Couples Prefer Customization over Size
Couples are prioritizing personalization and overall cost and quality rather than size when buying engagement rings, according to a survey by wedding-planning resource The Knot.
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Diamond manufacturers must brace for automation
Imagine the following: A diamond-mining company operating with self-driving trucks loads its haul of ore to the processing plant, where rough diamonds are separated from waste and arranged in their rough forms into different sizes before being sent for further aggregation.
De Beers outlines vision for new diamond market
At a forum in New York City Monday the 28th of October, De Beers executives spelled out their vision for the diamond industry of the future, one that is more responsive to changing societal mores and consumer desires.
Deloitte predicts uplift in Holiday sales
US retail sales are forecast to increase by up to 5% this holiday season, while e-commerce spending could jump by 18%, Deloitte said Tuesday the 22th of October.
Kering notes strong jewelry sales
Kering, the owner of high-fashion houses Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent, reported robust sales in its jewelry and watch divisions in the third quarter amid growth in China and the introduction of new collections.
ALROSA uncovers 230-ct diamond, the largest in recent years
Press release – A unique rough diamond weighing over 230 carats was unearthed at Udacnhaya kimberlite pipe on October 19. This is the largest gem-quality specimen found by ALROSA in more than three years.
Is there a resale market for lab-grown diamonds?
Last week, at the urging of a commenter, I looked into Kay’s and Jared’s policy for lab-grown diamond upgrades and trade-ins, now that both of those chains are selling them. Suffice it to say, it’s not the same as for naturals.
See what’s inside Tiffany’s luxury holiday gift guide
Tiffany & Co. just came out with its first holiday catalog featuring one-of-a-kind gifts and experiences.
ALROSA acts as co-organizer of session at Russia-Africa Economic Forum
Press release – ALROSA has acted as a co-organizer of the ‘Russian-African Collaboration in the Diamond Industry‘ Session, held as part of the Russia-Africa Economic Forum business program in Sochi.
US market buoys swiss watch exports
Swiss watch exports jumped 10% to CHF 1.82 billion ($1.84 billion) in September, as orders from the US continued to grow.
GIA pledges $1.3M to expand artisanal miner education
After seeing success with its pilot program in Tanzania, the Gemological Institute of America will expand distribution of its gem guide for artisanal miners.
CIBJO publishes ethics recommendations
The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) has produced a special report on ethics ahead of its annual congress in Bahrain next month.