Suzanne Watkin

Suzanne is a News Writer at Rapaport. She reports on the diamond and jewelry industry, mining, manufacturing, retail and auctions.

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Richemont and Signet Consider Participating in Bid for De Beers

Retailers are in discussions with GDC to join the group.
Rough diamonds by Trans Atlantic Gem Sales image

TAGS Tender Generates $27.1M in Revenue

94% of lots find buyers, including many special-sized and fancy-colored stones.
The sapphire and diamond necklace that will lead the auction at Sotheby's image

Sapphire and Diamond Necklace to Star in Sotheby’s Italy Auction

Piece has high estimate of $333,500 at Fine Jewelry and Watches sale in Milan.
A couple exchanging holiday gifts image

Bain: Black Friday Weekend to Outpace Overall Holiday Season

Shopping period is expected to grow 9% to over $85 million.
A De Beers sight box image

Botswana Nears Deal on Size of De Beers Stake

Agreement between African country and leading bidder could pave the way for Anglo American to exit the diamond business.
Image: A Lugano boutique in Newport Beach. Lugano Diamonds

Middle West Partners Buys Lugano Jewelry

Private investment firm purchases company amid legal woes.
A Tiffany & Co. store in Tokyo, Japan image

Revenue for LVMH’s Jewelry Segment Improves

Category up 8% in third quarter.
The Kat Florence Paraiba tourmaline and diamond necklace at Bonhams image

Bonhams to Offer Paraiba and Diamond Necklace at Paris Auction

Kat Florence pendant with 81.17-carat gemstone has high estimate of $89,400.
The 8.31-carat Paraíba tourmaline by The Gem Portal image

8ct. Paraiba Tourmaline Gets $1 Starting Price at Gem Rock Auctions

Mozambique-mined stone will go on offer without reserve at the online sale
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Israel Diamond Exchange Signs New Agreement with Tax Authority

Deal aims to bring international traders back to country’s bourse.
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Suzanne Watkin

Rapaport Junior News Writer
Suzanne is a News Writer at Rapaport. She reports on the diamond and jewelry industry, mining, manufacturing, retail and auctions.