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Belmont: 40 years of emerald excellence

Brazilian emeralds have risen to become one of the most coveted gems in the world, rivalling their counterparts in colour, size, lustre and overall allure.

Coloured gems to dazzle at September Fair

The September Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair is shining the spotlight on gemstone dealers that have carved out a special niche for themselves in the world of coloured gemstone manufacturing.

HK retains appetite for Swiss luxury watches

Hong Kong maintained its spot as the top market for luxury timepieces, according to the latest data on Swiss watch exports released by the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry FH.

Gold price drop could spur jewellery buying – WGC

Lower prices of gold are likely to result in stronger demand for gold jewellery as well as increased investments in gold, the World Gold Council said in its latest report.

Tiffany introduces new ‘Save the Wild’ collection

Tiffany & Co will offer fresh additions to its “Save the Wild” jewellery collection in September. Launched in 2017, its environment-friendly initiative is part of a commitment to sustainability and conservation.

HKJMA gears up for highly anticipated industry award

It's all systems go for the third Hong Kong Jewelry Industry Outstanding Achievement Award. Presented by the Hong Kong Jewelry Manufacturers’ Association (HKJMA), the awards is aimed at honouring the industry’s most outstanding and dedicated jewellers.

Rio Tinto opens new diamond pipe at Diavik

Rio Tinto has opened a new open-pit pipe at its Diavik Diamond Mine in Canada in a bid to augment supply.

IGT Thailand to open facility in Bangkok

The Institute of Gem Trading Thailand (IGT) – a new gemmological training centre focused on applied gemmology – is officially opening its doors in Bangkok.

JNA Awards 2018 shines light on world-class innovators

The seventh edition of the JNA Awards has received a record number of entrants for the Industry Innovation of the Year category, proving yet again the importance of ground-breaking work and creativity in the jewellery sector.

Tracr appoints new head to lead developments

Tracr, the end-to-end diamond industry blockchain being developed by De Beers Group, has named Jim Duffy as general manager to lead the next phase of the platform’s development.

Industry should tap ‘Gen-Z’ potential, says CIBJO

A new generation of buyers, aptly known as Generation Z, is expected to influence new marketing strategies in the jewellery sector, a new report from The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) said.

Alrosa to auction large diamonds in Israel

Russian diamond miner Alrosa will auction off special-sized rough diamonds (weighing over 10.8 carats) in Israel from August 19 to September 6.

NCDIA strengthens presence in Asia

The Natural Color Diamond Association, which recently opened an office in Bangkok, is planning to hold an exclusive fancy colour diamond exhibition in China next year in a bid to further fortify its presence in Asia.

IDI to host auction of special stones at September Fair

The Israel Diamond Pavilion, organised by the Israel Diamond Institute, will feature an auction of special stones offered by exhibitors at the September Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair.

‘Jewellers for Hope’ takes centre stage in India

The fourth edition of “Jewellers for Hope” – an industry-wide initiative led by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council, in collaboration with De Beers Group and the Gemological Institute of America – was presented in India recently.

GJEPC, SRDE ink MoU to boost cooperation

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council and the Shenzhen Rough Diamond Exchange signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two organisations.