Fine Jewelry Auctions Hold Strong in H1 2023
Auction houses reported robust results for jewelry sales, with colored gemstones and signed jewels bolstering the category, but there is still some caution from buyers.
Featured ArticlesVictor Tuzlukov Celebrates ‘World Heritage’ with New Collection
Featuring 12 gems faceted to illustrate various countries’ cultural heritage, the first set in the series is now a part of the Somewhere in the Rainbow collection.
Featured ArticlesTaking Stock During the Summer Quiet
Diamond prices continue their slide, market share of memo goods grows, luxury brands continue their positive gains, and De Beers has a few big announcements.
Diamond MarketA Softer Market
The colored stone market remains relatively stable, though demand for certain qualities has softened and prices for some goods are also on the decline.
Colored Stone MarketCassiterite
It’s a common mineral, found on every continent, but faceting rough is rare—unfortunate, since its lighter versions can display dispersion almost twice that of diamond.
Gem NotesValuation Time Capsules
How long should a gemologist-appraiser’s notes be kept? GemGuide dives into legal examples of preservation length as well as ownership and storage guidelines.
The Appraiser's NotebookBlue Zircon
The most popular hue of zircon has increased in demand, and though price has gone up slightly in fine goods, its affordable price point still offers a lot of look for less.
Market TrendsGem Focus – August 2023 – Featuring Lab-Grown Diamonds: The topic that consumes us
Prices continue to slide, market share has skyrocketed, and the trade can’t stop talking about lab-grown diamonds.
*Gem Focus & Market Pulse (Free Subscriber)U.S. Extends Sanctions to 3 Russian Metals Companies
They are now listed on the Specially Designated Nationals list.
The Trade in FocusJune Hong Kong Gem & Jewelry Show Returns After 3 Years
Here’s what buyers and exhibitors had to say about the event.
The Trade in Focus