Tag Archives: national

IGI acquired by Chinese investment group September 14, 2018 Fosun, a Chinese investment and operating conglomerate, has acquired 80 per cent of the International Gemological Institute in a move the institute says will support future growth. + Read More

Learning from the experts at VicenzaOro September September 13, 2018 Technology, gemmology, and the trends of the future are all slated for discussion at this year’s VicenzaOro September. + Read More

RZ Murowa Holdings joins Diamond Producers Association September 12, 2018 The Diamond Producers Association (DPA) has gained a new member. RZ Murowa Holdings, operator of Zimbabwe’s Murowa diamond mine, is now part of the organization. + Read More

French jewellery takes the spotlight at new auction September 12, 2018 Sotheby’s will be taking a trip through France’s extensive jewellery history at a new sale this fall. + Read More

DEF launches scholarship inspired by Nelson Mandela September 11, 2018 The first in a series of new scholarships from the Diamond Empowerment Fund will focus on improving Africans’ quality of life. + Read More

JCK invites entries for annual design contest September 11, 2018 Until October 10, jewellery designers and manufacturers can enter their best pieces for consideration. + Read More

Rare Rolex, Patek Philippe timepieces go under the hammer September 10, 2018 Two rare chronographs are set to steal the show at the autumn edition of Sotheby’s Hong Kong’s Important Watches sale. + Read More

WDC invites comments from diamond trade September 7, 2018 Members of the diamond trade still have time to share their thoughts on the World Diamond Council’s (WDC’s) System of Warranties (SoW). + Read More

CIBJO explores a spectrum of coloured gem issues September 7, 2018 In the world of coloured gemstones, responsible sourcing, treatments, and gemmological analysis are just a few of the considerations to navigate. + Read More

Record-breaking coloured diamond up for sale in Hong Kong September 6, 2018 A cushion-cut, fancy deep purple-pink diamond will brighten up Alrosa’s first ‘True Colours’ auction, to be held at the upcoming Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair. + Read More