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HKTDC Twin Jewellery Shows - Twin shows make a strong comeback

The five-day fairs attracted over 60,000 buyers from 130 countries and regions, with 60% exhibitors and buyers predicting an uptick in sales this year.

Israel, where diamonds continue to shine - Israel Diamond Exhibition, 40th World Congress & 40th IDMA Congress

Just back from his Israel trip, Gunjan Jain has some interesting experiences and insights to share about the diamond industry of the country, and the way the trade functions there

4th Edition of Bharat Diamond Week 4th Edition of Bharat Diamond Week makes a Buzz

An exclusive show for diamond manufacturers, Bharat Diamond Week gives the market a much-needed boost

PRêT by COUTURE India A Much-Needed Format for the Industry

Held in Hyderabad, PRêT By COUTURE India received a stupendous response from all stakeholders for its innovative concept. The show took care to retain the COUTURE India’s signature experience

NDC Jewellery Trend Report - MAXIMALISM IS THE FLAVOUR OF THE SEASON, FOR NATURAL DIAMONDS TOO

The Natural Diamond Council (NDC) has released the third edition of its Jewellery Trend Report that highlights the upcoming natural diamond trends for the season, with a focus on how these trends bring a new opportunity to start conversations and create consumer desire for these billion-year-old wonders of nature.

Online Jewellery Auctions - THE ONWARD MARCH OF ONLINE JEWELLERY AUCTIONS

The online jewellery auction market is growing sharply, but in-person auctions are not going anywhere – the two will co-exist, each catering to its own niche, finds out Suneeta Kaul

A Cut that's Trending HOW PORTRAITCUT DIAMONDS ARE REDEFINING UNDERSTATED LUXURY

The unique flat surface and vintage charm of portraitcut diamonds are capturing the attention of jewellery enthusiasts and collectors across the globe. Priyanka Talreja Garegrat explores how this classic form of diamond-cutting has evolved into a style that signifies understated luxury

BRINGING ALIVE THE EQUESTRIAN SPIRIT

Karina Brez's jewellery enhances the bond between humans and horses. In an interaction with Vijetha Rangabashyam, she talks about her love for horses, where she seeks inspiration for her designs, why diamonds are here to stay, and more

Vicenzaoro January 2023: Vicenzaoro sees enthusiastic participation by global brands

The Vicenzaoro expo turned out to be a huge success, with attendance up by 11.5%, and 136 countries and 1,300 brands taking part in the event

IN INDIA, THERE IS A BIG, UNTAPPED MARKET FOR DIAMOND JEWELLERY: David Kellie

In a one-one-one interaction with Diamond World, David Kellie, CEO of Natural Diamond Council (NDC), shares his insights on NDC's marketing and promotional activities, sustainability, his views on the emerging lab-grown diamond sector, and more

2022 DIAMOND TREND REPORT: GemFind Digital Solutions

GemFind Digital Solutions has identified jewelry industry trends through click data collected for over 20 years. Our online applications are designed to help retailers and suppliers sell and improve market share through the unique DiamondLink(R) Application. GemFind Digital Solutions is dedicated to helping the jewelry industry by designing an intuitive online presence with proprietary technology applications and complete comprehensive digital marketing.

CHINA DOWN, BUT OUTLOOK FOR LUXURY IS POSITIVE

Ongoing Covid-19 restrictions and economic uncertainty led to the declining of personal luxury market in China for the first time in five years

LENDING HER SHINE TO DIAMONDS: THE NEW-AGE BRAND AMBASSADOR

There was a time when brand ambassadors of high-end jewellery labels played a relatively small role that of ensuring the brands wore a flamboyant look. And they did this mainly by promoting diamonds and jewellery as symbols of love and luxury. Nowadays, however, things have changed. Today, labels prefer to adopt a responsible demeanour, while focusing on matters such as sustainability, transparency and ethical sourcing. Due to this change, brands look for strong and influential women who lend their perspective and shine to the partnership, rather than merely being a face representing the brand, observes says Priyanka Talreja Garegrat

Budget 2023: FOCUS ON LGDS WILL NOT IMPACT MINED DIAMOND SEGMENT ADVERSELY

While Budget 2023 has undoubtedly made tangible concessions to the Lab-Grown Diamond segment, mined diamonds are not likely to suffer as a result. The market for the two is different, and there is ample space for them to co-exist, point out Vijetha Rangabashyam and Suneeta Kaul

Nootan Thawai Named Director of Production and Services for GSI

Gemological Science International (GSI), one of the largest gemological organizations in the world and a global leader in diamond and jewellery certification, has announced that Nootan Thawai has been named Director of Production and Services for the organization.

