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Sales of watches and jewelry in the US grew again in November, but at a slower rate than in the previous couple of months. The year-on-year increase was 5.8 per cent, down from 9.7 per cent in October and 10.1 per cent in September, according to the latest figures ...
Indian Digger's Diamond Fetches $111,000
Dec 10, 2024 · (IDEX Online) - A 19.22 carat diamond, recovered from a shallow mine by a part-time digger in India's Panna district, sold at auction for $111,000 (Rs 93,79,360).
Shutdown for 15,000 Diamond Workers after Boss Suffers Stroke
Dec 7, 2024 · (IDEX Online) - Maruti Impex, described as one of the world's biggest manufacturers of small natural diamonds, is halting operations, and has advised its 15,000 workers to seek employment elsewhere.
Renewed Calls for G7 Verification Point in India
Dec 4, 2024 · "The certification process is a matter of concern as we are the largest diamond manufacturer with over 90 per cent of the world's diamonds polished here," Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) executive director Sabyasachi Ray told Times of India.
IDEX Polished Price Index: The First Increase of 2024
Dec 2, 2024 · The Index rose by 0.62 per cent in November, following on from a relatively modest d rop of 0.81 per cent the previous month.
Ruby Mining Resumes after Deadly Invasion Attempt
5 days ago · (IDEX Online) - Work has resumed at the Montepuez ruby mine (MRM) in Mozambique, say owners Gemfields after two people were shot dead during an attempt to storm the deposit. The UK-based miner said on 2 January that the mine was again running at full capacity after an apparent return to calm. More ...
Farewell to 2024 - IDEX's Memo
Dec 26, 2024 · So farewell then to 2024. Not the greatest year for the diamond industry, although there do now appear to be some green shoots of recovery. As we look forward to a happier and more prosperous new year - and as many of us enjoy a well-earned seasonal break - we're revisiting some of the lighter moments of 2024.We've had more than our fair share of doom and gloom, so here's a handful of stories ...
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"Strong Results" from Sale of Rare Argyle Diamonds
Dec 4, 2024 · (IDEX Online) - A sale of "beyond rare" diamonds - primarily pink, red and violet stones from the Argyle mine - delivered "strong results", owners Rio Tinto said yesterday (3 November) although it declined to provide actual prices.
Long-Term Hopes for De Beers Deal with Botswana
Nov 18, 2024 · (IDEX Online) - Botswana's new president said he was confident his country's long-standing deal with De Beers would endure, and said he was confident that, as partners, both sides would resolve "niggling issues" between them.