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Exceptional Pink to Red Diamonds: A Celebration of the 30th Argyle Diamond Tender

John King, James E. Shigley, and Claudia Jannucci, January 30, 2015

Describes the extremely rare polished pink diamonds from Australia’s Argyle mine that have been sold for 30 years through invitation-only tenders.

Yellow diamond 17.88 ct., in tweezers, in front of selection of white octahedra, 34.11 ctw. These diamonds came from Kao Mine, Lesotho.

Rough Diamond Auctions: Sweeping Changes In Pricing and Distribution

Russell Shor, January 30, 2015

Examines the growing percentage of rough diamonds being sold through auctions, a shift that has caused price volatility while opening up supply to more manufacturers and dealers.

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Coronavirus May Cut Chinese Demand; Diamond Companies See Better Times

Russell Shor, February 10, 2020

The economic impact of the coronavirus in mainland China and Hong Kong. Plus, an update on the diamond market and gold jewellery.

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2019 in Review: Diamond Trade Begins Recovery, Jewellery Retail Sector Blooms Late and Extraordinary Auction Sales

Russell Shor, December 16, 2019

2019: A year of ups and downs in the gem and jewellery industry, including diamonds, retail, auction sales and laboratory-grown diamonds.

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Autumn 2016 G&G: CVD Synthetic Diamonds Survey, Reversible Colour Change in Blue Zircon

Jennifer-Lynn Archuleta, October 31, 2016

A summary of the content found in the Autumn 2016 issue of Gems & Gemology.

A diamond necklace that features a 100.02 Fancy Intense yellow diamond. The pendant is done in the shape of a musical instrument.

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Bullish Predictions for 2019 Seasonal Sales Despite Concerns; Sotheby’s Hong Kong Auction Sales

Russell Shor, October 21, 2019

US seasonal sales predictions are better than expected. Sotheby’s Hong Kong auction features a 100 ct yellow diamond necklace by GIA alumna Anna Hu.

Three loops of diamond ribbons form a bow around a ruby framed by more diamonds.

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National Retail Federation Predicts a Cheery Holiday

Russell Shor, October 22, 2018

The building blocks are in place for a strong 2018 U.S. holiday season. Plus, diamond market updates and upcoming auctions.

Attendees ascend an escalator with an expansive view of the Hong Kong Convention Centre.

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2016 Hong Kong Show: Demand Slightly Up

Russell Shor, September 20, 2016

Demand for diamonds and coloured gems exceeded the expectations of most exhibitors; many reported an improvement from last year’s business.

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Jewellers to the Maharajas of Jaipur and Modern-Day Moguls

Andrew Lucas, March 18, 2016

Enter a world not well-known in the West—the world of the maharajas and their jewellery, coveted by the modern-day moguls of business, entertainment and royalty. See the fantastic works of art made today in the form of enamelled Kundan meena jewellery and the regal look of polki diamonds.

This 1,111 carat rough unearthed in Botswana last year will be sold by Sotheby’s later this year. Courtesy of Lucara Diamond

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Better Than Expected: Hong Kong Demand Buoys Market

Russell Shor, March 21, 2016

Encouraging demand at the March Hong Kong Gem and Jewellery Show has buoyed the industry’s mood.

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