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Alrosa Dubai auction sole 138 rough diamonds! In December 2020, Alrosa held an auction for special size rough diamonds (weighing over 10.8 carats). The overall revenue amounted to $7.4 million. The company sold 138 rough diamonds with the total weight of 2,100 carats. Clients from Belgium, Israel, India and UAE (35 companies in total) purchased the goods.   “Alrosa held its last 2020 auction in Dubai and achieved good results. We have sold over 90% of auctioned diamonds that indicated a stable demand for our rough during the holiday season,” commented Evgeny Agureev, Deputy CEO of Alrosa.   Under the current legislation, Alrosa sells special-size (over 10.8 carats) rough diamonds at auctions only.  In March 2020, Alrosa suspended auctions due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Customers participated in online auctions with detailed digital copies of each rough diamond provided for review and detailed analysis. The company started returning to the usual format in May.  

18th +100 carat diamond recovered on the Lulo concession to date Lucapa Diamond Company announced the recovery of the 18th +100 carat white diamond by Sociedade Mineria Do Lulo from its Lulo alluvial mine in Angola.   The recovery of this second +100 carat diamond from Mining Block 46 (MB46), a 104 carat D-colour white stone, so soon after the 113 carat D-colour white stone, indicates the potential for these blocks as we move deeper into the southern terraces. In addition, the proximity of MB46 to the high priority kimberlites in the Canguige catchment further reinforces their prospectivity. Lucapa is a niche diamond producer with high-value mines in Angola (Lulo) and Lesotho (Mothae). The Lulo alluvial mine and Mothae kimberlite mine both produce large and high-value diamonds, with >75% of revenues generated from the recovery of +4.8 carat stones. Lulo has produced 18 +100 carat diamonds to date and is one of the highest average US$ per carat alluvial diamond producers in the world

Opens an exclusive D’signia showroom Senco Gold & Diamonds, one of the largest jewellery retail chains of India launched its 111th store in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.  This is 3rd D’signia showroom from the brand in the country after Kolkata and New Delhi, and was inaugurated by the Hon’ble Mayor of Allahabad Municipal Corporation Smt Abhilasha Gupta and Mr Suvankar Sen, CEO – Senco Gold & Diamonds.    D’signia is a dazzling destination for handcrafted and exquisite premium jewellery by the best karigars (Artisans) of India from Senco Gold and Diamonds.  Speaking on the occasion, Smt Abhilasha Gupta said, ‘Senco Gold and Diamonds is best known for its renowned craftsmanship and exclusive designs. We welcome the brand in our city.’   Commenting on the launch of this one stop destination for exclusive premium jewellery, Mr Suvankar Sen said, ‘We are delighted to expand our retail footprint in Prayagraj.  The new D’signia showroom in Prayagraj is our 10th store in Uttar Pradesh

Exclusively for International Buyers!   +500 International buyers from 56 countries participate 100 handpicked Gem & Jewellery exhibitors from India Update 3: The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), in its endeavour to boost export business and to revive the market sentiments post Covid , inaugurated the first ever International Gem & Jewellery Show (e-IGJS) in the presence of Chief Guest Mr. Hardeep Singh Puri, Hon’ble Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, and Guest of Honour Mr. Suresh Kumar, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, along with Mr. Colin Shah, Chairman, GJEPC; Mr. Vipul Shah, Vice Chairman, GJEPC; Mr. Dilip Shah, Convener, International Exhibitions, GJEPC; Mr. Sabyasachi Ray, ED, GJEPC amongst others. The show will be held from 18th to 22nd January, 2021 virtually.   The e-IGJS is an exclusive export-oriented show, curated to meet the needs of International Buyers. 100 handpicked  Gem & Jewellery manufacturers fro

Reliance Jewels to make 2021 extra special   The New Year kicking in full-swing  with Reliance Jewels’ latest edition! Reliance Jewels, India's leading and trusted brand of jewellery takes pride in its legacy & has been a forerunner in retail leadership and product innovation.  With the New Year kicking in full-swing, Reliance Jewels is back with yet another fresh and trendy range of diamond jewellery for party & cocktail wear. Diamonds are a girl's best friend and every woman desires a diamond piece in her trousseau.    Reliance Jewels has just the kind of remarkable diamond jewellery that can make you look elegant and stylish. Reliance Jewels fulfils the distinct needs of every woman by offering an enthralling collection with intricately crafted which are trendy and will glam up your outfit in no time. Swap your traditional jewellery with these elegant suave jewels set in contemporary styles across earrings, rings, bracelets, pendants and necklaces. The collecti

Shobha Shringar Jewellers to adorn beauty queens Iconic brand Shobha Shringar Jewellers embarks the New Year by becoming the Official Jewellery Partner for Iconic Beauty Pageant VLCC Femina Miss India 2020 this year. Almost 40-year-old landmark jewellery house that has been known for crafting exclusive jewels will be styling the pageant contestants with their statement creations.     This is not the first time the brand is associated with Miss India pageant. In 2017, besides being the jewellery partner, the brand also designed the crown for Miss India 2017 where Former Miss India Manushi Chillar became the first winner to be ordained the same. It has been passed on to every Miss India since then including the winner of the 2020 contest. With a legacy of three decades brand has created some classic Jewels and has been adorned by celebrities and influencers. The regal creations of the brand will soon be seen on contestants during various pageant rounds and of course the finalists.  The

A Three Stone Cubism Ring! Lightbox said, ‘Seen something you like? Let us help you make up your mind. We’ve been looking after the pieces you left for later, so why not add them to your wish list?’ at the canvas of New arrival in 2021.  At the offer they showcased 1carat ring with three Stone. It’s a Three Stone Cubism Ring! 1 carat total weight in a 10k yellow gold setting are offering at their regular price $715.   According to Lightbox their stones are of, 1: Clarity: VS or better, 2: Color: Near Colorless & 3: Cut: Very Good. Their regular price policy says, $800 for 1 carat + $400 10k yellow gold setting = $1200.    Showcassed ring here is of 1 carat total weight where, a 1/4 carat of pink stone, 1/4 blue stone, 1/4 white stone & pavé, Rectangle, Square & Round stones are being set of a color, Pink, Blue & White.  The LGDs are grown in Ascot, England.   Among the finest laboratory-grown diamonds, in a modern multi stone layered ring setting. Lightbox say, ‘Our