Diamond Prices Soar Due to Russia-Ukraine War… Mining Companies’ Stocks ‘Shine’

Editor’s NoteThis article highlights how geopolitical conflict is reshaping global commodity markets, with diamond prices surging to a 10-year high…

【Russia】The ‘Blood’ Diamonds Are Not DiCaprio’s, But Russia’s

Editor’s NoteThis article examines the challenges of enforcing sanctions on Russian diamonds, highlighting how complex supply chains and geopolitical…

【Antwerp, Bel】Russian Diamonds in the Crosshairs: Why Antwerp Fears the Fifth Sanctions Package

Editor’s NoteThis article examines the pivotal role of Antwerp in the global diamond trade and the potential impact of sanctions on Russian…

【San Pablo de】Impressive Emeralds from Colombia’s Coscuez Mine to be Auctioned in the United Arab Emirates

Editor’s NoteFura Gems will hold its second auction of rough Colombian emeralds in the UAE from April 3-10, 2022, following a record-setting…

【Russia, USA】World’s Largest Diamond Producer Sanctioned by US, Industry Insiders: Can’t Stop Russian Diamonds Flowing West

Editor’s NoteThis article reports on the latest U.S. sanctions targeting Russian imports, including diamonds, following the ongoing conflict in…

【European Uni】Luxury Goods at the Heart of the New Sanctions Package

Editor’s NoteThe European Union, in coordination with key G7 partners, has formalized a new round of sanctions against Russia. This latest package…

【USA】Amazing! Company Creates ‘Air-to-Air’ Diamond, Not Mined from a Pit, Made in a Lab

Editor’s NoteThis article discusses a novel process for creating diamonds from atmospheric carbon dioxide, as reported by the Daily Mail. The claims…

【Lausanne, Sw】Sustainable Diamonds: Does Ecology Trump Ethics?

Editor’s NoteThis article explores the paradox of synthetic diamonds, which are gemologically identical to natural stones but face market resistance….