Natural fancy colored diamonds are setting record prices at auctions but these are the few and unattainable to most of the worldwide consumers. Unscrupulous sellers are taking advantage of the stories of record prices. Colored diamond prices might…
Featured ArticlesIntroduction Andalusite is a mineral species crystallizing in the orthorhombic system with the formula Al2SiO5. Two other gem species, namely kyanite and sillimanite, have the same chemical composition as andalusite but with different physical structures. All three form under different conditions of temperature and…
Gem NotesThe contentious campaign season in the USA is dampening the appetite for spending among retailers. Dealers showcase an array of fine color at JCK but few buyers seize the opportunity. Prices are relatively stable at show with…
Colored Stone MarketThe more we try to predict the future of the diamond market the more it seems to be unpredictable. It is not a brilliant statement (excuse the pun) but one that none the less is very appropriate…
Diamond MarketEmerald is undoubtedly the most popular variety of beryl. Due to its unusual formation, emerald has a tendency to contain fissures and fractures that diminish its transparency. Included stones are expected and high clarity stones are rare. Color of…
Market TrendsAside from the gemstones and the workmanship, why do people buy what they buy? It is an age-old question. Marketing 101 teaches that you need to create a unique approach to positioning a product. What is more…
Featured ArticlesApril 29-May 2, 2016, Peebles, Scotland This annual conference took place at the Peebles Hydro Hotel, a Victorian spa overlooking the beautiful Tweed Valley in the quaint small town of Peebles. The SGA Conference is a popular conference…
ConferencesHow Much Do We Know About Coated Gems? The gemstone business is colorful. Color is the first feature to market along with transparency and luster when selling colored gemstones. Many gem varieties are lustrous and come…
*Gem Focus & Market Pulse (Free Subscriber)Current Conditions in the US Colored Stone Market Consumer spending levels indicate a cautious mood despite moderate growth of the economy and favorable employment numbers in the US. In most cases, such conditions would signal market…
*Gem Focus & Market Pulse (Free Subscriber)In March, approximately 150 members of the international gem and jewelry industry met in support of enhancing transparency of the supply chain. The meeting was held at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York. Participants came…
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