Each precious metal goes through a rollercoaster ride in its supply and demand cycle. Analyst Sanjiv Arole chalks out the ups and downs of platinum pricing over the last few decades vis-a-vis…
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India’s Ministry of Consumer Affairs , Food & Public Distribution based on extensive consultations with key stakeholders of the trade has exempted Gold Jewellery Exports from the mandatory hallmarking that comes into…
Despite ongoing challenges escalated by the pandemic, platinum jewellery retailers and manufacturers reported a sustained recovery across three of four key markets, according to the latest Platinum Jewellery Business Review (PJBR) Q1…
Diamond analyst Paul Ziminisky examines the supply-demand dynamics pushing diamond prices upwards. While global rough diamond supply is on track for a forecasted 119 million carats of production this year, according to…
As Krishan Gopaul’s blog post last week pointed out, central banks have been buying gold during the first four months of 2021. Over that period, we estimate that the official sector has added 150-200…
Alrosa said steady Indian midstream demand in May had resulted in sales of rough and polished diamonds totaling $365 million, down 9% compared with April, but significantly higher than the $40.1 million…
Christie’s New York auction of Magnificent Jewels on 8th June achieved a total of $26,559,250, selling 94% by value, and 87% by lot. The preceding Jewels Online sale from 20th May to…
In an exclusive interview with Solitaire International, DEV SHETTY, President and CEO, FURA Gems, lays out his vision for not only the company, but the entire colour gemstone industry as well. The…
Based on multiple meetings with the Expert Committee members last week, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs will be soon coming out with extant rules for implementation of Hallmarking act along with amendments.…
Victor Tuzlukov, one of the world’s most celebrated gem cutters, has applied his skills to add extraordinary value to two yellowish green tourmalines listed by supplier Ejder Kaya on digital trading platform Gembridge. Tuzlukov, who…