Gemstone Industry

【Panna, Madhy】MP: Impact of Russia-Ukraine War on Diamond Auction, Diamonds Worth Only Lakhs Sold During Diwali

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Editor’s NoteA recent diamond auction in India’s Panna district sold only ₹94 lakh worth of diamonds, far below the expected ₹4 crore. Traders cite…

【Ramat Gan, I】Diamonds, the Cornerstone of Relations Between India and Israel

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Editor’s NoteThis article explores the unique role of the diamond trade in fostering deep economic and diplomatic ties between India and Israel, as…

【Ramat Gan, I】Diamonds Forge Cornerstone of Israel-India Ties

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Editor’s NoteThis article explores the often-overlooked diamond trade between India and Israel, a multi-billion dollar exchange that forms a…

【Colombia】Emerald Exports Tripled in the Last Year

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Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a remarkable rebound in Colombia’s emerald exports, which tripled in 2021 following a pandemic slump. The surge…

【Jaipur, Indi】Astrology, Fortune, and Gemstones: Zodiac Gems Act Like an Umbrella in the Rain… Worn on Astrologer’s Advice

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Editor’s NoteThis article explores the cultural and commercial significance of zodiac gemstones in India, where astrological beliefs deeply influence…

【Miryang, Sou】Chairman Park Ji-gon of BAIJI Co., Ltd., Pioneering the World’s Non-Heated Natural Gemstone Market

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Editor’s NoteThis profile highlights a master artisan whose career mirrors the evolution of Korea’s gemstone industry, focusing on the technical…

【Vancouver, W】Sourcing Stones with Columbia Gem House

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Editor’s NoteThis article highlights the pioneering work of Eric Braunwart and Columbia Gem House in establishing ethical and traceable sourcing…

Synthetic Diamonds vs. Natural: Who Will Win?

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Editor’s NoteThis article examines the growing market for synthetic diamonds and its potential impact on the value of natural stones. As lab-grown…