Due to the rarity and popularity of coloured diamonds, scientists were driven to experiment with ways of changing the colour of light-yellow and brown natural-mined diamonds.
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When it comes to jewellery, today’s couples are seeking fresh, innovative twists on a classic symbol that can express their unique love story while remaining on the cutting edge of fashion (laboratory-grown diamonds, anyone?).
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What is a modern metal? The term refers to materials that, historically, may or may not have been used to make jewellery, but are currently being used in ways that differ from more traditional precious metals used for jewellery fabrication.
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Calgary-based jeweller Llyn Strelau shares his experience of crafting a one-of-a-kind statue and sculpture for the AGTA Spectrum Awards.
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When a business’s ownership changes hands, this transition can, understandably, be a challenge for those involved.
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If only one thing could be said about this year’s Tucson GemFair, it’s that the events comprise, without a doubt, the most significant gem show around, as well as the largest gathering of jewellers and gemmologists from around the world. Passion made this show happen—and the same passion will...
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While pearls have always been a popular choice for wedding jewellery, recent years have seen significant growth and evolution in the bridal pearl trend.
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Teal has been a very hot colour for the past few years. Indeed, as a gem dealer who specializes in coloured gemstones, this author can attest to a spike in teal and green sapphire sales throughout 2022 and into 2023. What is teal, though? Why is it such a...
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Spring has sprung, and for the jewellery industry, that can mean only one thing: the Las Vegas shows are coming.
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The ethical jewellery cemetery is full of tombstones of good intentions, inscribed with the words: plus ça change, plus c’est la même chose (i.e. “the more that changes, the more it’s the same thing”).
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