In June of this year, the American Society of Appraisers announced the publication of the 8th edition of Jewelry Appraisal Handbook. The book was originally created by the late Kirk Root, MGA. Considering its source…
Book ReviewAlthough the overall gem prices will not drop dramatically, a satisfactory correction is anticipated. ...featured gem is Tsavorite Garnet Experienced dealers are expecting a price correction in virtually all categories in diamonds and colored stones except the…
*Gem Focus & Market Pulse (Free Subscriber)Markets struggle heading into fourth quarter… There is uncertainty with both diamonds and colored gems heading into the fourth quarter. The year 2015 had started so strong with prices up and strong demand, but then as…
*Gem Focus & Market Pulse (Free Subscriber)It is stated in this colored stone market report that imperial topaz in the best quality is scarce and prices have gone up. What used to be a few hundred dollars per carat is now…
Market TrendsGem Testing Techniques By Alan Hodgkinson Published by Valerie Hodgkinson First printing limited edition 1,000 copies 552 full color pages £128 in the UK, higher elsewhere www.gemtestingtechniques.co.uk On a Friday in early May, Alan Hodgkinson unveiled his much anticipated book Gem…
Book ReviewIn the US market, prices for an increasing number of colored stones have stabilized during the second quarter thus breaking the upward trend observed during much of the past five years. This leveling off was…
Colored Stone MarketThese are strange and difficult times for the diamond industry. Prices are down, rough is too expensive, and sight holders, as never before, can defer parcels. A new mine project in Canada is the largest new mine…
Diamond MarketLaboratory reports have become an integral part of the gemstone trade. While finer gems will not achieve their price potential without a lab report, less valuable stones often have their value enhanced by it. Gem…
Featured ArticlesIn the jewelry industry, a “memo” transaction, also known as consignment, allows a party to hold a suppliers product for a specified period of time while a buyer is sought. (Ref: www.agta.org) …featured gem is Spinel Memo…
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