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

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

【Jaipur, Indi】Budget Delivers a Major Blow to Jaipur’s Jewellery Industry

Editor’s NoteThis article highlights the concerns of Jaipur’s gem and jewellery industry following the 2020 Union Budget, which introduced a new…

【Tokyo, Japan】Jewelry Industry Innovator Marie-Helene de Taillac Discusses Her ‘Theory of Creation’ (Part 1)

Editor’s NoteIn this interview, acclaimed jewelry designer Marie-Helene de Taillac discusses her creative process and the enduring appeal of her…

【Tokyo, Japan】Jewelry Industry Innovator Marie-Hélène de Taillac Discusses Her ‘Theory of Creation’ (Part 1)

Editor’s NoteIn this interview, jewelry designer Marie-Hélène de Taillac reflects on the creative journey behind her acclaimed brand, renowned for…

【Jaipur, Indi】Jaipur’s Bazaars and Artisan Jewelers: A New UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2019

Editor’s NoteThis excerpt from a travel narrative captures the sensory immediacy of Jaipur’s famed Johari Bazaar, where the promise of hidden gems is…

【Jaipur, Indi】Glass-Filled Polki-Cut CVD Synthetic Diamonds

Editor’s NoteThis article examines the delicate nature of polki diamonds and the growing market trend of filling them with high-refractive-index…

【Bihar, India】Superstition Creates a Huge Market, Most Gemstones in Bihar Come from Jaipur

Editor’s NoteThis article examines the commercial scale of modern superstition, from fortune-telling to astrological remedies, highlighting how…