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  Tiffany unveiled the first Bird on a Rock collection in 2023   Each Bird on a Rock brooch is created by a team of Tiffany artisans who bring years of experience and the utmost passion to their craft. More than eight artisans work together to bring a single brooch to life over the span of 50 hours, a testament to the spirit of exceptional craftsmanship that has defined Tiffany for nearly two centuries.   “In 2023, we unveiled the first Bird on a Rock collection : a full suite of designs inspired by the iconic brooch. With the new pendants, necklaces, rings, earrings and brooches, the signature bird comes to life, depicted in different stances and in flight, lending a sense of motion and surrealism like only Jean Schlumberger could” Said, Tiffany & Co. Now, again highlighted!  Tiffany unveiled the design at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs’ Jean Schlumberger retrospective in Paris. Its fame grows as it travels the world on exhibition.  Today, over 25 y...

  The Men of Platinum x MS Dhoni Signature Edition   As IPL 2025 electrifies cricket fans across the country, Men of Platinum unveils #HonourThe7, a powerful tribute to MS Dhoni, an icon whose resilience, leadership, and composure have defined an era. This fan-driven initiative transforms admiration into action, inviting Thala fans to express their love for their hero in a unique and meaningful way.     Building on the Men of Platinum x MS Dhoni Signature Edition, the #HonourThe7 initiative invites fans to share a heartfelt 7-word tribute to Dhoni through a dedicated WhatsApp journey. Each entry is transformed into a personalized AI-generated video anthem featuring the fan and their message—a memorable digital keepsake to be shared across social media. Fans are encouraged to tag @MenOfPlatinum and use #HonourThe7 when posting their anthems. The most powerful entries will win match tickets to select CSK games, offering a chance to witness Dhoni’s legacy live.   A...

  Consumers belief in gold is stronger than ever: Sachin Jain    By considering, festivity of Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, Chaitra Navratri and Ramzan Eid; Sachin Jain, Regional CEO, India, World Gold Council suggest, for generations, gold has been much more than an investment in Indian culture – it is a symbol of good luck and a harbinger of good times, and our households have forged a strong cultural bond with it.   This legacy takes on a fresh meaning this year as gold’s momentum has seen prices rise to historic highs , currently at INR 90,000/10grams or US$3,000 per ounce. While these high prices seem to have a temporary impact on the jewellery demand, the gold investment demand on the other hand, continues to drive the market, as record domestic prices and inflows into gold ETFs, digital gold, coins and bars reiterate gold’s appeal.   The shine will get brighter as festivals like Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, Chaitra Navratri, and Ramzan Eid are approaching, and th...

CIBJO, AGTA and ICA issue a joint statement irradiated gems   The World Jewellery Confederation ( CIBJO), the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) and the International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) are once again expressing concern about the presence in the marketplace of irradiated rubies and sapphires, particularly sourced in Sri Lanka.    The materials in question, which have a pleasing but temporary appearance, were earlier reported upon in a 2022 press release entitled, Irradiation of Rubies: A Cautionary Note.    The issue was also addressed in the 2024 pre-CIBJO Congress Special Report produced by the CIBJO Coloured Stone Commission, which drew attention to the colour stability of yellow, orange and padparadscha coloured sapphires. It noted that the issue that has become increasingly important, given that the irradiation of coloured gemstones is now widespread, and for some of these treated stones the resultant colours are not stable....

  Pushing US to exacerbate inflation & stymie economic growth    According to the Augmont Bullion! Gold holds steady ahead of Trump's reciprocal tariff threats! Gold prices remained stable as market investors squared their positions ahead of US President Donald Trump's sweeping reciprocal tariff plans, which they fear will exacerbate inflation and stymie economic growth. The focus is now on potential reciprocal tariffs that the US administration may impose on April 2, prompting some market concern.    In March, U.S. consumer confidence fell to its lowest level in more than four years, with households dreading a potential recession and increased inflation caused by tariffs. On the geopolitical front, the United States on Tuesday negotiated deals with Ukraine and Russia to halt their strikes at sea and against energy targets, with Washington agreeing to attempt to lift certain sanctions against Moscow. Considering the Technical Triggers, Gold has stron...

  A pair of unique earrings that can be worn in three different ways!   Women are taking up multiple tasks effortlessly and as they move fluidly between their professional, social, and personal roles, they need jewellery to keep up with their dynamic lifestyles.    These strong, independent, multi-tasking trailblazers seek variety, adaptability, and elegance in every versatile piece of diamond jewellery they own. Divine Solitaires’ innovative Three-Way Wearing, earnings tick off all these boxes and more, offering modern women the choice of accessorising their outfits with a pair of earrings that can be worn in three different ways.   Each pair offers multiple styling possibilities to match changing moods, outfits, and occasions. The best part? You don’t need to spend on several purchases to achieve your dream look. So, when you can have a pair of classic solitaires, a bold statement piece, and chic dangling earrings all in one, why buy all three sepa...

