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US Polished Diamond Imports Jump 22 percent in July
American polished diamond imports show significant rise so far this year, too.
Namibia Sees Diamond Production Declining in 2013
In addition to diamonds, Namibia, the fifth-biggest diamond producer in the world, is also likely to see a slowdown in its mining industry overall which is vital to its economy, the central bank said.
CIBJO and RJC Sign Deal on Business Practices
The agreement brings together the two leading global bodies in the jewelry business.
IDE Awards Honorary Membership to Rabbi Lau
Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau: "The blessing for diamantaires is for all the Jewish people. You are the display window for Israel all over the world."
DTC Cut Rough Prices But Indian Dealers Say Won't Help
Indian diamond industry caught between a rock and a hard place by falling rupee and rising rough diamond prices.
Summary of 3rd Day of the US & International Diamond Week
The plaza under the Diamond Tower was fitted out in festive attire and welcomed all the guests with a large buffet and bars providing beer of many different types.
Songs, Beer and Dance at Buyers Week
The plaza under the Diamond Tower was fitted out in festive attire and welcomed all the guests with a large buffet and bars providing beer of many different types.
Israel-Africa Chamber of Commerce Presents Award to Israeli Members
The prize was awarded to Israeli companies operating in Africa, including Leo Schachter Diamonds which manufactures in Botswana and carries out many social action programs for local residents.
Tzoffey’s Auction Wraps up Third Day of Buyers Week
The sale included unique and rare colored diamonds, sapphires, rubies and emeralds. And as with the previous auction in March, 1% of the money generated will be donated to a fund to help diamond exchange members.
Summary of Second Day of US and International Diamond Week
Positive atmosphere among exhibitors who said that already on Monday they had closed a number of deals; the presence of almost 600 buyers from 22 countries was felt in the trading hall.
GIA's Head of Quality Assurance Gives Speech on Colored Stones
His lecture came at the end of the second day of the Buyers Week, and dealt with one of the hottest topics in the industry: fancy shape colored diamonds and their prices which have continuously risen in recent years.
Auction of Diamonds and Gemstones to be Highlight of Third Day
Auction will include significantly more stones than were sold at first US & International Diamond Week in March.