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Colored Diamonds Command Big Price tags at Christie’s Sale

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 […]

Pink Diamonds from Oprah Winfrey’s Collection up for Sale

October 18th, 2013 by Noam Flint

Many fashion-forward individuals like to take their style cues from big names and wear what the stars in the spotlight do. Luckily for these stylish people, several high-class auctions allow them to occasionally purchase gems and accessories that come directly from their favorite celebrities. That’s the case with one upcoming sale conducted by H. Seigel […]

12.47 carat Blue Diamond from Letseng Mine Sold for Record Price

October 15th, 2013 by Noam Flint

Blue diamonds are among the rarest stones in the world, so who wouldn’t want a chance to purchase their own rough stone and provide input on polishing it to perfection? That’s exactly why some of these valuable colored diamonds recently made waves on the open market. A rare rough blue diamond was found in Lesotho […]

Graff Relaunches ‘Hair & Jewel’ Campaign

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 […]

Records set at Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender

October 14th, 2013 by Noam Flint

When colored diamonds go up for sale, people take notice. That is especially true when the items are pink or blue diamonds, which are among the most sought-after stones in the world. Luckily for diamond enthusiasts, one of the largest sales of these colored gems recently took place in Hong Kong. The 2013 Argyle Pink […]

‘The Orange’ – 14 carat, $20 Million – a new bar for Orange Diamonds

October 13th, 2013 by Noam Flint

When jewelry lovers begin paying attention to colored diamonds, they typically are drawn to colors like pink or yellow. These hues have the largest market demand and are among the most common finds when it comes to colored diamonds. Although other shades make a splash when they come on the scene, few have an impact […]

$30.6 Million Dollar record belongs to a Flawless 118 carat oval diamond

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. […]

The World’s Most Expensive Necklace Goes on Sale in Singapore

October 8th, 2013 by Noam Flint

Many of the colored diamonds found around the world are considered to be among the most valuable gems on the market. However, only one is special enough to be given a title of the “Incomparable Diamond.” This stunning piece is expected to bring in a record-breaking price tag when it goes up for sale as […]

Antwerp Prepares for Diamond Trade Fair

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 […]

Rare Blue Diamond found in Lesotho

October 2nd, 2013 by Noam Flint

Natural colored diamonds are incredibly rare, and that means that when a mine stumbles across one of these noteworthy gems, people take notice. That is certainly the case at the Letseng mine in Lesotho, a small African nation found within the country of South Africa. The find at Letseng Lesotho’s Letseng mine has been a […]