  IIJS Tritiya 2025 conclude with a silver line for the trade!    Update 2- Moving right with the inaugural: The 3rd edition of IIJS Tritiya 2025, India’s 3rd largest and most comprehensive B2B jewellery show, organized by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) opened at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) from 21st to 24th March 2025.   M.B. Patil, Hon’ble Minister of Large & Medium Industries and Infrastructure Development, Government of Karnataka, inaugurated IIJS Tritiya 2025 along with Dr. Sharavana TA, MLC, Karnataka; BA Ramesh, Joint Managing Director, Thangamayil; A.B.S. Sanjjay, Managing Director, AVR Swarnamahal Jewellery Ltd.; Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC; Nirav Bhansali, Convener, National Exhibitions, GJEPC; Mahendra Kumar Tayal, Regional Chairman (South), GJEPC; Dr. Chetan Kumar Mehta, President- Jewellers’ Association Bengaluru, and Sabyasachi Ray, Executive Director, GJEPC along with others.    ...

  Secured for leadership, innovation, transparency & more…   Augmont Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. and Augmont Goldtech Pvt Ltd. have been recognized for their prominent contributions to the bullion and digital gold industry at the 10th India International Bullion Summit (IIBS), hosted by the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA). The group secured honors across four key categories, reaffirming its leadership and commitment to innovation, transparency, and proficiency in the sector.   Augmont’s Award-Winning Achievements:  1: Best Bullion Dealer - Gold: Augmont Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. received this award for its market leadership, trust, and transparency in the gold bullion trading ecosystem. The company has been providing seamless bullion trading experiences, ensuring reliability and efficiency for traders and investors. 2: Best OTT Platform: Augmont Goldtech Pvt. Ltd. was recognized for its noteworthy digital gold investment platform, which enables investors to ...

  The opened up the Spring season in the GJ Industry & Trade!   Update 1: IIJS Tritiya 2025 & IGJME Tritiya remained graced by Chief Guest M.B. Patil, Minister for Large & Medium Industries and Infrastructure Development, Government of Karnataka, Guests of Honour A.B.S. Sanjjay, Managing Director, AVR Swarnamahal Jewellery Ltd and B A Ramesh, Joint Managing Director, Thangamayil along with Saravana, Member of Legislative Council and Dr. Chetan Kumar Mehta, President, Jewellers Association Bengaluru. India’s third largest and most comprehensive gem and jewellery (GJ) show IIJS Tritiya 2025 & IGJME Tritiya that inaugurated its 3rd Edition and opened up the spring in the gem & jewellery industry & trade! IIJS Tritiya 2025 & IGJME Tritiya, Bengaluru, the ultimate gem and jewellery sourcing destination; from fine craftsmanship to modern innovation find everything under one roof!    A grand opening session that held at BIEC, Bengaluru, unde...

  Ensuring India’s artistic heritage to address a global audience   Rituu B. Jhaveri, founder of Rowa’s Jewels, an esteemed Mumbai-based brand, stands as a modern visionary, blending a rich family legacy in the precious stone trade with her creative and entrepreneurial drive. An accomplished jewelry specialist and distinguished entrepreneur, Rituu is dedicated to carrying forward her family’s legacy in precious stones and diamonds, established over ninety years ago. Rituu’s early foray into fashion exhibitions revealed her flair for design and her unique sense of style. After completing her degree in Commerce from Jai Hind College in Mumbai, she deepened her understanding of jewelry by earning certifications in Jewelry Manufacturing and Designing from the Indian Institute of Jewelry in 2010.    During the Covid-19 pandemic, she expanded her knowledge by enrolling in the Marketing Luxury: Understanding the Complexities of a New World of Business, program from the ...

  Much needed a clearer definition to avoid buyer confusion   The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) is recommending a new definition of recycled gold to be used in the jewellery and watch sectors, so as to provide greater clarity and consistency both within the industry and marketplace. CIBJO will henceforth include the definition in the guidance documents it produces.   The definition, which covers recycled materials recovered during manufacturing and fabrication processes before being sold to consumers, and also gold recovered from materials after they have been sold to consumers, was developed through extensive discussions among industry experts. It is designed to set stricter criteria for secondary and circular gold supplies, and aims to improve the identification of inputs and outputs in the gold refining and fabrication processes, as well promoting transparent and responsible sourcing.   The full text of the new definition follows:    CIBJO acknow...

  Gold crossed in intra-day trading on Friday, 14 March   “Gold crossed US$3,000/oz in intra-day trading during the early hours of Friday 14 March and then again on Monday 17 March. While the LBMA Gold Price PM hasn’t officially crossed the mark, setting at US$2,996.50/oz on Monday, it has nonetheless grabbed the attention of investors and media outlets around the world, triggering a myriad of questions about its significance” Taylor Burnette, Research Lead, Americas-World Gold Council (WGC).   According to Dr. Renisha Chainani, Head - Research at Augmont as said in the Augmont Bullion Daily Report for March 18, “Gold continues its winning streak! Gold maintains its winning streak above $3025 (~Rs 88500) as Trump's tariffs are projected to exacerbate inflation and economic turmoil. Trump said he would hold Iran accountable for any strikes carried out by the Houthi group it supports in Yemen, as his administration escalated the largest US military operation in the Middle ...