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…
Supply Chain & Mining
【韩国】World’s Largest Diamond Rough Fails to Find a Buyer at Auction
Editor’s NoteThis article reports on the recent auction of the world’s largest diamond rough, which was withdrawn after failing to meet its $70…
【Latin Americ】Why Latin America Has Failed to Halt the Advance of Illegal Gold Mining
Editor’s NoteThis report examines the systemic failures enabling organized crime’s grip on Latin America’s illicit gold mining trade, highlighting a…
【Brussels, Be】European Union Reaches Agreement to Regulate ‘Conflict Minerals’ Trade
Editor’s NoteThis article reports on a new EU agreement to regulate the import of conflict minerals, a significant step toward curbing the financing…
【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…
【Jharkhand, I】Emerald Worth Crores Reaches Jaipur Gems Market Illegally from Jharkhand Mines, Here’s How the Business Works
Editor’s NoteThis report details the illicit emerald trade operating between Jharkhand and Jaipur, alleging a lack of oversight and the involvement…
【Hong Kong】Carima Targets Hong Kong Market with Jewelry 3D Printer
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights Carima’s strategic expansion into the Asian jewelry market with its specialized 3D printer, leveraging its…
【Hong Kong】Carima Announces Jewelry-Specific 3D Printer, Exhibits at Hong Kong International Jewellery Show
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a significant step for domestic 3D printing firm Carima as it expands into the Asian market by launching a…