Diamond
Diamonds remain the cornerstone of the global jewellery trade, shaping trends and driving consumer demand across all market segments. For UK jewellers, designers, wholesalers, and manufacturers, staying informed about developments in the diamond sector is critical to navigating supply chain dynamics, pricing fluctuations, and shifting consumer preferences. Jewellery Focus provides comprehensive coverage of the diamond industry, including market analysis, ethical and lab-grown alternatives, regulatory changes, and insights into sourcing and sustainability. From the latest trends in diamond jewellery to updates from major producers and distributors, our reporting equips trade professionals with the knowledge to make informed commercial decisions.
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May- 2015 -6 MayCurrent Affairs
Polished diamond prices stabilize in April
Diamond markets were quiet in April despite a slight improvement in sentiment towards the end of the month as shortages helped stabilize prices. This is according to Rappaport’s Rapnet Diamond Index (RAPI) which said that many diamond suppliers did not lower their prices even though liquidity and profitability remain tight.…
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5 MayInternational
A plant that sniffs out diamonds
Scientists have discovered a rare plant that only appears to grow directly above kimberlite pipes – columns of rock left by eruptions which have historically brought diamonds to earth’s surface. This is according to the website of the renowned scholarly journal Science, which says the plant, known as Pandanus candelabrum, is the first known…
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Apr- 2015 -29 AprilEvents
WFDB presidents prepare to discuss ‘critical’ issues
The Presidents of the World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) are preparing to discuss “critical” issues at its next presidents meeting in Tel Aviv, Israel. The bi-annual meeting, which will take place between June 14 to 16, has been cited by WFDB president Ernie Blom as “one of the most…
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21 AprilEvents
‘Perfect’ 100-carat diamond could sell for $25m at auction
A ‘flawless’ 100-carat diamond is expected to fetch between $19m (£12.7m) and $25m (£16.7m) at a Sotheby’s auction in New York. The diamond has been described as ‘perfect’ and joins an elite group of just five comparable-quality diamonds over 100 carats to have ever been sold at auction worldwide. The…
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17 AprilEvents
RJC celebrates tenth anniversary with AGM in Mumbai
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has celebrated its 10th anniversary this week by hosting its first annual general meeting (AGM) outside of Europe. Co-hosted by the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) and Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB), the AGM represented the organisation’s first conference held outside of Europe. The…
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16 AprilE-Commerce
Gemporia unveils exclusive collection in House of Fraser
Online retailer Gemporia is launching its first high street product with retail stalwart House of Fraser. The previously online-only jewellery brand will be available in 20 stores from next week as part of a first-phase roll-out into House of Fraser. Gemporia will eventually be housed in 42 stores, including the flagship…
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15 AprilCurrent Affairs
LDB to offer support to those affected by Hatton Garden Raid
The London Diamond Bourse (LDB) has today announced it will act as centralised point of contact for members of the trade affected by the recent robbery in Hatton Garden. The LDB said that it is concerned that there is no “coordinated effort” to manage the situation outside the consumer press…
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14 AprilAuctions
Rapaport Melee Diamond Index down as polished sales continue decline
Rapaport sold over 135,000cts of polished diamonds for $28.9m (£19.7m) in Q1, as its Melee Diamond index for small diamonds decreased by 4% to 124.50. This is according to Rapaport’s Melee Index (RMI), which was down 9.5% year-on-year from 137.60 in March 2014 Rapaport said polished diamond prices continued to…
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10 AprilCurrent Affairs
London Diamond Bourse ‘greatly concerned’ by Hatton Garden robbery
The London Diamond Bourse (LDB) has said it is “greatly concerned” by the Hatton Garden jewellery raid which took place over the Easter weekend. In the statement Victoria McKay, chief operating officer at LDB expressed particular concern about the “incorrect information” being reported in the media. LDB said that it…
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10 AprilCurrent Affairs
Bonhams proclaims 2015 as ‘year of the coloured gemstones’
Coloured gemstones, such as rubies, sapphires and emeralds are this year’s must-have gems, according to Bonhams. The auction house said that this demand was thanks to their being sported by A-list celebrities such as the Duchess of Cambridge, Beyonce, Naomi Watts, Rosamund Pike and Mila Kunis. Jean Ghika, head of…
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