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GIA to revise laboratory-grown diamond services from October
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) will introduce updated evaluation services for D-to-Z laboratory-grown diamonds from 1 October, replacing its existing system.
The new service, called the…
Gemopia to unveil new collection at the Jewellery Show
Manufacturer Gemopia, represented by distributor NYSA Creations, has announced that it will unveil its newest collection at the Jewellery Show, the first time it will exhibit at the show.
The collection comprises…
London DE Group invests in Australian gold and rare earth project
London DE Group has partnered with Broula King Enterprises (BKE) to fund a new gold and rare earth elements (REE) processing plant in New South Wales, Australia.
The project, near the town of Goulburn, aims to…
Music Friday: From Pop Beads to Diamonds, Dolly Parton Thanks Johnny Carson
On September 19, 1979, Dolly Parton took to “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson” with more than her trademark sparkle and wit. Guitar in hand, the 33-year-old country star unveiled a one-of-a-kind song she had written just for…
Pandora launches new Talisman and Minis charm collections
Jewellery brand Pandora has unveiled two new collections, Pandora Talisman and Pandora Minis, which update its signature charms with “contemporary” designs and “symbolic” motifs.
The Pandora Talisman collection…
Mining Giant Alrosa Harnesses AI to Unlock Next Generation of Diamond Finds
Russia’s diamond mining giant, Alrosa, is turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to help locate the world’s next major diamond deposits. The company announced that it has developed a neural network–based system designed to identify…
Hexagon Diamonds & Hexagon Engagement Rings: Your Complete Guide
your hexagon diamond questions answered How Much Do Hexagonal Diamonds Cost? Hexagonal diamonds are typically less pricey than round brilliant diamonds of the same quality and carat weight. Why settle for ordinary when you can have…
What Is Peach Gold? – Gem Breakfast
What color is peachy gold? Peach gold is a gold tone that falls right in between yellow and rose gold. Is peach gold durable? Definitely. Peach gold is just as sturdy as your classic yellow or rose gold since it’s made with the same…
Marquise Cut Diamonds: Everything You Need to Know
What is a Marquise diamond? A modified brilliant cut with 56 facets, marquise diamonds are an under-hyped, incredibly aesthetic and unique diamond cut that we love. Marquise diamonds combine the elongated outline of an oval cut diamond…
Andre Michael to unveil crushed gem jewellery range
Hatton Garden-based supplier Andre Michael has announced that it will unveil its “Crushed Collection”, at the Jewellery Show on 31 August and 1 September.
The new collection will comprise rings and pendants…
Diamonds May Soon Help Doctors Detect Cancer More Safely and Accurately
Most people think of diamonds as symbols of beauty and luxury, but researchers at the UK’s University of Warwick are giving these gemstones a remarkable new role: helping doctors track and treat cancer.
A team of physicists…
Rose Cut Diamond Size Chart: Convert Carat to MM
How to get the largest looking rose cut diamond Want a larger diameter? Go for a lower domed rose cut diamond. Prefer height? Choose a higher domed diamond. For the best of both worlds, select a diamond with a balanced dome—a perfect…
Joma Jewellery debuts first lab-grown diamond collection
Joma Jewellery has announced the launch of its first ever laboratory-grown diamond collection, priced at £34.
The collection pairs silver-plated jewellery with a charm set with a laboratory-grown diamond. Each…
A Love Story Realized: Travis Kelce Proposes to Taylor Swift With Vintage Diamond
It’s official: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged — and the superstar’s ring is as dazzling as the love story behind it.
The couple announced their engagement on Instagram yesterday with a romantic photo carousel that…
Trying on three antique tiaras in one day.
If you paid close attention to my NYCJAOS Spring 2025 coverage, you’ll know that I had the great pleasure of seeing THREE real antique tiaras at one show! I’ve given you a peek at these beauties, but I also thought they deserved their…
Ottoman Hands expands to US with three retail partners
British brand Ottoman Hands has announced that it is expanding into the US after striking agreements with Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s and Macy’s.
The brand launched in Nordstrom on Monday 11 August at Nordstrom,…
Summer Fun: Dig for Ancient Amethyst Treasures in Lapland’s Arctic Wilderness
Deep in the heart of Finnish Lapland, on the windswept highlands of Lampivaara in Pyhä-Luosto National Park, lies one of the world’s most unusual gemstone destinations: the Lampivaara Amethyst Mine. Unlike commercial mining…
GIA appoints Ram Natarajan to lead global laboratory operations
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has appointed Sriram Ram Natarajan as senior vice president of laboratory operations.
Natarajan, previously managing director of GIA India Laboratory Private Limited,…
Phoria launches at Selfridges | Jewellery Focus
Phoria, the London-based affordable luxury jewellery brand, has launched its collection at Selfridges, marking its first physical retail partnership.
Now available on the third floor of the Oxford Street flagship…
Meet The Maker: Q & A with Hiba Husayni of Zahn-Z Jewelry
Where do you find inspiration? Most of my designs are inspired by architecture or nature. Sometimes it’s a building, the texture in tree bark, or the shape of a pine nut. One of my designs was inspired by a pineapple – I loved how the…
Meet The Maker: Meg Lizabet
The next Maker in our Meet the Maker series is Meg Lizabet - an incredibly talented and prolific Canadian Jewelry Designer whose rings sell out in record time. You'd know her by her juicy, jewel-toned sapphire stunners, marquise rings…
Music Friday: He Wants Space, She Wants a Diamond Ring in ‘Tell Me I’m a Wreck’
Welcome to Music Friday when we highlight songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, pop-punk band Every Avenue strikes a raw emotional chord with their 2009 single “Tell Me I’m a Wreck,” a…
Lark and Berry launches London Icons jewellery collection
Sustainable fine jewellery brand Lark and Berry has launched its London Icons collection, a new range inspired by some of London’s best-known districts.
The collection features eight lines, each reflecting the…
De Beers delivers $2.9bn economic contribution in 2024
De Beers has contributed $2.9bn (£2.16bn) in 2024 in taxes and economic value across its host countries and reported its best-ever safety record, with a total recordable injury frequency rate of 1.2.
The figures…
Born of the Stars, Recreated on Earth: Lonsdaleite Is the Hardest Diamond Yet
For decades, scientists have been fascinated by lonsdaleite — a mysterious hexagonal variation of diamond that was once believed to exist only in the aftermath of meteorite impacts. First identified in fragments of the Canyon Diablo…
Lucy Quartermaine consolidates two brands into one
British jewellery designer Lucy Quartermaine has announced the merger of her two brands, Lucy Quartermaine and Quartermaine.
The Lucy Quartermaine brand has built a reputation for its contemporary sterling silver…
Power of Social Media Reunites 1954 Cufflinks and Photo With Family in 24 Hours
When Bullhead City officials posted a plea on Facebook to help identify the rightful owner of a jewelry box containing a pair of gold cufflinks and a black-and-white photograph from 1954, they never imagined the mystery would be…
Pandora opens first London airport store at Gatwick
Pandora has announced that it has opened its first store in a London Airport at London Gatwick.
The new store, which opened its doors on 15 August, offers passengers a wide selection of accessible luxury…
Monica Vinader recertified with Positive Luxury sustainability mark
Jewellery brand Monica Vinader has been recertified with the Positive Luxury Butterfly Mark, which recognises companies that meet sustainability standards across environmental, social and governance (ESG)…
Top 20 Custom Engagement Rings of All Time
Custom engagement ring FAq Q: Can I customize one of these 24 rings for myself? Of course! Since all stones are one-of-a-kind, we can never make exactduplicates — but we can take inspiration from any of these designs and reimagine them…