The pearl industry is undergoing a raft of changes at production, supply and retail levels. EMILY MOBBS dives down for a closer look. Read more »

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Transparent, faceted green gemstones ranging from mint to moss to dark viridian have held our fascination for generations. What could they be? Megan Austin continues the Gem Detective series. Read more »

The key to success for any business is the right staff; however, difficult trading conditions could call for an employee review. Instead of trying to motivate people, the key is to inspire the motivated and remove the unmotivated. Read more »

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“My passions were all gathered together like fingers that made a fist. Drive is considered aggression today; I knew it then as purpose.” – Bette Davis. Read more »

Brazilian police have uncovered a criminal operation that involved the illegal extraction and sale of one of the most valuable gemstones in the world. Read more »

Production has commenced at an Australian sapphire mine that is said to have the potential to become one of the largest in the world. Read more »

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The jewellery industry has been given a boost with the launch of a dedicated new, private training institution. Read more »

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The director of EGL USA, a laboratory that was affected by the European Gemological Laboratories over-grading controversy, is offering a new gemmological grading service to the international market. Read more »

A gemstone mining company claims to have unearthed a rare pair of matching rubies from the same area that recently produced another impressive gemstone. Read more »

The biggest names in Broadway attended the 2015 Tony Awards last week, with the red carpet showcasing a host of eye-catching jewellery pieces on the likes of Amanda Seyfried, Bella Hadid and Kristin Chenoweth. Read more »

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Stones & Silver introduces a pop of colour. Read more »

Mark Milton is as smooth as silk. Read more »

Australian rapper Iggy Azalea has announced her engagement to Lakers player Nick Young on Instagram, flaunting an 8.15-carat fancy, intense yellow diamond in the process. Young reportedly worked meticulously on the ring design with a jeweller in Beverley Hills. See below to find out all the details, including the exorbitant price of the huge rock. Read more »

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Kagi lends a helping hand. Read more »

Staying competitive in the bridal market is no easy feat. EMILY MOBBS reveals the latest trends and sales tools expected to help those up for the (rewarding) challenge. Read more »

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