Richa Goyal Sikri

Richa Goyal Sikri is an independent journalist and writer who specializes in gemstones, diamonds, mining, contemporary and vintage jewelry.

Diamond, gem and jewelry companies are using artificial intelligence in everything from grading to custom design.

Companies are leveraging nanotech, blockchain, machine learning, and more to make stones easier to track.

Natural colored stones continue to flourish despite lab-grown alternatives. Experts predict diamonds will follow the same path.

Forward looks: From craftcore to self-expression, the renowned style forecaster shares the latest insights from her annual report.

The Thai life: A steady gem supply and a history of expertise continue to attract cutters and dealers to the Asian hub.

Keeping the green clean: Treating this precious stone is common in the industry. Five experts offer some clarity on the process.

A product of ancient fossils deep underground in Canada, this iridescent stone is a mesmerizing alternative to opal.

With colors ranging from pink to green to blue, some forms of this versatile stone are rivaling the Big Three in demand and value.

Small wonders: This Italian brand's signature technique brings its Damisa Ice necklace and ring to life in exquisite detail.

Facets of discussion: Some 150 attendees met in Dubai for the annual conference of the International Colored Gemstone Association.

Richa Goyal Sikri is an independent journalist and writer who specializes in gemstones, diamonds, mining, contemporary and vintage jewelry.