World Wildlife Fund criticises watch and jewellery industry

The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) has issued a scathing criticism of the jewellery and watch industry, publishing a report raising questions about the environmental impact of the trade.


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Fancy colour spectacle: Rio Tinto sells rare diamonds

Rinto Tinto sold 87 fancy colour diamonds sourced from Australia and Canada at the latest Beyond Rare tender.


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See you in court: Legal fight begins over Marlon Brando’s Rolex

An iconic Rolex GMT-Master worn by actor Marlon Brando in Francis Ford Coppola’s 1979 film ‘Apocalypse Now’ has become embroiled in a civil lawsuit.


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More leadership change at the Responsible Jewellery Council

The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has confirmed that David Bouffard will step down from the position of chairman next year.


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Fancy colour diamonds light up auctions

A 15.48-carat fancy colour diamond, known as the Pink Supreme, was the headline act at the most recent Christie’s jewellery auction in Hong Kong, returning a hefty sum.


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Unexpected twist in Russian diamond sanctions saga

The long-awaited next round of sanctions against the Russian diamond industry may also target lab-created diamonds, according to recent media reports.


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Short Sparks: Nationwide educates members with new video series

Australasia’s largest jewellery industry buying group, Nationwide Jewellers, has launched a new educational webinar series known as ‘Short Sparks’.


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