Consumers’ changing spending habits are the real cause of weak retail sales, more so than rising inflation, says consultant David Marcotte.

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Living legacy: Meet the vice president of Vantyghem Diamonds, whose parents founded the company 50 years ago in Ontario, Canada.

The senior specialist for jewelry and watches at Hindman’s newly opened New York branch chats about her professional journey, the market, and the Elizabeth Taylor collection.

At the helm of a new era: The De Beers exec plans to make the World Diamond Council more accessible and heighten awareness of
responsible-sourcing issues.

On the rocks: Big diamonds and Bulgari stood out at the latest Swiss auctions, which included the contentious yet high-value Heidi Horten sale.

An ode to beauty: Diamonds of distinctive shapes and hues complemented a smattering of spectacular colored stones.

Sales were subdued despite record-breaking totals and several noteworthy gems.

A product of ancient fossils deep underground in Canada, this iridescent stone is a mesmerizing alternative to opal.

This much-misunderstood gem deserves more attention for its brilliant fire and rainbow of color options, designers say.