This rigid metal choker is taking the season’s catwalks by storm, especially in combination with longer necklaces.

Regional violence and financial difficulties have beset the miner’s ruby operations in the African country. How will that affect supply?

This nonprofit works to improve living and working conditions for communities that mine and cut colored stones.

Customers are still eager to buy the yellow metal despite the costs, say designers and retailers.

With prices for colored stones continuing to climb, dealers are upbeat about sales for the coming year.

The Emirati city’s central location and favorable business conditions have helped push it to prominence as a trading center.

Crayons, padlocks, flatware and other commonplace items become upscale adornments in these creative collections.

Systemic flaws and the growing competition from synthetics are combining to bring down polished prices. What can the trade do to ensure its long-term survival?

Pinks, blues, reds and greens brought in the big bucks at 2024’s auctions.

Buyers increasingly want unconventional fancies, according to dealers.