The Natural Diamond Council (NDC) recently hosted an event at Canada House in Trafalgar Square, London, U.K., to celebrate the legacy and significance of Canadian diamonds. The event, titled Diamonds, A Canadian Love Story, was organized in partnership with the High Commission of Canada in the UK and the Government of the Northwest Territories.
The evening focused on the ethical sourcing and cultural heritage of Canada’s natural diamonds.
A key part of the event was … Continue reading Lily James helps celebrate Canadian diamonds in London, U.K.
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From Afghanistan to England’s Tower of London, the Black Prince’s Ruby has traversed time and lore. Yet, despite the popular name marking it as a ruby, the gemstone has been identified as a red spinel weighing approximately 170 carats. The spinel is uncut, set in its rough form as a 5 cm irregular octahedron with rounded edges and a beautiful bright pigeon-blood red colour. The stone has a marked imperfection: A drill hole in one corner which reveals that it had, at some point in its lifetime, been used as a pendant. As it currently stands, the drill hole has been plugged with a small cabochon ruby in a gold slip mount.
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In 2022, archaeologists at a housing development discovered a 1,300-year-old burial near Harpole, a village on the edge of Northampton, U.K. Alongside the presumed remains of a young, high-status woman, the dig has since unveiled a treasure trove of historical jewellery and gems.
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Gold jewellery and semi-precious gems, dating from 15th century BC to 19th century AD, are among the pieces now missing from The British Museum in London.
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Thousands of jewellery professionals are set to gather in the United Kingdom this fall for the Jewellery Show 2023 at ExCel London.
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A pearl and diamond bracelet once owned by Princess Margaret is expected to fetch as much as $69,000 when it goes under the hammer in London next month.
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A selection of art deco pieces are expected to attract international attention at Bonhams London Jewels sale next month.
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Forty years after becoming the United Kingdom’s first female prime minister, Margaret Thatcher continues to attract worldwide attention.
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The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) will be hosting its second annual London Jewellery Career Fair at the city’s Goldsmiths’ Hall on April 5.
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