Chair of the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), temporarily leaving the Board of Directors due to the Russia-Ukraine war. This was communicated to the…
Diamonds in fancy shapes, bigger carat solitaires, and fancy colours, especially yellow and pink, are having a moment. Diamond-studded jewellery across categories – from bridal to high-end to daily wear – were…
Turkish designer Ece Şirin’s fascination with symbolism has led her to design an array of bejewelled bees. Ece Şirin’s had an extremely successful career working with mega-brands such as Microsoft and Coca-Cola…
Douglas Hucker, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA), has announced his departure from the association, effective 2nd March, 2022. AGTA has been under the leadership of Hucker…
Platinum jewellery sales saw a growth of 35-40% YoY in Q4 2021 at Platinum Guild International’s (PGI’s) retail partners in India supported by the key festive and wedding season and improved consumer…
Diamond mining major Alrosa’s full year 2021 revenue grew by 50% to RUB 332 billion ($3.36 billion) on the back of a 42% increase in total rough diamond sales and the gem…
Candy coloured gemstones and pastel enamels are the flavour of the season. Apart from the popular big 3, the rocks jostling for the limelight are rose quartz, opals, tourmalines, multi-coloured sapphires, tanzanites,…
Coloured gemstones in lighter shades are climbing the popularity charts. Here’s what some exhibitors from the coloured gemstone section revealed to Solitaire International. We are manufacturers of emeralds and mainly source our…
De Beers Group Executive Vice President for Brands & Consumer Markets, Stephen Lussier’s contribution to marketing diamonds has been unparalleled and immense. Solitaire covers his grand send-off held jointly by GJEPC and…
Hari Krishna Group held its Annual Sports Day at the Air India Ground, Mumbai on 26th February to promote health benefits among its employees, reduce stress, and build teamwork among colleagues. The…