Sonia Esther Soltani

Sonia Esther Soltani is the editor in chief of Rapaport, managing its bimonthly print publication and the online magazine Jewelry Connoisseur by Rapaport. She also oversees news on Rapaport.com and social media, curates the @rapaportjewelrypro Instagram account — which has 100,000 followers — and hosts the Jewelry Connoisseur podcast on jewelry history and styles.

The Sustainable Style of Jeweler Bario Neal

Designer Anna Bario talks about her brand’s extensive responsible-sourcing efforts and how clients connect with both its aesthetic and its mission.

Designer Emmanuel Tarpin’s Mine-Opening Experience

By taking trips to opal, emerald, and Paraiba tourmaline sources, the up-and-coming jeweler has gained a new perspective on the gems he uses in his work.

Going Behind the Scenes at NYC Jewelry Week

This year’s edition connects consumers with designers’ personal journeys, highlighting new labels and established brands.

Diamond Dealers Enjoy Success at JGT Dubai Show

UAE event could replace Hong Kong as top trade fair for fall season, say exhibitors.

Tabayer: Overseeing Gold Standards

The Fairmined ambassador embraces the values of both its customers and the yellow metal, marrying ethics and elegance in its designs.

Jewelers Upbeat at VicenzaOro as Dealers Face Price Declines

Retailers at the fair were optimistic that consumers would continue to buy, while suppliers reported "very weak" sentiment.

Divining Beauty Through a Jewelry Collector’s Gaze

A new book from dealer and connoisseur Kazumi Arikawa explores jewels’ emotional and spiritual power in 250 exquisite pieces.

Alice Cicolini’s Jewelry Channels Women’s Inner Goddess

The London-based designer’s gold-centric collection taps into mythology and symbolism to resonate with her powerful self-purchasing clientele.

Author Richa Goyal Sikri Unearths Adventures in the African Gem Trade

In her new book, the journalist and digital storyteller shares 24 tales based on the real-life experiences of miners, merchants and other local insiders.

Chronicling the Craftsmanship of Van Cleef & Arpels

In a new book, the French jewelry house lays out its history and its most iconic designs from the first half of the 20th century.
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Sonia Esther Soltani is the editor in chief of Rapaport, managing its bimonthly print publication and the online magazine Jewelry Connoisseur by Rapaport. She also oversees news on Rapaport.com and social media, curates the @rapaportjewelrypro Instagram account — which has 100,000 followers — and hosts the Jewelry Connoisseur podcast on jewelry history and styles.