Diamond Developments You Should Be Following: Sept. 21
JCK’s Diamond Wednesday roundup of stories that have the trade talking
Virginia jeweler must pay for stone switch, Kay Jewelers’ lost ring saga has happy ending, and other stories on the industry’s radar this week:
- Costco’s...
Polished Diamond Index Flat in December
The old year ended with more of a fizzle than a bang, at least where polished diamond prices were concerned. December 2019 prices started at 120.90 and ended at almost the same...
How to choose a Bridgerton-esque engagement ring
More than a year and a half after Series 2 of ‘Bridgerton’ premiered, the Netflix period drama is finally back on our screens.
Series 3 is split into two parts and as always, we’re expecting...
Nompumelelo Zikalala appointed Managing Director of De Beers Group Managed Operations
De Beers has appointed Nompumelelo (Mpumi) Zikalala as Managing Director of De Beers Group Managed Operations, the company that comes instead of De Beer Consolidated Mines (DBCM). Mpumi, currently Deputy Chief Executive Officer at...
Astra Enhances Commerical Appeal ahead of Lucrative Trading Season
New Zealand-based Astra has announced changes for AW18 which will enhances the personalised jewellery brand’s commercial appeal.
The last 12 months have been tremendously successful for Astra in the UK and Irish markets, with the...
IJL places 3D printing innovations centre stage
International Jewellery London (IJL) will fly the flag for the latest technologies shaping the jewellery industry at this year’s event.
IJL, one of the UK’s leading trade events for the international jewellery industry, will showcase...
Indian Jeweller Bhagat’s Ring Emerges as Top Lot at Sotheby’s Hong Kong Auction
At Sotheby’s Hong Kong Magnificent Jewels and Jadeite Autumn Sale held earlier this month, a “Very Rare and Impressive Ruby and Diamond Ring” – as Sotheby’s described it -- designed and mounted by...
Birks Group Expands Luxury Reach with C$9M Acquisition of European Boutique’s Watch and Jewellery...
Birks Group Inc. has officially acquired the watch and jewellery operations of Toronto-based European Boutique for C$9 million, marking a significant step in its growth within Canada’s luxury retail market. As part of the...
GJEPC Gujarat RO Seminar Explains How To Export Small Parcels
GJEPC’s Gujarat Regional Office organised a seminar in Ahmedabad to apprise trade members about how to export small parcels, and explained the ways to avail benefits of the various initiatives that GJEPC undertakes. More...
Smithsonian to Unveil Rare 2.33-Carat Winston Red Diamond in Landmark Exhibition
The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History is set to showcase a breathtaking new addition to its world-renowned gem collection: the Winston Red Diamond, a 2.33-carat fancy red diamond hailed as one of the...
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