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De Beers Slashes Number of Sightholders
De Beers Slashes Number of Sightholders

De Beers has reportedly slashed the number of sightholders who can buy their goods by as much[…]

More than two decades ago, DCLA identified that advances in diamond-growing technology
Lab-Grown Diamonds: A Structural Disruption to the Traditional Diamond Industry

The global diamond industry is undergoing one of the most profound transformations in its modern history. The[…]

Star-Orion South project
South Africa’s New Guidelines to Boost Domestic Polishing

South Africa has introduced new guidelines to retain more economic value from its rough diamonds by promoting[…]

LUCARA RECOVERS EXCEPTIONAL 36.92 CARAT BLUE DIAMOND FROM KAROWE
LUCARA RECOVERS EXCEPTIONAL 36.92 CARAT BLUE DIAMOND FROM KAROWE

Lucara Diamond Corp. has announced the recovery of a remarkable 36.92 carat blue diamond from its wholly[…]

26.36 carat round brilliant-cut white diamond
26.36 Carat White Diamond Expected to Exceed $1 Million at London Jewellery Auction

A rare 26.36 carat round brilliant-cut white diamond is set to headline a major jewellery auction in[…]

Exclusive diamonds and record auction prices
For the Market’s Most Exclusive Diamonds, Price Lists No Longer Apply

The Record-Breaking Diamonds report from the Natural Diamond Council (NDC) explores this ultra-high-end world, analysing the largest[…]

“Conflict diamonds,” often referred to as “blood diamonds,” are rough diamonds mined in areas controlled by rebel movements or their allies and sold to finance military activities against legitimate governments.
India Seeks to Strengthen Global Diamond Governance

Competition for scarce natural resources such as oil, gas, uranium, and critical minerals has historically played a[…]

Alrosa Profits up 88% Despite G7 Sanctions
Alrosa Profits up 88% Despite G7 Sanctions

Alrosa reported an 88% jump in its FY2025 profits, as it cut costs, improved efficiency, diversified into[…]

Indian Digger's Diamond
India’s Jewellery Exports and Diamond Imports Disrupted as Middle East Conflict Escalates

India’s gems and jewellery trade is facing significant disruption as the escalating conflict in the Middle East[…]

Sarine reported a $3.9m loss for FY2025
Sarine Could Diversify as Losses Hit $3.9m

Sarine reported a $3.9m loss for FY2025, as lab grown sales soared in the US and weak[…]

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