Lab-Grown Demand Boosts Average Engagement Ring Size

One-third are over 2 carats, up 10% from 2019.

US Sanctions Zimbabwe President for Diamond Smuggling

Emmerson Mnangagwa also accused of serious human-rights abuses and other corrupt activities.

Four Questions the US Must Answer on Diamond Sanctions

A broader US ban on Russian diamonds went into effect on March 1, but uncertainty remains about key details.

GIA Provides Further Funding to Support Mercury-Free Initiative

Lab awards grant of $93,000 to deploy technology and train small-scale mining community in its use.

Chow Sang Sang Expects Profit Jump

Rise is result of border reopening between Hong Kong and China.

Sotheby’s Single-Owner Sale Proves Not So Iconic

Six of top 10 pieces fail to find buyers, while an Asprey necklace with $3 million high estimate is nowhere to be seen.

Gender Equality: Hope in Action

A message from Iris Van der Veken Executive Director Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030.

Are De Beers’ Lab-Grown Prices Too High?

Lightbox’s new standard rate of $600 per carat still puts the brand on the expensive side.

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Podcast: A Report from the Hong Kong Show

Roi Sheinfeld of M&B Group explains the current state of the Chinese diamond market.

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