A Diamond Stuck to the Bottom of a Shoe, and This Week’s Other News

In the courtyard of the medieval Visegrád palace in northern Hungary, researchers have excavated a pair of gilded silver clothing clasps dated to the first half of the 14th century that may have been worn by Queen Elizabeth Piast, a member of the Polish royal house. The timelessness of these pieces and the stories they tell fascinate me. Plus: Now I want to learn more about Queen Elizabeth.

Lusix’s founder, Benny Landa, told us he was targeting the semiconductor sector in a podcast in 2021. However, the company’s decision to shift its focus to these applications reflects how the collapse in prices of gem-quality synthetics has taken even some of the experts by surprise.

Millennials and Gen-Z are the consumers of the future. Different generations have different preferences and values, and it’s important to adapt to keep moving forward. This article gives insights and comparisons to help understand these two generations as consumers.

I picked this story because it highlights the craziness of the Hollywood award season: This E! News reporter lost the 4-carat diamond from her ring somewhere on the red carpet, and celebrities were on their hands and knees searching for it. Unfortunately, it was not found, and she believes it’s likely stuck on the bottom of someone’s shoe!

This piece eloquently makes the case that more needs to be done to protect artisanal miners. There are millions of people around the world who work in this highly dangerous occupation. The diamond and jewelry industry depends on the labor of artisanal miners. By prioritizing their health and safety, the industry would be acknowledging the crucial role of artisanal miners — and showing its appreciation as well.