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A Glittering Year on the Block: The Top Auction Jewels of 2025

Christie’s accounted for six of the 10 most expensive lots.

Kering to Acquire Stake in Jewelry Manufacturer Raselli Franco

Deal starts with 20% investment and leads to full ownership by 2032.

GIA Detects ‘Quench-Crackle and Dye’ Treatment in Lab-Grown Sapphire

Process, developed in 1990s to improve color, is in common use on inexpensive, widely available gemstones.

Ekati Owner Secures Funding to Keep Mine Afloat

Canada Development Investment Corporation gives $83 million loan to Burgundy Diamonds.

Former Gemfields Chairman Brian Gilbertson Dies at 82

Longtime executive also worked for miner BHP Billiton, where he helped build up the company.

LVMH Promotes Laura Burdese to CEO of Bulgari

She will succeed Jean-Christophe Babin, who will step down after 25 years with the company.

Swiss Watch Exports Decline Further in November

Outbound shipments down 7% for the month.

Market Comment: December 18, 2025

US consumer demand steady as retailers make final festive push.

Top Jewels Beat Expectations at Christie’s

Paris auction rakes in $10.5 million.

India Diamond Trade Stays Calm as Mexico Approves Tariffs

New policy does not impact jewelry sector, says tax expert Supreme Kothari.

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