Analyses the chemical composition and inclusion characteristics of this ancient artefact.
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A look at the mining and distinguishing characteristics of this naturally vibrant blue sapphire.
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A look at the artistic heritage of the Drehers, an influential family of gem carvers in Idar-Oberstein, Germany.
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Hardstone figures of two Russian imperial bodyguards, commissioned in 1912 by Nicholas II, demonstrate the House of Fabergé’s meticulous detail and craftsmanship.
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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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Describes the extremely rare polished pink diamonds from Australia’s Argyle mine that have been sold for 30 years through invitation-only tenders.
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Presents spectroscopic and phosphorescence data of the Blue Moon, a 12.03 ct Fancy Vivid blue diamond discovered at the historic Cullinan mine in early 2014.
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Offers a first-hand look at Sri Lanka’s mining, cutting, jewellery manufacturing and retail sectors, where tradition and innovation converge.
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Examines the history of diamond production in Botswana and the long-term outlook for beneficiation through value-added industries.
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Examines China’s eminent role in the gem and jewellery industry, as a manufacturer and a consumer market, and its impact on the global trade.
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