Thursday, June 10, 2021

Rare gold and silver nuggets go on display in Perth

The Perth Mint has unveiled two rare large gold and silver nuggets – which have been named the King Henry and the Karratha Queen – as part of its new Australian precious metals public exhibition.
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Wednesday, June 9, 2021

Why diamonds?: Exploring the history and future of the world’s most iconic gemstone

Australian geologist EWEN TYLER AM has been called the 'Father of Australian diamonds', having led the discovery of the country's three diamond mines. Here, he reflects on humanity’s captivation with these shimmering stones.
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Tuesday, June 8, 2021

Pretty in pink: Kunzite

Kunzite, a variety of spodumene, is a relatively lesser-known gem in the world of jewellery – yet its beautiful pink-to- violet colouring, owed to the presence of manganese, continues to attract a growing number of admirers and collectors.
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The Gem Quarter: Understanding colour - The Rainbow Connection

Multi-colour and colour-change gemstones are among the most unique and beautiful of all jewellery crystals. Here, Jeweller discovers the gemmological phenomena that create eye-catching rainbow hues.
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Monday, June 7, 2021

Fancy colour diamonds: A natural selection

While a relatively niche category, the creative appeal and attractive margins of fancy colour diamonds mean they continue to punch above their weight for jewellers, writes ARABELLA RODEN.
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2021 CAD/CAM Report: Designing the future

Computer-aided design and manufacturing have become an almost intrinsic part of the jewellery industry – especially given the demand for custom makes and personalisation, writes ARABELLA RODEN.
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Friday, June 4, 2021

Now Showing: Meet the siblings who found $1.2 million in opal; making a $100,000 ring out of dust; and up close with alexandrite

Take a few moments to enjoy Jeweller's Friday Flicks video selection including updates on current affairs and insights into our jewellery trade. This week, meet the Australian siblings who discovered a $1.2 million opal find, watch a master jeweller make a $100,000 ring from dust, and discover the secrets of alexandrite. 
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