EU to Exempt Pre-2024 Diamonds from Russia Sanctions – Report

Proposal for “grandfathered” goods reaches EU envoys, according to Reuters.

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Will the May Sales Bump Be Softer Than Usual?

Mother’s Day comes amid uncertain consumer sentiment.

Mountain Province Profit Falls Amid Soft Rough-Pricing Market

Net income for first quarter down 76% year on year.

Watches of Switzerland Snaps Up Roberto Coin for $130M

Parties have had a partnership for over 10 years, with jewelry already available in 16 of group’s US showrooms.

Sotheby’s to Offer over 80 Jewels Belonging to Shirley Bassey

British singer’s collection includes diamonds Elton John gifted.

Podcast: Is the Kimberley Process Broken?

Conflict-diamond expert Hans Merket shares his views.

Taking Luxury Shopping to the Next Level, and This Week’s Other News 

Members of the editorial team pick their favorite pieces from the internet.

GEMTalks Illuminates the Value of Light Performance

IGI’s John Pollard and Ideal-Scope inventor Garry Holloway will discuss how this diamond report can add benefit beyond the 4Cs.

De Beers Cuts Prices of Smaller Rough Diamonds

Reductions aren’t enough to ease profitability concerns, sightholders say.

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