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14 May 2024
JGA 2024 in June
Jewellery & Gem Asia Hong Kong (JGA) promises extensive resource offerings and curated collections
14 May 2024
ASA rules against misleading marketing of lab-grown diamonds
UK advertising regulator rules against misleading ads of lab-grown diamonds
9 May 2024
Diamond Buyers Asking for Too Much Origin Info, Indians Say
Diamond buyers in USA and Europe are demanding source declarations for stones that are currently exempt from sanctions.
Indian diamond traders say buyers in Group of Seven (G7) nations are refusing to buy any polished stones without origin confirmation. 'Everybody is asking for everything to be certified, and not only 1-carat and above.'
7 May 2024
AGTA Amends Trade Show Rule for Synthetic Gemstones
American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) prohibits exhibitors from showcasing lab grown gemstones.
7 May 2024
Gemgeneve May 2024
In Geneva, the Gemgeneve International Gem & Jewellery Show runs 9-12 May, 2024. Now in its eighth edition, Gemgeneve is a show created by exhibitors but still open to the general public, offering a unique platform dedicated to exceptional gemstones, and antique and contemporary jewels. The highly anticipated Gemgeneve show coincides with another landmark event, the Geneva Luxury week and its spring auctions.
6 May 2024
Divorce Rings
Divorce Rings now an emerging jewellery trend, 'represent my own personal evolution.'
6 May 2024
No UN Diamond Accord
UN General Assembly does not reach accord on issues concerning conflict diamonds.
20 Feb 2024
Lab-Grown Diamond Surge
Gemmological Science International (GSI), a key player in diamond and jewellery certification, warns of a surge in undisclosed lab-grown brown, yellow, and pink diamonds masquerading as natural ones in diamond jewellery
12 Feb 2024
Recycled Metal Only for Pandora
Pandora, the global jeweller, from now on will use only recycled silver and gold, for which they will pay a premium.
12 Feb 2024
Blue Spinel in Arctic Canada
The very rare cobalt-blue spinel is discovered on Baffin Island in the Canadian Arctic
3 Feb 2024
Vicenzaoro January 2024
The Vicenzaoro January show was a success, reporting a 3% increase in attendance, and foreign attendance at 60% of the total.
3 Feb 2024
Defining Conflict Diamond
The pressure is on for the Kimberley Process to review the definition of conflict diamonds.
2 Feb 2024
Strong Indian Jewel Market
India's colored gemstone market is expected to reach USD 707 million this year, with 10.5% CAGR projected between 2023 and 2024.
31 Jan 2024
Zimbaqua Gemstone Mine
African gemstone mine employs only women, to produce aquamarine and beryl.
31 Jan 2024
Thai Jewel Makers Advised to Adapt
Thai jewel manufacturers should pay attention to the sustainability and environmental aspects of the business
26 Jan 2024
GIA Gemolite NXT Microscope
This microscope is packed with cutting edge features catering to the needs of gemologists.
26 Jan 2024
World’s Largest Jewellery Park
One of the key objectives is to support micro, small and medium enterprises.
23 Jan 2024
Bonas, DelGatto Launch Gem Funding Innovation
Bonas Group and Delgatto Diamond Finance Fund introduce groundbreaking funding model for junior and mid-sized miners in Southern Africa and beyond
23 Jan 2024
GIA Unveils The Jade Report
GIA made these improvements to the GIA Jade Report recognizing jade's overall importance to consumers.
16 Jan 2024
JJS: The December Show
The upcoming Gem Bourse in Jaipur will make India a key global hub in the gem and jewelry sector.
25 Dec 2023
ICA and AV Globale to Launch
ICA GemBureau Middle East
ICA GemBureau Middle East to provide broad range of resources to ICA members
14 Nov 2023
GIA Global Research Team Convenes in Carlsbad
Scientists discuss advancements in gemology and technology
9 Nov 2023
Istanbul Jewelry Show
Products and services by over 1,000 companies and brands were presented to more than 26,000 industrial professionals from 136 different countries.
8 Nov 2023
Fura Gems, China Stone in Ruby Pact
Under this agreement, Fura Gems will grant China Stone access to a selection of premium rough rubies.
8 Nov 2023
IGI Expressions Competition
Online competition is open to all aspiring jewellery designers