Diamonds Direct to be acquired by retail giant Signet Jewelers for $490M
The world’s largest retailer of diamond jewelry plans to acquire Charlotte-based Diamonds Direct in a $490 million[…]
De Beers Looking at Greenland’s Marine Diamonds
De Beers has begun investigating Greenland’s potential as a source of high-value marine diamonds. The miner commissioned[…]
Crater of Diamonds visitor finds 4.38 carat yellow diamond
A California woman visiting the Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas found a 4.38 carat yellow[…]
Officials Face Fraud Charges over Missing Diamonds
Four government officials have been arrested in South Africa, following the disappearance of rough gems bought for[…]
Belgian Lab Detects Diamond with Fake Inscription
HRD Antwerp recently discovered a fake inscription on a polished diamond the lab had received for grading.[…]
Kimberley Process to Hold Hybrid Plenary Meeting
The annual Kimberley Process (KP) plenary will take place online and in person from November 8 to[…]
Petra Diamonds mulls selling Williamson mine
South Africa’s Petra Diamonds is considering selling its Williamson mine in Tanzania, even as it continues to[…]
Marie-Antoinette diamonds up for auction for first time in Geneva
wo splendid diamond bracelets that belonged to French queen Marie-Antoinette will go under the hammer in Geneva[…]
Hong Kong Retail Sales Still Struggling to Recover
Hong Kong’s hard-luxury market saw its weakest growth figure for six months as the retail sector’s rebound[…]
Lucky Farmer Digs up his Sixth Diamond in Panna, India
An Indian farmer has recovered his sixth diamond in two years – a 6.47-ct gem valued at[…]