Diamond Tycoon set to Rule Lesotho
A diamond tycoon from Lesotho scored a surprise victory in the nation's polls last week.
Sam Matekane, the richest man in the poverty-stricken African mountain kingdom, came closer than anyone expected to an overall majority...
No Diamond Ban in New EU Sanctions
The EU has imposed new sanctions worth almost $7bn on Russia, but has again decided against a ban on rough diamonds.
The 27-nation bloc acknowledged that the state-owned miner was funding a submarine bearing its...
De Beers’ Sales Down to $500m Ahead of Diwali
De Beers today said it sold $500m (provisional) of rough at Cycle 8, down over a fifth on the previous Cycle, but broadly in line with the same period last year ($492m).
At the end...
Alrosa Finds 22 Diamond Deposits in Zimbabwe
Russian miner Alrosa has discovered 22 new diamond deposits in Zimbabwe following a $12m exploration program in a joint venture with the country's government.
An announcement about the findings was made by Zimbabwe's President Emmerson...
Diamond World is being “Divided” by Alrosa Sales
Russia's ongoing sale of diamonds to some dealers in India and Belgium and are said to be dividing the industry.
Alrosa, the state-controlled miner, has been sanctioned by the US since its invasion of Ukraine...
Queen Camilla to Wear the Koh-i-Noor Crown
The death of Queen Elizabeth II has reignited the debate over the future of the iconic 105.6-ct Koh-i-Noor diamond.
The centerpiece of her crown, a Type IIa D-color gem said to be the world's most...
Opsydia Secures Investment to Drive Growth in its Innovative Security Solutions for the Diamond...
The UK-based laser technology specialist welcomes significant funding from three core investors to support the next phase of its growth and development.
Leading gemstone security specialist, Opsydia, has secured significant funding to kickstart the...
Williamson Pink Star Could Sell for $21m
An 11.15-ct pink diamond described as "rare masterpiece of nature" is to be sold in a single-lot auction in Hong Kong with a $21m estimate.
The cushion cut Williamson Pink Star, named after the Petra...
Jewelers Honored for Record-Breaking Diamond Ring
An Indian jeweler has received national recognition after landing a Guinness World Record for a ring made with 24,679 natural diamonds.
The Touch of Ami took 90 days to make at SWA Diamonds, in Malappuram...
3-ct Green Diamond Sells for $491,000
A 3.00-carat fancy intense green diamond ring sold for $491,000 at Christie's Jewels Online: Summer Sparkle.
That was above its low estimate of $450,000, but less than a high estimate of $550,000.
The cut-cornered square modified...
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