【Boyacá, Colo】The Dark Side of Gem Stones in Colombia and Beyond

Editor’s NoteThis article examines the global colored gemstone market, focusing on the operations and corporate conduct of a major industry player….

The Growth Processes of HPHT and CVD Diamonds: Manufacturing Lab-Created Diamonds

Editor’s NoteThis article explores the evolution of lab-created diamonds, drawing on decades of GIA research. While chemically similar to natural…

【Geneva, Swit】’Blue Diamond’ Sets Record for Highest-Priced Gem Auction at 60.2 Billion Won

Editor’s NoteThis article reports on the record-breaking auction of the largest ‘Blue Diamond’ ever sold, which fetched over 60 billion won. Details…

【London, UK】Yoox Net-a-Porter Sets Goal to Become Top Online Luxury Market by 2020

Editor’s NoteThis article outlines Yoox Net-a-Porter Group’s strategic five-year plan for the online luxury sector, set for completion by 2020, and…

【Geneva, Swit】Oppenheimer Blue Diamond Shatters All Records in Geneva

Editor’s NoteThis article reports on the historic auction of the Oppenheimer Blue diamond at Christie’s in Geneva, which achieved a record-breaking…

【Geneva, Swit】Geneva Auction: Famous Blue Diamond Heads for Record Sale

Editor’s NoteThe Oppenheimer Blue diamond, a stone of unparalleled clarity and brilliance, goes to auction in Geneva this week. Christie’s…

【Lucerne, Swi】Book Review: The Eduard Josef Gübelin Story: The Art and Science of Gems

Editor’s NoteThis article highlights the groundbreaking work of Dr. Edward J. Gübelin, whose pioneering research into gemstone inclusions…

【Geneva, Swit】Oppenheimer Diamond: The Centerpiece of Christie’s Geneva Auction

Editor’s NoteThis week, all eyes are on Geneva as the record-breaking Oppenheimer Blue diamond goes to auction. Estimated at $38–45 million, this…