GIA to Open Lab in Surat, India in Second Quarter of 2018
GIA yesterday made an announcement that will no doubt come as heartening news to the diamond community in Surat, India. The Institute is all set to open a new laboratory in that premier...
GJEPC Welcomes Reduction in GST Rates for Cut & Polished Diamonds and Precious Stones
Apart from freeing up blocked working capital, move will help overcome ambiguity in tax structure and avoid mis-declaration and tax evasion
The sharp cut in the rate of GST (Goods and Services Tax) on polished...
Todd Reed Adds Objects to his Merchandise Mix
Boulder, Colo.--Last year marked Todd Reed’s 25th year in business and now the designer is branching into a new category.
He is creating collectible handmade boxes, bowls and spoons, sold on his website, in his...
Gems, jewellery urges govt to reduce gold duty to 4%
The 10 percent duty on gold was levied to curb current account deficit (CAD), however, the country's trade deficit narrowed more than expected to USD 12.96 billion in June, he said.
Looking to give a...
New jewellery qualification aims to make sure students are “work ready”
The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) and the British Academy of Jewellery (BAJ) have developed new training courses, which aim to give students the skills they need to thrive in this competitive industry.
The partnership, which...
India Renews Pressure to Return Koh-i-Noor
The Indian government will renew diplomatic efforts to have the Britain return the Koh-i-Noor diamond.
It follows the coronation of King Charles III earlier this month. Queen Camilla pointedly had the iconic 105.6-carat oval-cut Golconda...
WGC Reports 2% Dip in Global Gold Jewellery Demand in Q2 2018
Though global gold jewellery demand dipped by 2% to 510.3 tonnes (t) in the three-month period ended June 30, 2018, due to challenging conditions in a few markets, demand over the first half of...
Pop the Question with a $50,000 Popcorn-Cut Diamond
Jeweler Stephanie Gottlieb has created a one-off popcorn-shaped diamond engagement ring.
The 3.66-carat VVS-clarity natural stone was specially cut from an 11-carat rough diamond and set in simple yellow gold "bathtub bezel".
It is designed to...
A Perfect Beginning with ‘Sparkling Polki Collection’ of Dassani Brothers
The New Year brings a reason for new beginnings and the chicest way to add little sparkles to the advent is by wearing the best suitable pieces of jewellery with your most amazing outfits....
With the #TrustForevermark Campaign De Beers’ Diamond Brand Positions Itself as the Ultimate Authority
With the firm statement “For All Questions on Diamonds, There Is Only One Answer – FOREVERMARK”, as a headline, the diamond brand from the De Beers Group recently launched its latest consumer campaign #TrustForevermark...
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