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1758-carat diamond named

Lucara Diamond Corp. has christened its 1758-carat stone ‘Sewelô.’ The name, which translates to ‘rare find’ in Setswana, was selected from more than 22,000 submissions in a contest open to all citizens of Botswana.

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Bolstering economies one diamond at a time

Today’s jewellery consumers are discerning and often make purchases based on sustainability, ethical business practices, and labour sourcing. Many who are purchasing gemstones, however, have misconceptions about the natural diamond industry, as the progress many countries have made within this field is not widely understood.

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Wedding rings and a theory of evolution

Most who work in the jewellery industry are familiar with the story of the first documented diamond ring used to signify engagement, presented by Archduke Maximilian of Austria upon his betrothal to Mary of Burgundy in 1477. The ring as a symbol of love and commitment, however, traces its history to the earliest days of humanity.

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