【法国】Behind the Trade in Supposedly Healing Crystals, a Very Real Danger for Miners

Editor’s NoteThis article examines the human cost behind the booming wellness industry’s demand for quartz crystals, highlighting the dangerous…

【Zug, Switzer】A Zug Jewelry Atelier Advocates for DNA Marking of Gemstones

Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a Swiss atelier’s push for DNA marking of gemstones, an innovative approach to tackling ethical and authenticity…

【South Africa】De Beers: ‘The End of a Diamond Monopoly Once Believed Eternal’

Editor’s NoteThis article examines the swift decline of De Beers’ once-unassailable monopoly, contrasting the geological eons required to form a…

Michael Schumacher’s Family Organizes Million-Dollar Auction Featuring the Driver’s Luxurious Watches Following Cyberattack

Editor’s NoteThis article reports on the upcoming auction of Michael Schumacher’s personal watch collection, announced by his family following a…

Discovery: This Easy-to-Follow Recipe Allows for Diamond Synthesis in 15 Minutes

Editor’s NoteThis article describes a significant advance in materials science that could democratize diamond production. The reported method…

Science Popularization | Besides Sapphire, What Other Gemstones Can Be Called ‘Classic Blue’?

Editor’s NoteThis article explores the enduring appeal of sapphire, connecting its classic blue hue to themes of calm, confidence, and spiritual…

【Nagaur, Raja】Valuable Chemical-Grade Limestone in Kheenvsar Belt: Small Leases Should Go to Farmers, Not Cement Companies

Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a critical resource allocation issue in India, where a scarce 1% of the nation’s limestone reserves is of high…

【Accra, Ghana】Blaze Metals Granted Three-Year Certification by Jewelry Council

Editor’s NoteBlaze Metals has earned a three-year certification from the Responsible Jewellery Council, underscoring its commitment to ethical…

【USA】5 Essential Steps for KYC/AML Onboarding and Compliance

Editor’s NoteThis article is part of a series explaining the foundational steps of KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering)…

【Nagaur, Raja】Demand for Chemical Grade Limestone Rises, Government’s Mistake Proves Costly

Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a significant policy shift regarding India’s chemical grade limestone, a critical industrial mineral. It…