Russian leadership dismisses suggestions of sanctions

A key figure in Russia’s foreign ministry has offered rare insight into Russia’s interpretation of proposed European economic sanctions on the diamond trade.
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Digital headaches for Perth Mint

Trovio, a Singapore-based technology company, has confirmed it will no longer support the ‘digital tokens’ offered by the Perth Mint due to alleged breaches of Australian and US laws.
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Stunning Patek Phillipe sets new world record at auction

A new world record has been set for the most expensive watch to be sold in an online auction, commanding a $US5,815,300 ($AU7,746,129) price tag.
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Perth Mint releases dazzling Jewelled Snake collection

The Perth Mint has released the latest addition to the Masterpiece series, the eye-catching Jewelled Snake.
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The rise of Inhorgenta Munich continues unabated

MARTIN FOSTER reflects on the 2023 edition of Inhorgenta Munich following a remarkable increase in attendance.
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Retailers demand more protection, New Zealand sales struggling

Australian retail representatives are demanding state governments implement tougher penalties for individuals who assault retail workers.
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Russian diamonds continue to flood Belgium despite sanctions

Belgium’s import of diamonds from Russia spiked in January by a remarkable 36 per cent despite heated political discussion around economic sanctions within the European Union.
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Luxury watch market approaching $100 billion milestone

According to a recent report from the Boston Consulting Group (BGC), the luxury watch market will reach $US100 billion ($AU149.5 billion) before 2026.
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New leadership for Chow Tai Fook

Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group, the largest jewellery retailer in China, has appointed Kent Wong as the new executive director for mainland China following the sudden retirement of Chan Sai-Cheong.
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ACCC forms new taskforce to target greenwashing

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) plans to continue its pursuit of businesses making fraudulent claims about the ‘environmentally friendly’ nature of products, launching a new taskforce.
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Crystal gazing: the future of lab-created diamonds

The rise of lab-created diamond jewellery has continued unabated. JOANNA PARK-TONKS shares her predictions for the road ahead.
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Calls for Royal Commission in wake of Perth Mint scandal

The fallout from the Perth Mint’s ‘gold doping’ scandal has heightened with political powers now demanding the formation of a Royal Commission to investigate.
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Michael Hill celebrates record first-half revenue

CEO Daniel Bracken has credited improved marketing and strong holiday-period sales for Michael Hill International’s record-breaking first-half revenue.
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