Friday, October 21, 2022

American Gem Society to close doors after 90 years

Two long-standing organisations with similar beginnings will soon become one, with the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) absorbing the operations of the American Gem Society (AGS).
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Fair organisers optimistic for 2023 return to Hong Kong

Informa Markets has reaffirmed plans to return the Jewellery and Gem World (JGW) trade show to Hong Kong in September of 2023.
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Monday, October 17, 2022

Exceptional Blue collection expected to fetch more than $136 million

Collectors of fancy colour diamonds will soon be given the chance to acquire any of eight stunning blue miracles of nature.
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Forecasting the future in times of great change

The international diamond industry is undergoing a period of significant change. PAUL ZIMNISKY outlines his vision of the future.
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Sunday, October 16, 2022

Garnets Part II: Grossular, Andradite, Uvarovite

Compared with the well-known reddish browns and purplish red garnet varieties of pyrope, almandine, and spessartine, the second solid solution series producing gem quality garnets generally goes under the radar of your average jewellery customers.
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Saturday, October 15, 2022

Home Grown Philosophy: Australian brands strengthen the market

SAMUEL ORD examines the unique appeal of Australian jewellery brands and highlights the importance of supporting local creators.
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Friday, October 14, 2022

Understanding Uncertainty

2022 has been another year of remarkable uncertainty for the international diamond industry. SAMUEL ORD explores some of the more significant international trends.
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