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HOW THE LUXURY SEGMENT IS DEFYING PRICE VOLATILITY

De Beers's and Alrosa's recent price cuts reflect market pressures, but for those willing to adapt, they open the door for innovation and strategic recalibration. Luxury houses such as Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels exemplify how maintaining pricing integrity and creative expansion can transform challenges into long-term success, finds out Anjana Vaswani

JJS 2024 A Grand Confluence of Heritage and Craftsmanship

This year's Jaipur Jewellery Show (JJS) drew a multitude of global buyers and exhibitors, transforming Jaipur into a dynamic stage that celebrated both the enduring artistry of tradition, and the innovative strides shaping the future of jewellery

India's CBIC Introduces Regulations for Lab-Grown Diamonds: Manufacturing Method Disclosure Required for Trade

Starting December 1, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC) will require all exporters and importers to specify the manufacturing method of grown diamonds during customs declarations, aiming to streamline the processing and inspection of lab-grown diamond consignments.

THE CASE FOR A G7-COMPLIANT DIAMOND VERIFICATION CENTRE IN INDIA

India, the global leader in diamond cutting and polishing, faces mounting challenges due to G7 traceability demands requiring verification through Belgium (Antwerp) and Botswana. Establishing a G7-compliant diamond verification centre in India would streamline operations, reduce costs, and protect the livelihood of millions in the sector, while reinforcing the nation's leadership in the global diamond trade

Diamonds Do Good to Allocate Over $250,000 in Grants for 2025 Initiatives, Including New Programme in India

Diamonds Do Good (DDG), the nonprofit dedicated to supporting positive change in diamond mining and manufacturing communities, has announced it will distribute more than $250,000 in grants in 2025.

A Future Built on Design and Service

By prioritizing storytelling, thoughtful market expansion, and digital adaptability, brands can build lasting connections with customers, while staying resilient in the face of industry fluctuations, says Marin Flavia, Business Development Manager of the European division of Nivoda.

Facets of Fire Unveils New Marquise and Pear-Shaped Natural Diamonds with Revolutionary Sparkle

Facets of Fire has introduced two new diamond shapes to its lineup of natural diamonds: the marquise and the pear.

Aga Khan Emerald Sets World Record, Fetches $9 Million at Auction

The Aga Khan Emerald, set in a Cartier brooch adorned with 20 marquise-cut diamonds, holds a storied past.

NDC Unveils 'Diamonds of Canada' Report, Showcasing Sustainable Practices and Community Benefits

The Natural Diamond Council (NDC) has unveiled its latest report, 'Diamonds of Canada', as part of its ongoing efforts to highlight the responsible practices and positive global impact of the natural diamond industry.

Fabergé Unveils Exclusive 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' Egg in Collaboration with Tim Burton

Fabergé has announced an extraordinary collaboration with filmmaker Tim Burton to create a one-ofa-kind 'Fabergé x Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' Egg Objet, inspired by Warner Bros's 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.'

Canada's Northwest Territories Diamond Mines Unite for Charity with Unique Pendant Auction

Three diamond mines in Canada's Northwest Territories Rio Tinto's Diavik, De Beers/Mountain Province's Gahcho Kué, and Burgundy Diamond Mines' Ekati have collaborated to create an extraordinary pendant featuring diamonds from each of their operations.

THE ROLE OF AUCTION HOUSES IN GEMSTONE PRICING

Auctions have become pivotal to the gemstone industry, offering more than just a platform for high-value transactions - they establish benchmarks that ripple through the entire value chain, with their high-profile sales creating a cascading effect, and impacting all stakeholders, right from traders and cutters, to designers and retailers, finds out Suneeta Kaul

Selena Gomez Shines in Tiffany & Co.Diamonds at the 2025 Golden Globes

Selena Gomez captivated audiences at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards, exuding elegance in an ice-blue satin Prada gown.

NDC and Jos Alukkas Unite to Elevate the Natural Diamond Market

The Natural Diamond Council (NDC), a global not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting and supporting the natural diamond industry, has partnered with Jos Alukkas, a highly trusted name in the jewellery industry known for its heritage and commitment to quality.

Botswana to Establish Export Certification Node for Rough Diamonds in Collaboration with G7

Botswana is set to bolster its diamond industry by establishing an export certification node for rough diamonds in collaboration with the G7 diamond technical team.

DIORAMA & DIORIGAMI, THE DELIGHTFUL COLLECTION OF DIOR

Diorama & Diorigami brings flora and fauna to life through intricate designs and vivid gemstones. This collection, which was launched in Abu Dhabi, showcases Dior's unmatched beauty and craftsmanship

The Consolidated Mining Standard Initiative launches first public consultation

The Copper Mark, Mining Association of Canada, ICMM and World Gold Council Partners of the Consolidated Mining Standard Initiative (CMSI) - have published a draft consolidated standard, governance model, assurance process and related reporting and claims policy; they encourage stakeholders to provide their views during a 60-day public consultation CMSI aims to create a sustainable society, enabled by the responsible production, sourcing and recycling of metals and minerals.

