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Rubies and emerald prices hold up but man-made rivals dull demand of diamonds
Alrosa’s assets in the bloc will be frozen along with those of its chief, who will also be subject to a travel ban
Mining boss faces battle as lab-grown alternatives proliferate
Precious gems have so far been exempted from western sanctions imposed in response to Ukraine war
Chair of Kimberley Process says African countries view proposal as a penalty that will cause ‘irreparable harm’
Foreign policy chief says agreement at G7 level cleared hurdles set by Belgium and other countries
Several industry names shun sustainability survey despite boards placing higher value on responsible practices
In search of the perfect stone at a rare auction in Antwerp
Sector suffers first big casualty from glut of man-made gemstones
A new arts institution that opened last month in China is part of a growing regional movement to showcase local craftsmanship
Gemology experts praise the Chinese company behind the Yiqisong Nanshan mine for taking a sustainable and integrated approach
Sector sees increased demand and a better-organised supply
Also in this newsletter: the EU’s future climate commissioner gears up for grilling on his fossil fuel past
Proposals would reshape global market for the precious stones, but implementation will divide industry
Man-made competition hurts price of natural stones, though fears of bankruptcy mount among lab-grown producers
Critics warn arrangement following populist campaign will be bad for the industry as well as the company
Brand aims to restore its ‘aesthetic excitement’, signalled by arrival of spectacular yellow rough diamond and emerald
The gem has found new lustre, as edgy pieces attract young men, though environmental concerns are casting a shadow
Twice-yearly auctions are part of the house’s expansion strategy across luxury sectors and aim to attract younger buyers
Negotiations had raised uncertainty over strategic value of miner for owner Anglo American
Our annual look at the glistening world of jewellery includes an interview with Cartier’s creative director Jacqueline Karachi, a personal reflection on why cufflinks are still meaningful and glimpses into the working methods of emerging and established designers
Consumers have cut back on buying the stones in response to the cost of living crisis
Hiroshima summit to be dominated by war in Ukraine and efforts to broaden curbs on Moscow
Discreet showrooms in the affluent area of central London are attracting a values-oriented millennial clientele
G7 nations are working on an inspections regime to target the country’s gemstones, but risk destabilising the global industry
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