Suzanne Watkin

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

JA and BIJC Name Winners of Emerging Jewelers 2025 Award

Katty Villapando Lyte and Mica Rencher of Shimmer Culture will receive the $10,000 grant.

17ct. Sapphire to Shine at Christie’s New York

Ring carries $1.2 million estimate at October 14 to 23 sale.

Bulgari Pink-Diamond Ring Sells for $2.6M

Price sets record for Italian auction house Aste Bolaffi.

Rising Interest in New Ruby Material at Gemfields Mini-Auction

Sale features medium to commercial grades from recently developed mining area.

DCWC to Merge with Jewelers 24 Karat Club

Partnership to drive growth and strengthen the jewelry industry’s community.

HRD Antwerp Names New CEO

Paul De Wachter brings over two decades of experience to the role.

Pandora Appoints Berta de Pablos-Barbier CEO

She will succeed Alexander Lacik, who is retiring, in the role

Emerald and Diamond Bracelet Shines at Phillips Auction

Piece sells for $406,200, missing its $514,100 estimate in Hong Kong sale.

Four Piece Emerald and Diamond Set Beats High Estimate at Sotheby’s

Pieces sell for $310,100 against $231,400 upper price at Hong Kong auction.

Gemfields Revenue Plunges Amid Temporary Mine Closure

First-half loss primarily due to fewer high-grade rubies from Montepuez and the impact of a 15% export duty on emeralds from Zambia.
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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.