Canadian diamond mining company Mountain Province Diamonds reported a decline in sales during its second quarter as prices for its rough diamonds fell, a challenge driven by weak demand and an extended slowdown in the market.
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Police are actively seeking two male suspects following an incident of armed robbery at a Pickering, Ont., jewellery store. Allegedly, the men entered Garo Jewellers on Liverpool Road in the evening and threatened the owner while brandishing a knife.
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In response to the 2023 downturn, the Indian trade organization Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) and four other Indian industry bodies had recommended a voluntary two-month moratorium on rough diamond imports from Oct. 15 to Dec. 15, 2023. This year, despite the current market slump, GJEPC have...
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David Yurman has announced a new partnership with seven NBA players who will serve as brand ambassadors, marking the jewelry brand's first collaboration with professional basketball athletes. The selected players include Kyle Kuzma from the Washington Wizards, D’Angelo Russell representing the Los Angeles Lakers, Jalen Green of the Houston...
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The Jewelry Symposium (TJS), a premier international event dedicated to advancing jewellery manufacturing technology, seeks proposals for original presentations by subject matter experts in the field of jewellery manufacturing and/or technology for its May 2025 edition. The abstract deadline has been extended, with all proposals and abstract form completion...
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The Canadian Jewellers Association (CJA) has commenced the nomination process for the 2024 CJA Awards, accepting submissions until Friday, Aug. 2. The CJA Awards, celebrating the achievements of individuals and companies across all sectors of the Canadian jewellery industry, will be announced at the CJA Industry Summit at the...
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A pink diamond ring stole the show at Christie’s New York’s Magnificent Jewels auction—surpassing its estimated value to bring in US$13.3 million (C$18.2 million). The ring, called the Eden Rose, features a 10.20-carat round brilliant, fancy-intense pink, internally flawless type IIa diamond as its centerpiece, complemented by a surrounding...
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Global luxury conglomerate LVMH recently expanded its watch selection by acquiring Swiss watchmaker Swiza, known for its ownership of high-end clock and objets d’art manufacturer L’Epée 1839. While specific terms remain undisclosed, it has been confirmed that L’Epée will integrate into LVMH’s watchmaking division, run by Frédéric Arnault. Arnaud...
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The Jewelry Symposium (TJS), formerly the Santa Fe Symposium, recently concluded its second jewellery tech gathering. The international event dedicated to advancing jewelry manufacturing technology hosted over 100 attendees—including jewellery makers, students, and specialists—gathered to discuss critical topics and challenges related to jewellery making in the 21st century.
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Don’t miss your chance to shine! The Canadian Gemmological Association (CGA) calls on all Canadian jewellery design students to participate in the 2024 CGA Emerging Artist Design Competition. Send in your design by the July 15, 2024, deadline for an opportunity to receive recognition and cash prizes.
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