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US Consumers Making Fewer Product Returns This Year – Adobe

Figure down 2.5% from 2024 holiday season so far, but projections show post-Christmas surge.

Natural Diamond’s UV Afterglow Prompts GIA to Check If It’s Synthetic

The 2.50-carat stone’s phosphorescence levels are more common in lab-grown, institute says.

Graff Diamond Ring Takes Spotlight at Freeman’s Auction

Piece brings in $368,800, surpassing its high estimate.

Super Saturday Shoppers Set to Hit New Record

NRF foresees 158.9 million US consumers buying gifts the final weekend before Christmas.

Diamonds Do Good Announces 2026 Award Recipients

Trade group to honor Tiffany & Co., jeweler CD Peacock, and industry figure Anna Martin.

Pink Diamond Starring in Sotheby’s New York Auction Goes Unsold

Lot had estimate of $1.5 million at December 11 sale, which totaled $11.8 million.

US Holiday Spending on Track as Retail Sales Rise in November

Revenue up 0.6% from October and 4.5% year on year, reports NRF.

IMF Warns Botswana Not to Buy De Beers

Country is already suffering economically and highly dependent on diamond sector, report says.

Emerald Ring Beats High Estimate Sixfold at Bonhams

Leading piece sells for $776,490 at London auction.

GIA Updating Gem Reports, Offering Origin Info for More Stones

Lab to show source countries for peridot, opal, jade and demantoid garnet.

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