The 2011 Presidents’ Meeting of the World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) concluded yesterday with the WFDB Africa Summit where ministers of mining from diamond producing countries in Africa discussed the current state of diamond mining and production in their countries, and specifically the rough diamond market. The WFDB Africa Summit was attended by leading [...]
RESPONSIBLE JEWELLERY COUNCIL ANNOUNCES AV10 AS NEW CERTIFIED MEMBER
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) today announced that AV10, the French jewellery manufacturer headquartered in Paris, has achieved certification against the ethical, human rights, social and environmental standards as established by the RJC’s Member Certification System. The successful verification assessment of AV10 was conducted by Laurent Lhopitallier from Deloitte France, one of the independent third [...]
RESPONSIBLE JEWELLERY COUNCIL ANNOUNCES SIXTH CERTIFIED MEMBER
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) today announced that Fred Meyer Jewelers and Littman Jewelers, the third largest fine jewellery retailer in the United States, has achieved certification against the ethical, human rights, social and environmental standards as established by the RJC’s Member Certification System. The successful verification assessment of Fred Meyer Jewelers and Littman Jewelers [...]
FAMED WITTELSBACH-GRAFF DIAMOND ON DISPLAY IN NEW YORK
One of the world’s most valuable gemstones, the Wittelsbach-Graff Diamond, will be on display at the American Museum of Natural History, New York, until the 2nd of January 2011. The 31.06 carat Wittelsbach-Graff Diamond has been certified as a type 11b, Internally Flawless, Natural Fancy Deep Blue diamond and is the largest such stone graded [...]
Enough Project Report Makes the Case for Conflict Minerals Certification
Well over a year has passed since Secretary of State Hillary Clinton visited eastern Congo, generating high expectations for the U.S. response to the long war there. In the year since, the links between the conflict and the illicit trade in minerals – which we all help perpetuate through our electronics purchases – is now [...]
The 18th Annual Miami Beach Antique Jewelry & Watch Show Attracted International Buyers and Spectacular Antique Collections from all Over the World
US Antique Shows reported increased attendance, from local and international collectors alike, at the Annual Miami Beach Antique Jewelry & Watch Show, October 15-17, 2010 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. The show, which has been held in Miami Beach for 18 successive years, has become known for its spectacular antique, vintage and estate jewelry [...]
MJSA Announces 2011 Vision Awards Design Competition for Jewelry Design
The 20th Annual MJSA Vision Awards Competition is now open to receive entries, according to MJSA, the U.S. trade association for jewelry makers, designers, and related suppliers. The awards celebrate outstanding talent in the field of jewelry design. For 2011, a new category has been added, Custom Design Distinction. Sponsored by Gemvision Corp., this new [...]
PROSPECTORS AND DEVELOPERS ASSOCIATION OF CANADA STATEMENT REGARDING MEDIA REPORTS ON THE CANADIAN EXPLORATION AND MINING INDUSTRY
The Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) has issued the following statement regarding media reports on the Canadian exploration and mining industry: “In August 2009 the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) commissioned the Canadian Centre for the Study of Resource Conflict to conduct an internal study on the public’s perception of the [...]
JEWELER PANDORA JOINS THE RESPONSIBLE JEWELLERY COUNCIL LONDON
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has announced that PANDORA, the world’s third largest jewellery brand, has joined the Council’s membership. PANDORA, the Danish leading designer and manufacturer of hand finished and modern jewellery, joins more than 250 companies and trade associations in the Council’s membership. “l am delighted that PANDORA has become member of the [...]
UN-backed report stresses economic diversification for Africa’s growth; Talks of diversification away from Diamonds
Diversifying African economies is key to reducing the continent’s dependence on the sale of raw commodities and to sustained economic growth, as well as the development of such crucial sectors as telecommunications, agriculture and tourism, according to a United Nations-backed report unveiled today. The study entitled “Economic Diversification in Africa: A Review of Selected Countries” [...]
DGSE Companies Releases Free “Gold Exchange” iPad Application
DGSE Companies, Inc. (NYSE Amex: DGSE), which buys and sells jewelry, fine watches diamonds, rare coins and precious metals products via traditional and Internet channels, today announced the release of its free iPad “Gold Exchange” application. DGSE Companies, Inc. is one of the largest bullion and numismatic dealers in the United States. The “Gold Exchange” [...]
Katy Perry’s Jewelry and reality TV star Kristin Cavallari’s jewelry to go on display at GIA Jewelry Career Fair
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) announced that more than 100 jewelry industry jobs will be available at this year’s Jewelry Career Fair and Open House at the Institute’s Carlsbad world headquarters on Oct. 22. Well-known companies such as Ben Bridge, Blue Nile, Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany & Co. and Zale Corporation will be looking [...]