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  Featuring 52 lots of extraordinarily rare masterpieces of nature   Rio Tinto has launched its final Beyond Rare Tender, the third in its annual Art Series, featuring 52 lots of extraordinarily rare masterpieces of nature, from its Canadian and Australian diamond mines.    Titled Into the Light, this unique event marks a special chapter in world diamond history. With Rio Tinto’s Australian Argyle Diamond Mine ceasing operations in November 2020, and the Diavik Diamond Mine in Canada ceasing production in 2026, the final collection of the Art Series pays homage to the life of these iconic mines.    The collection, weighing 45.44 carats, is headlined by six Masterpiece - diamond sets carefully selected to showcase the pinnacle of production from these two famed mines - together with 39 single diamonds and an additional seven curated sets of diamonds. Rio Tinto Diamonds General Manager Sales and Marketing Patrick Coppens said: “It is hard to overs...

  Nomenclature for gem colour stability, tanzanite, cobalt spinel & jade   The Laboratory Manual Harmonisation Committee (LMHC) has reported significant progress towards its goal of achieving the harmonisation of language used on gemmological reports, following its latest meeting, which was hosted by the Swiss Gemmological Institute – SSEF, in Basel, Switzerland, in May.   Following the meeting, LMHC members unanimously approved three new information sheets that standardise terminology and testing procedures, and they also updated the information sheet covering Fei Cui and jade terminology. All the new and updated information sheets can now be accessed on the LMHC website.   The LMHC is currently comprised of representatives from the Central Gem Laboratory (CGL), CISGEM Laboratory, DSEF German Gem Lab, GIA Gem Laboratory, The Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (GIT), Gübelin Gem Lab Ltd., and the Swiss Gemmological Institute – SSEF. The committee plays a centr...

  When Band Music Forged a Diplomatic Bridge   At its core, the spirit of Navratri-the Zeist of Navratri, is a profound allegory for cosmic order and inner strength. This ancient philosophy finds a powerful, modern parallel in the core principles of security and fire safety. Each of the nine goddesses embodies a principle crucial to these vital functions; 1: Shailaputri represents the unshakeable foundation of a robust security protocol. 2: Brahmacharini signifies the discipline and rigorous training of safety personnel.    3: Chandraghanta symbolizes the peace and bravery required to face any crisis. 4: Siddhidatri culminates as the perfection of a successfully executed safety plan. Ultimately, Navratri's, Way of Life; is one of proactive vigilance and the creation of a protected, sacred space—a Dharma Kshetra. This is the identical mission of security and fire safety: to forge a safe environment where life and celebration can flourish without fear.    A C...

  A gap increased by an average of 63% in Q2’25    Recently published Platinum Quarterly Q2 2025 by World Platinum Investment Council [WPIC] reviewed 2025 second quarter Platinum market review-Jewellery demand. According to the review, global platinum jewellery demand increased by 32% year-on-year [YoY] in Q2’25 to 668 koz, the highest since Q4’17.    This in turn contributed to the highest first half total since 2015. Jewellery fabrication in Europe is estimated to have risen by 7% in Q2’25. The widening price differential between platinum and gold , which increased by an average of 63% in Q2’25 versus Q2’24, has helped platinum outperform the broader weakness in the jewellery sector.  In certain markets, we have seen platinum gain market share against the yellow metal. Meanwhile, a higher share of platinum in the bridal market, combined with relative price insensitivity for high-end branded jewellery, provided a degree of price inelasticity, limi...

  A festive collection inspired by the graceful Sacred Leaf    CaratLane - A Tata Product, India’s leading omnichannel jewellery retailer, has just unveiled its latest collection – Peepal. Arriving just ahead of Dhanteras, the collection’s inspiration is rooted in the calm and grace of the sacred leaf, crafted to shine bright this festive season.    The inspiration is brought to life through a range of diamonds and green alpanites, carefully cut and set in 14KT and 18KT yellow gold, with hints of green rhodium to evoke the natural elegance of the Peepal leaf. The brand has launched a film, beautifully showcasing the inspiration of the jewellery through the serene diya-lit visuals of a Peepal (also known as sacred fig) tree.  The brand film depicts how culturally significant and rooted peepal has been in Indian heritage. The jewellery reimagines tradition in a luminous, contemporary form that can be worn on a daily basis or for special occasions....

  Advancement in marine diamond recovery technology   Debmarine Namibia is proud to announce a landmark advancement in marine diamond recovery technology with the unveiling of the Next Generation Crawlers, a transformative leap forward in offshore recovery innovation. This milestone marks the successful delivery of two 800NB (NB refers to Nominal Bore, indicating the internal diameter of the crawler’s pipeline system) crawlers and an upgraded recovery system engineered for seamless integration with the MV Benguela Gem.   This milestone marks the successful delivery of two 800NB crawlers and an upgraded recovery system engineered for seamless integration with the MV Benguela Gem.   These state-of-the-art crawlers represent the pinnacle of marine engineering. Purpose-built to operate in coarser gravels and higher-density panels, they deliver a 20% increase in mining rate and a 30% improvement in pump life. Weighing 370 tonnes these machines redefine operational capabil...

  Silver jewellery exports up over 12%, Coloured gemstone & LGDs export falls   According to the India’s provisional gross export data of Gold Medallions & Coins for the period April 2025 - August 2025 at US$ 1.77 million (Rs. 15.27 crores) shown a decline of (-) 98.440% (-98.38% RS. term) over the comparative figure of US$ 113.31 million (Rs. 944.54 crores) for previous year-[ Year over Year-YoY].   While, provisional gross export of India suggests, silver Jewellery for the period of April 2025 - August 2025 at US$ 419.09 million (Rs. 3613.06 crores) shows growth of (+) 12.48% (16.06% Rs. term) over the comparative figure of US$ 372.6 million (Rs. 3113.05 crores) for previous year. India’s provisional gross export of Platinum Jewellery for the period April 2025 - August 2025 at US$ 83.15 million (Rs. 715.91 crores) shown growth of (+)13.52% (16.97% Rs. term) over the comparative figure of US$ 73.25 million (Rs. 612.06 crores) for previous year.  ...