Country overtook Botswana in 2023.
Figure up 0.1% in April, according to US Census Bureau.
Figure for division up 8%, with growth in all regions except Asia Pacific.
Emerald and diamond earrings sell for five times high estimate.
Proposed language for update includes armed groups or individuals and entities under UNSC sanctions.
61% say product-focused ads without models are most impactful.
Blue-diamond ring is top lot, smashing high estimate to bring in $12.7 million.
Company reports deficit of $24.7 million, compared with profit of $4.9 million a year ago.
Rumored discounts reflect diamond market’s difficult situation.
Ekati owner plans to partner with cutters, traders, jewelers and luxury brands on direct diamond-sales agreements.
Diamond sells to American private collector, becoming most valuable jewel at auction this year.