Richemont, Kering return to RJC
Richemont and Kering have rejoined the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) after withdrawing their brands over the Russia controversy, according to the standards organization’s chairman.
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Civil society calls to suspend Russia from Kimberley Process
The Civil Society Coalition is urging the Kimberley Process (KP) to take a stand against Russian diamonds and own up to the fact that its current definition of conflict diamonds is not broad enough.
De Beers Group reports on progress towards achieving 2030 sustainabilty goals
Press release – Building Forever 2021 sustainability report shows strong progress following first full year since announcing the 12 goals.
103ct. flawless diamond fetches $20M at Christie’s
A diamond weighing more than 100 carats smashed its high estimate at Christie’s New York Wednesday [June 8], raking in $20 million.
Webinar: A Russian awakening
After a year of prosperity in 2021, the trade is dealing with uncertainty related to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, as well as continued Covid-19 shutdowns in China and economic caution in the US.
GIA to close Antwerp branch next month
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) will shutter its Antwerp laboratory on July 31 in response to dwindling demand, the organization confirmed to Rapaport News.
Year of the lab grown? Full analysis in IDEX’s 2021 Pipeline Report
This year could prove to be a tipping point for lab growns, say IDEX Online’s expert analysts in their new 2021 Pipeline report.
Supermodel Karen Elson promotes Natural Diamond Council
Supermodel Karen Elson is the face of Natural Diamond Council’s (NDC) newest campaign.
‘The Radiance’ to shine at couture
Premiering at the show, the project consists of capsule collections from 13 BIPOC designers using fully traceable diamonds from De Beers.
De Beers lifts prices of smaller diamonds
De Beers raised prices of smaller rough diamonds at its June sight in response to a strengthening market for that category.
RJC elects new member forum representatives
The elections took place at the organization’s recent annual general meeting.
Report: strong demand, less supply to boost diamond prices
The average price of natural diamonds may increase as much as 15% this year, as sanctions against Russia constrain supply, and consumer demand continues to be “buoyant,” according to a new report from Bank of America Global Research.
