Suzanne Watkin

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

Diamond Miner Ekapa Files for Liquidation After Tragedy

Five workers trapped under a mudslide are believed to be dead.

AGTA Appeals to US Government to Remove Tariffs on Gemstones

If successful, exemption could de facto extend to diamonds.

Congolese Diamonds Fetch High Prices at Antwerp Tender

Sale brings in $3.2 million, achieving a 40% higher figure per carat than in Dubai.

Yellow-Diamond Necklace to Star in Joopiter Auction

Jewel carries an $8 million high estimate in upcoming online sale.

De Beers to Cut Workforce at Gahcho Kué Mine

Miner in redundancy talks with around 5% of staff amid pause on expansion of the Tuzo pit.

Gemfields Reports High Interest in Fine-Quality Rubies at Auction

90% of lots found buyers in latest sale, averaging $279 per carat.

JVC Names New Board Members and Officers

Julie Yoakum, president of Kay and Peoples Jewellers, will serve as chairperson.

Swiss Watch Exports See Slow Start to New Year

Total January shipments down 3.6% from same period in 2025.

GIA Examines Unusual Faceted Armenite

Testing reveals inclusions that match a similar specimen from the institute’s museum.

JSA Offers Up to $10,000 Reward for Leads in Abduction of Nancy Guthrie

The family has connections to the jewelry industry.
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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.