For Love of Lapis Lazuli

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

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

Take Rapaport Magazine’s annual test and find out.

How to Sell to the Self-Purchasing Woman

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

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.

How Jewelers Coped with Hurricane Ian

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

US Wholesale: Suppliers Predict Slowdown

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

Designers Put Modern Twists on Classic Diamond Pieces

Studs, bracelets and rivières are getting a refresh.

Note from the Publisher

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

Secondhand Watches Are in Big Demand. Is the Surge Sustainable?

Pre-owned timepieces are beating jewelry at auction and outselling hard-to-get newer models.

Looking for a Sign: The Art of Proving a Jewel’s Origins

Maker’s marks, photos, and family testimonies are just some of the clues appraisers use.

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