The Rise of Desert Diamonds
Brown hues like champagne, cognac and chocolate have gone from imperfections to strong selling points thanks to creative branding and a growing love for irregular stones.
The Quiet Tragedy of Surat’s Diamond Industry
In India’s manufacturing heartland, despair has begun to claim the lives of cutters and polishers as sanctions choke supplies and lab-grown stones reshape markets. Our reporters share workers’ firsthand stories.
Designers Are Getting Their Glow On with Moonstones
With demand for both the classic and rainbow varieties waxing and the supply of high-quality material on the wane, this ethereal gem is growing in value.
Rock-Solid Ambition: Michael Indelicato’s Extraordinary Ascent
The founder of RDI Diamonds talks about how he went from helping his father sell gold as a side hustle to running a multimillion-dollar wholesale giant.
How AGTA Is Single-Handedly Saving the International Colored-Gemstone Industry
Behind the scenes, the American Gem Trade Association has been fighting a quiet, complex and costly battle in Washington to get gemstone shipments moving again.