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“The Spirit of the Rose” Vivid Purple-Pink Diamond Could Fetch 60 Million Dollars
Diamond Could Fetch $60 Million August 19, 2019 by ROB BATES The Spirit of the Rose (pictured), a 14.83 ct. diamond boasting the rare shade of purple-pink, could fetch as much as $60 million when Alrosa sells it later this year. The Gemological Institute of America...
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Extremely Rare Natural Emeralds
Extremely Rare Natural Emeralds on Display at Wilensky Gallery August 12, 2019 by KRISTIN YOUNG Anyone interested in geeking out on rare, natural minerals and stones will want to head directly to the Wilensky gallery, located in New York City’s Chelsea arts district....
read more1,758-Carat Diamond Just Got a Name
This 1,758-Carat Diamond Just Got a Name By Ashley Davis This 1,758-carat diamond is one of the largest rough diamonds recovered in recent history. It’s from the same mine—Karowe in Botswana—that produced the 1,109-carat rough diamond dubbed Lesedi La Rona. 9...
read moreWhy Opals are Bad Luck & other Gemstone Legends
Why Opals Are ‘Bad Luck’ and Other Gemstone Legends By Lenore Fedow This one-of-a-kind “Ellie” ring by Pamela Froman features a blue-green Lightning Ridge black opal set in 18-karat white gold and framed by a double halo of diamond pavé ($15,400). A series of...
read moreMaghal Magnificence Auction
Mughal Magnificence: Christie’s Auction Nets $109M By Brecken Branstrator The D color, internally flawless 17.21-carat “Arcot II” diamond was one of two stones presented to Queen Charlotte, wife of King George III, by Muhammad Ali Wallajah, Nawab of Arcot. It sold for...
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Ring by Jade Trau won first place in the Bridal category of the 2019 Couture Design Awards.
Ring by Jade Trau won first place in the Bridal category of the 2019 Couture Design Awards.
read more2019 Winners of the JCK Las Vegas and Luxury Design Awards
Check Out the 2019 Winners of the JCK Las Vegas and Luxury Design Awards June 4, 2019 by EMILI VESILIND Vegas had some very big winners this year! And no, we’re not referring to high-stakes poker champs. We’re talking spectacular jewelry, of course. And yesterday, JCK...
read moreLas Vegas—The Annual Couture Design Awards
Couture Names 15 Brands Winners at Design Awards By Ashley Davis Japanese brand Kataoka won the Best in Diamonds Above $20,000 category with this ring at the 2019 Couture Design Awards. JUNE 3, 2019 Las Vegas—The annual Couture Design Awards are known for motivating...
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STEVEN ZALE OFFERS 28 MILLION DOLLAR RARE PINK DIAMOND
STEVEN ZALE OFFERS 28 MILLION DOLLAR RARE PINK DIAMOND Los Angeles, CA- Steven Zale the legendary diamond jewelry designer has been appointed exclusive agent for an extraordinary rare diamond collection. Steven’s first masterpiece offering is the 29+ carats Investment...
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Steven Zale Appointed Rare Diamond Agent
Steven Zale Appointed Exclusive Agent For Rare Diamond Offerings Heart Shape Diamond Los Angeles, CA - May 10, 2019 - PRLog -- Los Angeles, CA- Steven Zale the legendary diamond jewelry designer has been appointed exclusive agent for rare diamond offerings. The...
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