Country overtook Botswana in 2023.
Jeweler will also close at least 50 stores in China this year.
Lulo mine sales up 6% despite temporary shutdown due to blockades.
Company posted $3.3 million deficit in first quarter, compared to profit of $1.1 million a year ago.
Customers likely to refuse goods, sources say.
Gap in shoppers’ understanding of natural vs. synthetic diamonds is narrowing, according to Plumb Club.
Miner sells 2.4 million carats for $16.4 million.
1-carat RAPI up 0.7% in April.
Revenue from jewelry and watches down 3.9% in March compared to 13% in February.
Hong Kong Magnificent Jewels sale totals $5.9 million.
Sophie Stevens was previously a specialist for the region at Sotheby’s.