Dubai Diamond Conference Session to Focus on Effects of New Tax Systems in UAE...
One of the key sessions on Day 2 of the Dubai Diamond Conference will turn the spotlight on the effects of the introduction of the Goods & Services Tax (GST) in India on wholesale...
Celebrities are falling victim to jewellers mis-selling lab-grown diamonds
A celebrity jeweller has revealed stars are getting duped by their diamonds, with many believing they have purchased natural stones that are in actual fact lab-grown.
While there has been an increase in celebrities opting...
Botswana Diamonds Exploration in Kalahari Reveals Good Prospects
Botswana Diamonds (BOD) PLC, a joint venture partner with ALROSA in Sunland Minerals -- and its operator – recently provided an update on Sunland Minerals’ exploration projects in Botswana.
The Company reported that all the...
Singapore International Jewelry Expo to commence from 26 July 2018
Singapore International Jewelry Expo’s sustained presence makes Singapore the jewelry hub of the region SIJE 2018 will feature collections worth more thanUS $150 million by over 223 exhibitors from 26 countries.
The doors of this...
India’s Polished Diamond Exports Up 7.5% in June
Exports of cut and polished diamonds from India were US$ 1.98 billion in June 2017, a rise of 7.47% as compared to the US$ 1.84 bn in the same month a year earlier, according...
Natural Diamonds: An “Intruder” in the Laboratory-Grown Supply Chain
Debbie Azar, President and Co-founder of Gemological Science International (GSI):
Last May, I wrote a Memo about the need for full disclosure on grading reports issues by gemological laboratories when it comes to post-growth treatments...
Diamond Market Faces Decline Amid Slow Demand in January
The diamond industry experienced a sluggish start to 2024, with subdued holiday sales and declining prices, according to the Rapaport Group. While the US holiday season met the industry’s modest expectations, the overall market...
Deakin & Francis targets Chinese market for growth
Cufflinks and accessories manufacturer, Deakin & Francis, has pinpointed the Chinese market for growth.
The British brand has seen a steady increase in business from tourists and online consumers from China in recent years, and...
Surat Faces Another Exodus of Workers as Covid hits Record High
Diamond manufacturers in Surat fear another exodus of migrant workers, as India suffers a second wave of coronavirus.
The industry was crippled last March when as many as half its 750,000 artisans returned to their...
NDC & Jos Alukkas Join Forces To Promote Natural Diamonds
The Natural Diamond Council (NDC) and jewellery retailer Jos Alukkas have announced a strategic partnership to elevate the natural diamond industry. This collaboration aims to enhance consumer awareness, promote transparency, and drive demand for...
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