Ever since Elizabeth Taylor wooed the world with her White Diamonds signature fragrance back in 1991 with Elizabeth Arden, the celebrity fragrance has become almost a rite of passage for many a singer, actor and sports star. With the likes of Britney Spears, Paris Hilton and David Beckham taking home millions in profits from their … Read More →
Indian gold imports and premiums could spike after the country’s main jewellery federation reached an agreement with the government over newly imposed taxes following an 18-day strike. Previously, the All India Gems and Jewellery Trade Federation (GJF) had opposed a one-percent tax on gold jewellery sales, arguing that many small-scale jewellers would be adversely affected because … Read More →
The De Beers Group of Companies recently launched the International Institute of Diamond Valuation (IIDV) in the US to provide a diamond jewellery reselling solution that suits the needs of retailers and consumers. According to the company, IIDV will offer more accurate and attractive prices, as well as greater transparency in the reselling process. IIDV’s … Read More →
A 10.1-carat blue diamond will be offered by Sotheby’s Hong Kong at its Magnificent Jewels & Jadeite Spring Sales scheduled for April 5. The De Beers Millennium Jewel 4, an internally flawless fancy vivid blue diamond, is one of the twelve diamonds – 11 blue and one colourless – that form the De Beers Millennium … Read More →
Kimberlite Diamond of China launched its high-end Chinese-themed collections at the BaselWorld Watch and Jewellery Show. The company unveiled its collection, “Chinese Essence,” in a fashion show after a launching ceremony in Basel, Sina.com.cn reported. The company’s pavilion, measuring 217sqm, is the largest ever occupied by a Chinese firm in the Swiss fair, according to … Read More →
French designer Khieng Puong recently collaborated with Taiwan’s National Museum of History to launch a collection of jewellery inspired by Chinese calligraphy. The collection, entitled Jiqing Rufu (Blessings), was inspired by the calligraphic works of Yu Youren (1879 – 1964), displayed in Taiwan’s National Museum of History, Chinatimes.com reported. According to the report, it was … Read More →
Kalyan Jewellers is opening seven showrooms in Doha, Qatar within the month as the India-based company further strengthens its presence in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, according to a recent report. “We have registered a healthy double-digit growth rate in our businesses in the GCC. We believe that our presence in Qatar is critical … Read More →