GemFind Weekly Newsletter August 8th 2017

How to Use Pinterest for Your Jewelry Store

Working with an online strategist can help you maximize using Pinterest for your jewelry store. It’s a popular social network that’s easy to use, but not all businesses have the time to manage images that promote their brands on this platform. Some businesses only have time to manage one social profile such as Facebook, even though Pinterest is potentially more powerful for building brand awareness.

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Russia Opens Criminal Investigation of Alrosa Flood

Diamonds.net August 08

The accident happened when water rushed into the underground mine after a sharp deterioration in mining and geological conditions, Alrosa reported on Friday. Rescue teams have lifted 143 miners to safety, out of 151 who were inside the deposit at the time of the flood.

Fancy Color Diamond Price Index Unchanged During Q2 2017, Reports FCRF

IDEX August 06

Analysis of pricing data by the Fancy Color Research Foundation (FCRF) for the second quarter of 2017 indicates overall pricing stability across all categories over the same quarter in the previous year. A deeper look at the data reveals that blue fancy color diamond prices continued to appreciate, climbing 5.5 percent over last year,

De Beers Continues Polished Diamond Auction Sales in August

The Diamond Loupe August 03

De Beers Group announced in a press release today that its Auction Sales business will run further polished diamond auction events in August, following the success of the initial events in late June. The events marked a new departure for De Beers, auctioned polished stones from their own rough diamonds,

LUCARA TO SEARCH FOR PARTNER TO SELL THE “LESEDI LA RONA” DIAMOND The Israeli Diamond Industry August 08

Back in June 2016, the stone failed to find a buyer at a Sotheby’s auction. It missed its reserve price of $70 million as the highest bid came in at $61 million. It is the largest gem-quality rough diamond to have been discovered in over a century, and the largest gem-quality diamond in existence today.

The Key To Confidence In The Diamond Sector

IDEX Memo

August 03

They say that confidence is the key to success, and that preparation is the key to confidence. And from my years as President of De Beers Group’s International Institute of Diamond Grading & Research (IIDGR), I can safely say that this is certainly true of the diamond sector.

Alrosa Unveils 51-Carat ‘Dynasty’ Diamond

The Jewelry News Network August 03

Russian diamond mining company, Alrosa, said Wednesday that it wants to revive Russia's history as a skilled center for crafting diamond, gems and jewels. To back those words the state-owned company unveiled “Dynasty”—a 51.38-carat traditional round brilliant-cut diamond, which

The Jewellery Editor August 07

With its juicy burst of colour, the aptly named watermelon tourmaline perfectly mimics the rind and flesh of our favourite summer fruit. Here we take a closer look at the origins of the watermelon tourmaline and talk to the designers who have a particular preference for working with this one-of-a-kind gem.

Trending: Rainbow Gemstone Jewelry

connoisseurs.com August 03

Rainbow hair. Rainbow fashions. Rainbow food. Rainbow light filters on Instagram. If the world suddenly seems more colorful to you, you’re not alone. The rainbow effect is everywhere, and that goes for the world of jewelry, too. We’ve rounded up a few special rainbow gemstone jewelry pieces to inspire you to adapt this fashionable trend.

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RapNet Blog

August 06

Let’s face it, everyone wants to master this advertising medium that is all-consuming. And for most, that is simply not attainable. You could devote every waking hour to keeping up on the latest trends (which can literally change weekly). And, I’m quite sure

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Stunning Look of Black Gold Ring

Jewago

August 04

The black color of gold is achieved after the numerous processing stages with using the special components. The process of getting the black color is available far from everyone. The jewels and rings as well made from the black gold are very rare in the collections of jewelry houses.

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