Tag Archives: national

Showcasing coloured gems at JCK Las Vegas March 5, 2018 An upcoming edition of JCK Las Vegas will feature a new coloured gemstone exhibition, thanks to a multi-year agreement between show organizers and the International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA). + Read More

GIA symposium will recognize famed gemmologist’s centennial March 2, 2018 Renowned gemmologist Richard T. Liddicoat would have turned 100 on March 2 of this year. In his honour, a celebration and gala is planned for GIA’s International Gemological Symposium. + Read More

Couture and CJDG team up on charity auction March 2, 2018 After a successful first iteration last year, the Contemporary Jewelry Design Group (CJDG) is bringing its Cindy Edelstein Memorial Auction back for a second run. + Read More

Stuller announces Facebook-based bridal design contest March 1, 2018 Bridal season is upon us, and Stuller is inviting jewellers to submit entries to its sixth annual March Bridal Madness competition. + Read More

Lucara Diamond announces new CEO and blockchain acquisition March 1, 2018 Canadian diamond producer Lucara Diamond Corp. has not only named a new CEO, but also made a significant acquisition with blockchain platform Clara Diamond Solutions. + Read More

New award honours gemmological excellence February 27, 2018 CGA has issued a call for nominations for its inaugural Diamond Award, which is intended to celebrate significant contributions to gemmology. + Read More

IEG recognized by United Nations for contributions to sustainability February 23, 2018 The Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) was honoured for its sustainability efforts at a special meeting of the United Nations (UN) Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) on February 21. + Read More

Canadian mines drive De Beers financial results February 23, 2018 De Beers Group has released its preliminary financial results for 2017, with a number of changes attributed to developments in its Canadian mines—in particular, Gahcho Kué. + Read More

Major Hong Kong jewellery shows to kick off next week February 22, 2018 Two major jewellery trade shows organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will open next week. + Read More

Kingsmen appoints Sian Williams president February 22, 2018 Canadian jewellery and watch distributor Kingsmen has named a new president: Sian Williams, a seasoned member of the watch industry. + Read More