New Engagement-Ring Category Shines at Gem-Studded AGTA Awards

Montana Sun sapphire takes Best of Show in Cutting Edge, while butterfly brooch tops Spectrum contest.

Pandora Lifts Full-Year Forecast Amid ‘Strong’ Sales

Jeweler has also increased the number of new stores it intends to open in 2024.

GIA to Close Israel Lab by End of 2024

Facility will send any new diamond submissions to other offices for servicing.

Natural-Pearl Necklace to Lead Sotheby’s Important Jewels Sale

Piece carries a high estimate of nearly $350,000 at November 15 auction.

GIA Graders Spot Unusual Inclusions in Natural Diamonds

Butterflies, fish and a theater mask are among the images seen from feathering.

Asian Star Sales Down as Diamond Demand Slumps

Revenue from segment fell 39% year on year in second fiscal quarter.

Hong Kong Luxury Sales Hit by Shift in Spending Patterns

September decrease narrower than previous month’s, with revenue down 18%.

WFDB Urges Industry to Invest in Natural-Diamond Marketing

Producing countries should contribute largest sums, according to bourse president Yoram Dvash.

Two Rare Colored Diamonds to Headline Sotheby’s Geneva

Very-light-pink and fancy-red stones, in pendant and ring respectively, carry high estimate of $2.1 million each.

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