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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Thursday, June 3, 2021

Recent record breakers: Pink diamond sold for $37 million

Auction house Christie’s has recorded several outstanding results in its recent ‘Magnificent Jewels’ sale in Hong Kong, including the Sakura Diamond, which became the largest purple-pink flawless diamond ever sold at auction.
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Recent record breakers: Pink diamond sold for $37 million

Auction house Christie’s has recorded several outstanding results in its recent ‘Magnificent Jewels’ sale in Hong Kong, including the Sakura Diamond, which became the largest purple-pink flawless diamond ever sold at auction.
http://dlvr.it/S12STh