GIA to Award $2M in Scholarships in 2024 September 19, 2023 US and international students can apply through September 30, 2023. Industry
Greenland Ruby Mine Pause Only Temporary September 19, 2023 Company has enough inventory to last until 2025 and is cutting costs in the meantime, it says. Mining
Two Jewelry Groups Launch Education Program for New Retailers September 19, 2023 Workshops from Jewelers of America and Black in Jewelry Coalition aim to help with setting up businesses. Industry
Christie’s Sets $50M Price Tag for Blue Diamond September 18, 2023 17.61-carat stone is largest internally flawless gem of its color ever to appear at auction. Auction
De Beers to Stick with Flat Pricing Rate for Lab-Grown September 18, 2023 Miner tested out different cost options during trial of Lightbox engagement rings. Lab-Grown
US Retail Sales Get Boost from Back to School September 18, 2023 Revenue up 0.6% year on year in August, says National Retail Federation (NRF). Retail
Grib Is Among Latest Targets of US Sanctions September 18, 2023 Company is Belgium-based subsidiary of Russia’s AGD Diamonds. Industry
Deloitte Gives Upbeat Holiday Forecast September 14, 2023 US retail sales will rise by 4% to 5%, predicts professional-services group. Retail
India Puts Pressure on Diamond Miners September 14, 2023 The world’s largest manufacturing center seeks to solve an inventory crisis. Industry
Sotheby’s New York Sale Nabs $13M September 14, 2023 More than half of items that sold beat their high estimates. Auction
