Suzanne Watkin

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

Tom Heap joins the auction house from Sotheby’s, where he oversaw sales as head of department.
Mining company is also collaborating with regional leadership on a training program for careers in the industry.
David Berdugo helps set up channel to support independent retailers.
Spending up 0.3% from January and 6% year on year.
Average per carat down 18% to $59 for 2025.
De Beers sightholder reaffirms commitment to responsible sourcing and local beneficiation.
Ring carries a $700,000 high estimate at March 19 Jewels Online sale.
Financing is in addition to $84.9 million it received in December.
Some 49% of attendees expect overall sales in the industry to remain stable, while 44% believe market will improve.
Necklace and unmounted gemstone bring in $83,050 each at recent Los Angeles sale.
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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.