Rough Diamonds: Who Are the Top Buyers?
Much has been said about the journey rough diamonds take from mine to market, particularly as the industry is increasing its provenance
Rough Diamond Production Surges in 2017
Rough diamond image: Alrosa Global rough diamond production increased in 2017, mainly due to new mines in Canada, according to data the
Soccer Ball Shaped Diamond Found By Alrosa
Alrosa has unearthed a rough diamond bearing an uncanny resemblance to a soccer ball, and with flawless timing: bang in the middle
GemFair: new technology in order to solve old problem
Why the GemFair initiative? In the early 2000s, when the Kimberley process was about to be put into place, an NGO activist said
Flaws in diamonds become priceless. Why?
Yes, this is really a positive article about the flaws in diamonds. Diamonds have been in the news quite a lot last week,
Rough Market Upbeat at $665M De Beers Sight
Rough-diamond demand was strong at De Beers’ January sight, as manufacturers plan to increase their production in anticipation of post-holiday orders from
Alrosa Is Latest to Mull Diamond Blockchain
Alrosa is considering implementing blockchain or other technology ideas for its rough and polished stones to address challenges with conflict diamonds and
Debmarine Splashes $142M on Diamond Ship
De Beers is planning to add the world’s largest custom-built diamond-mining vessel to its fleet at a cost of $142 million.
Alrosa Finds 34ct. Yellow Diamond
Alrosa has recovered a 34.17-carat fancy vivid yellow rough diamond in northeastern Russia, the miner’s largest fancy-colored stone this year.
ALROSA recovered a unique pink 27.85-carat diamond
“Almazy Anabara”, a subsidiary of ALROSA, recovered a large pink rough diamond weighing 27.85 carats. This is a unique discovery: by far