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31/10/2017

Those in the market for an engagement ring can now watch their idea go from design to completion at a “diamond concept store” in London’s Piccadilly >>

All about the 💎.

30/10/2017

How would you like to spend your time eating an 18-course Michelin-star dinner on a private jet as part of a luxury trip for two to Singapore?
A diamond company is offering a million people the chance to win just that. Feeling lucky?
Full details here >>

First-class flights, a five-star hotel, and a cruise on a luxury yacht are also included.

26/10/2017

What is solid, Yellow and 34.17-carat?
Spoiler alert: The latest unearthed diamond that Alrosa found recently. Learn all about it here>>

Russian diamond miner Alrosa has unearthed a large 34.17 ct. yellow diamond, the largest fancy-colored rough it's extracted this year. The rough diamond, from the Ebelyakh alluvial deposit,…

24/10/2017

Visiting New York? Don't miss the chance to visit the one-of-a-kind high jewelry exhibition by Cartier!
The exhibition features massive gemstones and unparalleled artistry, Cartier’s collection of high jewelry is rarely seen, and more. Find more details here >>

"The Cartier Haute Joaillerie Exhibition" is on view at the Cartier Mansion, featuring the luxury brand's gorgeous high jewelry.

23/10/2017

When you enter a jewelry store, are you sure you're looking for the 'right' diamond? One that has its origins from being years under the ground?
Well now, trade and retailers put in extreme detection measures to keep synthetics out. Here's how it works >>

The trade and retailers put in extreme detection measures to keep synthetics out

19/10/2017

“I cannot emphasize enough how critical this topic is for Dubai as a trading hub. The history books will not judge kindly and credit the tax authority for driving business out of Dubai.”

Ahmed Bin Sulayem, executive chairman of the Dubai free zone where those businesses are based, warns that the introduction of value added tax could lead to an “exodus” of firms in the gold and diamond industry from the UAE. Learn more about it here >>

DUBAI: The introduction of value added tax could lead to an “exodus” of firms in the gold and diamond industry from the UAE, Ahmed Bin Sulayem, executive chairman of the Dubai free zone where those businesses are based, warned yesterday. In a strongly worded message to the Dubai Diamond Conference,…

17/10/2017

World Diamond Mark wishes you and your family a very happy Diwali & prosperous new year!

16/10/2017

Can diamonds, at last, be an investor’s best friend?
“Anything that can bring transparency to the diamond price is a good thing,” said Stellar Diamonds' CEO Karl Smithson, with the launch of Diamond Bullion on SDIX >>

Diamonds can at last be an investor's best friend, the Singapore Diamond Investment Exchange (SDIX) said on Tuesday, as it launched a new standardized form of the precious stones to rival gold ingots as a safe-haven alternative to cash.

16/10/2017

World Diamond Mark would like to congratulate Ya'akov Almor on his birthday. With 30-year service in the diamond industry, Ya’akov’s contribution along with his vast knowledge and expertise is unprecedented. Ya’akov has also been with WDM from the beginning and we’re lucky to have him as the World Diamond Magazine editor-in-chief. Happy Birthday, Ya’akov!

12/10/2017

Firestone Diamonds has recovered a 134 carat gem-quality light yellow diamond from its Liqhobong mine in Lesotho >>

It's a 134 carat gem-quality light yellow diamond recovered at the company's its Liqhobong mine.

10/10/2017

Do you know if the diamond on that jewel you have is new? Do you even care? Let us know in the comments below >>

The industry has traditionally not cared if the diamonds it sells are new or used. After all, when you sell a billion-year-old product, new is a pretty relative concept. Still, with the growing…

08/10/2017

Reena Ahluwalia was invited to speak at the Tokyo Diamond Exchange on 'Diamonds And The Power Of Storytelling'. Reena talked about the importance of engaging the next generations in the storytelling ability of diamonds and urged members to look beyond the 4Cs. She pointed out the need to understand 'Why' trends happen, and 'Why' do people buy diamonds. Reena's message fits perfectly with Part of You's approach towards storytelling and its significance to the industry. Learn more about it here >>

Reena Ahluwalia was invited to speak at the Tokyo Diamond Exchange on 'Diamonds And The Power Of Storytelling'. President of The Tokyo Diamond Exchange, Michio Iwasaki graciously welcomed Reena on her visit to the Exchange and shared insights about the market. The event was well attended by