Colored Diamonds
November 26th, 2013 by Noam Flint
THE ORANGEPhoto by Christie’s Over the past few months, there have been a number of exciting auctions involving colored diamonds. From the “Pink Star,” which sold for a record-breaking $83 million, to “The Orange,” which raked in an impressive $35.5 million, it’s clear that jewelry enthusiasts around the world are becoming more focused on acquiring […]
November 12th, 2013 by Noam Flint
While an 83-year-old woman might not be your first suspect in a major jewelry heist, that’s the case with a recent arrest. Doris Marie Payne, an unlikely octogenarian, was recently arrested after investigators accused her of stealing a $22,000 diamond ring from a Palm Desert jewelry store. A crooked past Though this is no doubt […]
November 7th, 2013 by Noam Flint
There’s no doubt that the popularity of color diamonds is surging. In fact, a Bizmology report from earlier this year noted that the colored gemstone market is currently worth nearly $2 billion, and Mark MacDonald of Dow Jones believe that it could exceed $10 billion in the next decade. This trend is becoming especially clear […]
October 24th, 2013 by Noam Flint
Kanye West and Kim Kardashian have been dominating the headlines thanks to news of his exuberant marriage proposal, but now the bride-to-be’s engagement ring is stealing the spotlight. The new ring Only a few images of the stunning gem have been released, but the select details that have come out about the ring have jewelry […]
October 18th, 2013 by Noam Flint
A number of natural colored diamonds have been stealing the spotlight in recent weeks. With a multitude of high-profile sales and auctions going on throughout the world, many jewelers and fans of precious stones have been able to gaze upon some truly dazzling gems. We anxiously waited for it and even wrote about it and […]
October 15th, 2013 by Noam Flint
Those who pay attention to the happenings in the world of gems have undoubtedly heard of Graff Diamonds. As one of the best-known luxury brands across the globe, the company has been a staple of the jewelry industry for six decades. Now, to celebrate Graff’s 60th anniversary, the brand is harkening back to its roots […]
October 12th, 2013 by Noam Flint
Hong Kong is quickly becoming an epicenter of diamond sales, and that was punctuated by the most recent headline-making auction held there. During a Sotheby’s sale in Hong Kong, occurring Oct. 7, the auction house moved a one-of-a-kind white diamond that attracted an astonishing amount of attention, as well as an impressive final asking price. […]
October 3rd, 2013 by Noam Flint
Some of the most valuable and beautiful white and color diamonds go on display at trade fairs so industry experts can get a good look at them. These gatherings take place all over the world, but one of the most impressive takes place in Antwerp, Belgium. The city, which is the home of the largest […]
September 18th, 2013 by Noam Flint
A recent break-in at London’s Buckingham Palace threatened the security of the British royal family – and their extensive jewel collection. Following a string of massive jewelry heists around the world, a duo attempted to get away with some of the royal family’s most prized possessions, potentially including some of their priceless gems. Police believe […]
September 10th, 2013 by Noam Flint
Fans of colored diamonds will likely be paying close attention to an upcoming sale at Christie’s New York. The auction house is preparing a magnificent sale featuring a wide array of spectacular gems, with options like colored diamond rings, flawless white diamonds and more going up for auction. Colored diamonds on display There are three […]
