Diamonds are the forever gemstone, the eternal love symbol in marriage and the hardest gem there is. There is no doubt that diamonds play a large role in our business, but the facts are: Prices are dropping, people are hesitating, and synthetic diamonds are losing resell value. The current hesitancy to spend on diamonds, coupled with clients’ continued desire for a colourless diamond-like natural gem, point to one potential alternative: diamond replacements. While few gemstones can take the diamond’s place, natural gemstone substitutes remain within the realm of possibility for you and your customers.
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The 45.14-carat pear-shaped sapphire atop this year’s Miss Universe crown represents goodness and hope for a brighter future, says its designer, luxury jeweller Mouawad.
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Sapphires are considered precious gemstones, along with rubies, emeralds, and diamonds. This is not surprising, considering the amazing range of colours these gems can show, as well as being the third hardest mineral on the Mohs scale.
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Greenland Ruby has become the first coloured gemstone miner to join the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC).
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A 17.43-carat Kashmir sapphire ring attracted the attention of multiple bidders at Bonhams London Jewels sale earlier this week.
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Sotheby’s is kicking off the summer months with a trio of fine jewellery auctions.
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