Escada and Pluczenik jewellery launched in India

"...This "lifestyle collection" of refined pieces was inspired by the joie-de-vivre so central to Escada's philosophy and represented a wide range of effects - sporty and cool, romantic and dreamy, very classic or very glamorous - that highlighted their role as independent, style-setting fashion elements. The jewellery both complements Escada's fashion items and stands on its own as bona-fide fine jewellery. The collection includes a wide selection of bridal designs and some stunning unique "Wow" pieces that you might want very much to have..."
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Indian company launches an ERP software for jewellers - Crown24K


"...The Indian Gems & Jewelry industry has many critical areas that stand to benefit from Crown24K™. These include Jewelry Manufacturing; Precious Metal / Stone / Diamond Management; Jewelry Inventory Management; Jewelry POS; Financial Accounting / CRM / Promotions Management; Bar-Coding / RFID support and Image Linking; Human Resource Management; Business Reports and MIS. Crown24K™ has been built with the specific objective of addressing real-time issues and providing need-based solutions..."
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2nd GIA Gem Conference from August 21-23, 2009


"...The first Gemological Research Conference, held over two days in August 2006, drew more than 700 attendees from 32 countries. The conference has been expanded into a three-day event, and will feature world-renowned keynote speakers, cutting-edge oral and poster presentations, panel discussions, and a gem photography competition and workshop,” said Jim Shigley, one of the co-chairs of the event. In addition, the Mineralogical Society of America will collaborate with GIA on organizing one of the conference sessions. The dual-track program will cover numerous technical areas of contemporary importance. Track 1 will focus on topics such as gem treatments, synthetics and simulants, gem localities, the geology of gem deposits, diamond characterization, colored stone identification, inclusions, new technologies in gem characterization, and teaching gemology in a university setting. Track 2 will feature subjects such as pearls and organic gems, color description, jewelry manufacturing technology, market research and analysis, gem pricing, gems in archeometry, and jewelry history..."
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De Beer’s sub-sea mining ventures recovers 22,000 carats in its first month of production


"...Cape Town-based De Beers Marine’s general manager Burger Greeff says full production started on 16 June and the vessel has recovered 22 000 carats during the first month of production. Although it is early days yet, this equates to an annual production rate of around 264 000 carats - 10% higher than the initial projections. And, says Greeff, “the crawler performed well and early indications are that the vessel will exceed the planned mining rate and utilisation...”
Courtesy - cbn.co.za

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Congo's efforts to stop blood diamonds under scrutiny


"...The central African country was expelled in 2004 from the Kimberley Process, which regulates the majority of world diamond sales, because it could not account for most of its exports -- which were 100 times more than estimated local production. Mines Ministry Director-General Louis-Marie Djama said a Kimberley Process team had arrived on Tuesday for a week-long mission to assess the country's efforts to improve traceability. The team will visit the northeastern region of Likouala, where most of Congo's diamonds are mined, Djama said. Industry officials say the Congo Republic has been used as a conduit for diamonds mined across its borders in the larger Democratic Republic of Congo and Angola..."
Courtesy - reuters.com

Classic Diamonds to partner with retail outlets in UAE!

"...Classic Diamonds will market products via 6 retail outlets there. The tie up will supposedly add Rs 80 crore to the topline of the company in FY08. While, the margins are seen at 25-30%. Classic Diamonds current jewellery business accounts for about 25% of revenues. After the tie up, the jewellery business will contribute 40% of revenues..."
Courtesy - moneycontrol.com

From being a part of corporate America to jewellery designer - Gaye Fields


"...My designs have been purchased by boutiques and galleries in San Antonio and Port Isabel, Texas; Santa Fe, New Mexico; and Telluride, Colorado. My jewelry is showcased at the annual American Cancer Society Relay for Life fundraiser in San Antonio, Texas. I hold trunk shows throughout the U.S and sell to personal clients around the world..."

Browse through her unique and striking jewellery collection, here.

Slim Barretts' jewels adorn the stars!


"...Artist-jeweller, Slim Barrett, came to London from Athenry Co. Galway, Ireland in 1982. He designs from his London based studio, by appointment, one off pieces to commission for private clients and for leading international brands alongside his own collections. Work includes silver and fine jewellery, sculpture and collections of objet such as chandeliers and candelabrums. Chanel, Ungaro, Versace, Montana, Karl Lagerfeld and John Galliano have all commissioned Slim to design jewellery for them. Described by The Times as 'one of the most influential figures in contemporary design' Slim Barrett has a private client list that includes the late Princess of Wales, Madonna, Janet Jackson, Cher, Halle Berry, Belinda Carlisle, Josh Hartnett, Lenny Kravitz, Rachel Weisz, Shakira, Christina Ricci, Colin Farrell and he created the diamond wedding crown for Victoria Adams "Posh Spice" for her marriage to David Beckham..."

To own a piece of "celeb jewellery", check his website here.

Roberto coin launches collection to commemorate Neiman Marcus' centennial


"...Italian jewelry designer Roberto Coin has created a unique set of diamond jewelry. The collection is comprised of a total of 100 carats of the 100-facet Cento diamond. Coin has designed the suite in a Victorian antique style setting. The necklace alone has rare 5 carat, 4 carat and 3 carat diamonds. The entire set is valued at $5.26 million..."
Courtesy - idexonline.com

Jewellery designer launches concierge services

"...Ms. Barnes predicts that men in particular will find her concierge service useful for gift occasions. She has established a simple yet effective interview process that facilitates her ability to make recommendations for jewelry and accessory gift shopping. "There are a lot of factors to consider when shopping for a gift. My process takes the stress out of the decision," says Ms. Barnes. Originally conceived as a complimentary service for individual customers, Ms. Barnes also intends to offer gifting services for corporate clients. She foresees assisting local businesses in their selection of employee-recognition and personalized gift items..."
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