Baume & Mercier Unveils Classima Starry Sky Limited Edition, Exclusive to Time Vallée India

Swiss luxury watchmaker Baume & Mercier has introduced the Classima Starry Sky Limited Edition, a sophisticated addition to its celebrated Classima collection.

CIBJO Congress Pushes for Clear Distinction Between Natural and Lab-Grown Diamonds to Boost Consumer Trust

The 2024 CIBJO World Jewellery Confederation Congress in Shanghai emphasized the importance of clearly differentiating natural diamonds from laboratory-grown diamonds (LGDs) to ensure transparency and consumer confidence.

Fenix and Dholakia Lab-Grown Diamond Acquire Lusix in $4 Million Deal to Propel Innovation and Production

In a significant move for the lab-grown diamond industry, New York-based companies Fenix and Dholakia LabGrown Diamond have jointly acquired Israeli diamond grower Lusix for $4 million.

PGI Forum Highlights Path to Sustainability in Jewellery Industry

Platinum Guild International (PGI) recently hosted a pivotal forum focused on sustainability in the jewellery sector during the World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) 2024 Congress in Shanghai.

BOLD COLOUR GEMSTONES

Timeless and audacious, these vibrant gemstones - sapphires, emeralds, rubies, and more - make bold statements in luxury and artistry. Perfect for those seeking vibrant alternatives to minimalistic diamonds, these jewels bring opulent colour to the forefront of high jewellery.

CHAUMET'S EN SCENE COLLECTION IS ALL ABOUT MUSIC, DANCE AND MAGIC

Chaumet's latest high jewellery collection, En Scene, is imbued with harmony and a sense of movement, encompassing elements of music, dance, and magic -- each piece tells a story, be it through the rhythm of gemstones in Setting the Tempo, the movement of stones in Leading the Dance, or the magical illusions in As If by Magic

Charting a New Course for the Diamond Industry Amid Global Shifts

The inaugural BDB Leadership Series examined India's rise as a diamond industry powerhouse, the significance of sustainability, and the future of consumer trends such as quiet luxury, setting a tone of optimism amid challenges

Couture India 2024 A Grand Celebration of Luxury and Innovation

Couture India 2024 dazzled with its celebration of heritage and innovation, bringing together top-tier jewellery brands, emerging designers, and retailers for a showcase of luxury, craftsmanship, and forward-thinking design

Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong 2024 Optimism and Resilience in a Changing Market

With Indian buyers taking centre stage, Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong 2024 showcased India's growing influence in the diamond industry. The event demonstrated the resilience of the diamond industry, with De Beers expressing optimism about the recovery of natural diamonds

G7 APPROACH TO DIAMOND TRACEABILITY HAS CONCEPTUAL DEFICIENCIES: DR MZEE FULA-NGENGE

African diamond-producing nations are increasingly seeking their place in the sun, and are no longer shying away from demanding their rightful share of the revenues generated from diamond extraction. Dr M'zee Fula Ngenge, Chairman, African Diamond Council, talks to Suneeta Kaul about the most pressing issues pertaining to the African diamond industry the less than effective role of local diamond trade administrators, the G7's approach to traceability, the role of technology in improving the functioning of the continent's diamond industry, the limitations of the Kimberly Process, and more

CUSTOMIZATION AT THE FOREFRONT OF THE SURGE IN LGDS

Lab-Grown Diamonds are reshaping luxury, offering personalization possibilities through cutting-edge technology; the shift to customization is being led largely by millennials and Gen Z, who value innovation more than tradition

THE RISE OF DUBAI AS A DIAMOND TRADING HUB: IMPACT ON THE GLOBAL TRADE, AND IMPLICATIONS FOR INDIA

Over the past few years, Dubai has rapidly become one of the world's leading diamond trading hubs. Leveraging its strategic location, state-of-the-art infrastructure, pro-business taxation policies and global connectivity, the city now rivals traditional centres such as Antwerp and Mumbai, attracting major players from across the globe. Suneeta Kaul takes an in-depth look at the city's emergence as a diamond trading powerhouse, and the implications this has for India

E-COMMERCE IN DIAMOND JEWELLERY GAINING GROUND

E-commerce is steadily finding its way into the function of diamond jewellery retail the world over, in spite of several challenges and obstacles. Retailers are taking steps to overcome the critical challenges of trust and personal connections that are easier to establish in a brick-and-mortar world, and are seeking to establish these factors in a digital scenario