Melanie Grant Appointed as New Executive Director of RJC

The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) appointed Melanie Grant as its new executive director.

GSI appoints Pinky Jalui as EVP of Global Business Development

Gemological Science International (GSI) announced the appointment of Pinky Jalui as the Executive Vice President of Global Business Development.

Arctic Star: Lab-Grown Diamonds Meet Fine Jewellery

Arctic Star introduces a captivating collection of Lab-Grown Diamond jewellery crafted for everyday luxury.

Tiffany & Co.Collaborates with Nike

American luxury jewellery brand from Manhattan, Tiffany & Co., and sportswear brand Nike have announced a collaboration with the debut of an Air Force 1 sneaker.

Shawn Mendes is the Newest Brand Ambassador for David Yurman

David Yurman ropes in its newest male brand ambassador: singer/ songwriter, Shawn Mendes.

Dharmaj Group Opens New Office Premises

Dharmaj Group announced the opening of new office premises, demonstrating its rapid growth over the last few years. The company had an official inauguration on 22nd January 2023 at Sachin, SURSEZ, Surat.

HRD Antwerp Announces Winners of 18th HRD Design Awards

In the fully packed Teatro Palladio at Vicenzaoro, the reinvented design competition came to its conclusion with the announcement of the three category winners, the two runners-up and the overall competition winner.

Sarine and DELGATTO Sign Strategic Cooperation Agreement for Rough Diamond Financing

Singapore Exchange Mainboard listed Sarine Technologies Ltd announced the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement with the DELGATTO Diamond Finance Fund (DDFF).

GIA Researchers Identify New Spinel Treatment

Scientists at the GIA laboratory in New York City recently discovered spinel treated by nickel diffusion in a parcel of gems acquired for research purposes by the GIA research team in Bangkok.

Hari Krishna Exports Virtually Unveiled GIA & IGI LAKE

Hari Krishna Exports Pvt. Ltd. held a Virtual Inauguration at the HK Hub in Surat, Gujarat, India, to mark the virtual unveiling of the GIA & IGI Lake.

JVC Brings Forward Call to Action, Seeking Green Guides Commentary

The leading authority coordinating Federal Trade Commission (FTC) commentary on behalf of jewellers, JVC facilitates industry response to the federal agency on its Guides. Last December, the FTC announced it would be revising its Green Guides, which examine environmental marketing claims, both direct to consumer and B2B.

Fancy Colour Diamond Prices Grew 3.9% in 2022

The Fancy Colour Research Foundation (FCRF) said the average price of all colours and sizes of fancy colour diamonds climbed by 3.9% in 2022, led by a 4.6% increase in all Yellows and followed by a 3.9% rise in Pinks and 1.8% in Blues.

Hari Krishna Exports Hosts a Blood Donation Camp

Hari Krishna Exports Pvt. Ltd., a leading diamond manufacturer in India, hosted a blood donation camp on 13th February 2023 in honour of the 10th anniversary of its headquarters in The Capital, BKC, Mumbai.

Tiffany & Co. Acquires Rare Argyle Pink Diamonds Sourced from Rio Tinto

Located in the country's East Kimberley region, a remote area of Western Australia, the renowned mine was open from 1983 until November 2020.

Diamond Sales at Botswana's Debswana Hit Record High in 2022

Rough diamond sales by Debswana Diamond Company reached record levels in 2022, data shows, as Western buyers shunned Russian stones and Botswana profited from steady global demand for diamond jewellery.