September 27, 2020

Venezuelan opposition party demands environmentally friendlier mining operations

Encuentro Ciudadano is preparing a report aimed at informing discussions currently underway to modify the country’s mining law.

September 25, 2020

Rio Tinto’s Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender previewed virtually

In the era of covid-19, the tender was inspired by the Japanese philosophy of Ichigo Ichie, related to the unrepeatable nature of a moment in time.

September 24, 2020

First defined diamond grading system ratified

ISO 24016 is to be used for the grading and description of single unmounted polished diamonds of more than 0.25 carats.

September 23, 2020

De Beers cuts prices for smaller diamonds

Company reduced prices of rough diamonds smaller than one carat by more than 10%.

September 23, 2020

Some carbon-rich exoplanets may be made of diamonds

Researchers believe that carbon-rich exoplanets could convert to diamonds if water were present.

September 21, 2020

Mountain Province resumes diamonds sales in Antwerp

Company sold 210,661 carats for a total of $8.9 million or $42 per carat at its first traditional diamond sale since the pandemic began on Sept. 19.

September 18, 2020

CIBJO to train CSR, SDG officers in jewellery industry

CIBJO and Intertek Italia would create a pilot program that could lead to the creation of the World Jewellery Confederation Education Foundation.

September 16, 2020

Petra finds five blue diamonds but no clear path to recovery

While the discovery is a boost for the struggling diamond miner, it won’t be enough to turn around Petra's fortunes.

September 16, 2020

Bids open for Canadian “flawless” 102-carat diamond

Bids for the rare 102.39-carat diamond opened on Sep. 15, and it may become one of the most expensive stones ever to sell at auction.

September 15, 2020

Renard diamond mine to restart in September

The mine, operated by Stornoway Diamonds, has been on care and maintenance since March.