Country overtook Botswana in 2023.
Company share to grow to 51% from previous 39%.
Company considers offloading Fabergé, will shut emerald mine for at least six months.
Top piece fetches $341,650, more than five times its high estimate.
Takeover will go into effect on January 1, 2025.
Pact will use some of the money to promote mercury-free mining in Mali.
Jeweler also plans to achieve net-zero emissions by 2049.
Like-for-like figures down 7% from previous tender across most size categories.
Colored diamonds and gemstones dominate sales at Sotheby’s and Christie’s.
He previously served in the position from 2012 to 2014.
Facility in Spain will focus on production of semiconductor-grade rough.