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US Consumer Confidence Remains Strong; Alluvial Diamond Tracking and Illegal Gold

US consumer confidence has kept the economy from sliding into a possible recession. Plus: Sustainable trends for diamonds and gold.

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A close-up image of a pile of rough diamonds.
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Ups and Downs of 2016 Make for an Uncertain 2017

The diamond industry was slow to recover in 2016 and coloured gems got a welcome shot in the arm. Mixed signals leave no clear indicators for 2017.

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Is Another 1,000 (or 3,000) Carat Diamond Around the Corner?

Find out why the number of very large diamonds entering the market has increased sharply in the last few years.

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Gem Buyers Beware: Get Rich Quick Scams

Think before investing your savings in diamonds and gems - it just may be a get rich quick scam. Find out how these scams operate and how to protect yourself.

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The 14.62 ct. emerald cut Fancy Vivid Blue Oppenheimer diamond is flanked by diamonds in a ring setting.
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Spring 2016 Auction Update: Big Cheques – Mega Diamonds

Big diamonds – really big ones – dominated the news in May, setting sales records for colourless and coloured beauties.

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Jewellers to the Maharajas of Jaipur and Modern-Day Moguls

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.

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Shenzhen: The Frontier of China’s Gem and Jewellery Industry

All jewellery professionals are familiar with the city of Shenzhen, a global jewellery manufacturing centre and a leader of China’s fast-growing gem and jewellery industry. Join the GIA team as we tour the city and discover more about its leading jewellery brands.

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Yellow Diamond from the Alrosa Hong Kong tender
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Fancy Colour Diamonds Highlight Alrosa Hong Kong Tender

Large Russian colourless and fancy colour diamonds offered at Hong Kong tender. Plus, a comparison of Alrosa and De Beers sales.

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The Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair will be an important indicator for business throughout Asia during the next  six months. Photo by Russell Shor/GIA
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De Beers Announces New Deferments; China Devalues Yuan

De Beers continues to adjust sights as clients defer allocations in response to polished prices. Industry anticipates Hong Kong show results.

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Slow Diamond Market Puts Miners Under Pressure

Soft conditions in the world diamond industry are affecting miners’ bottom lines. Plus, market reports on China and Japan.

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