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IN-DEPTH
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Note from the Publisher

The world is changing, and so is Rapaport. We are revolutionizing our information services. Rapaport is now going super-digital.

How Jewelers Coped with Hurricane Ian

The storm upended thousands of lives and businesses when it touched down in Florida in late September.

The Data Vault That Keeps Diamonds Secure

HB Antwerp’s new Capsule device promises to lock in the details of a stone’s origins via blockchain.

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Carbon Dating

A timeline of diamond developments throughout history, from their formation billions of years ago to the first engagement ring and the latest verification tech.

WATCH & JEWELLERY INITIATIVE 2030
The Group Pushing to Unite the Trade on Sustainability

Climate action is key for the Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030, says executive director Iris Van der Veken.

A Swiss Success

GemGenève’s second show of the year enjoyed a jump in traffic, which bodes well for the top-tier gemstone and jewelry market.

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COVER
A Year in Diamonds

From the war in Ukraine to traceability efforts and the NFT revolution, here’s a rundown of events that shaped the industry in the last 12 months.

Numbers That Count

A look at some of the salient stats in the trade for 2022.

People of Influence

Here are the global figures who have had the greatest impact on the diamond sector this year.

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What’s the Forecast for 2023?

Industry insiders share their New Year predictions and plans.

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RETAIL
How to Sell to the Self-Purchasing Woman

The in-store experience is crucial — as are marketing styles and having the right merchandise.

Luxury Legacy: Gary Michaels Fine Jewelry

The New Jersey store’s owners are building on a family tradition of excellence.

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STYLE & DESIGN
Gemstone Beads Are Here to Stay

These colorful strands are in vogue among men and women alike.

Pouring on the Glamour

Cocktail rings are a fun, flashy fashion statement for the unapologetically fabulous.

Prize Sculptures

Newcomer Jen Insardi uses wax carving to produce the undulating gold forms of her award-winning JV Insardi collection.

Color Champions

This year’s AGTA Spectrum & Cutting Edge Awards featured top-notch jewelry talent and exquisite carvings.

Changing with Time: How Watch Design Has Evolved

A new book tracks developments through the decades.

Why Everyone Wants a Locket in Their Pocket

Acquisitions expert Cristina Mattern recounts the sentimental history and modern appeal of these talismanic jewels.

For Love of Lapis Lazuli

This deep-blue stone has been gracing sculptures, mosaics, paintings and personal adornments for millennia.

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MARKETS & PRICING
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Holidays Off to Sluggish Start

Luxury is a bright spot amid a cautious outlook for the fourth quarter.

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US Wholesale: Suppliers Predict Slowdown

Inflation and a glut of synthetic goods mark the end of 2022.

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Consumers Getting Cost-Conscious

Retailers hope lab-grown and colored-gemstone purchases will offset inflation woes over the festive season.

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THE FINAL QUIZ
Quiz of the Year: How Well Do You Know Your 2022 Diamond News?

Take Rapaport Magazine’s annual test and find out.

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