Program aims to educate young consumers about mined stones’ positive qualities.
Executive previously ran the auction house’s jewelry division in Europe.
There are several developments that are creating positive energy around jewelry.
11.16-carat, fancy-vivid stone has remained in the same European collection since its debut in 1970.
Jewelry from the Wolf Family garnered $8 million against a high presale price of $6 million.
Several big-ticket items did not appear in results.
Mozambique-mined Estrela de Fura may set new auction record.
Despite a poor showing at the fall sales, large colored diamonds and historical jewels look like they will gain steam this spring.
10.57-carat stone carries estimate of $35 million.
10.05-carat stone came from Lesotho’s Kao mine.
Gucci, Hodinkee and Greenwich St. Jewelers among honorees.