“Massive” 41.82 Ct. Blue Diamond Found in South Africa

Petra Diamonds has uncovered a 41.82 ct. blue diamond at the famed Cullinan mine in South Africa, and experts say it's poised to become one of the...

Diamond Industry Legend Louis Glick Dies

Louis “Louie” Glick, a widely respected New York dealer who was an early promoter of yellow diamonds, died on Jan. 10. He was 102. (more…)

Sell More by Using These Fun Facts With Clients

Fun facts are pieces of useful information that go beyond nickel knowledge. They are intended as edutainment—stimulating conversation that teaches...

Be on the Lookout for These Tucson Treasures

Whether you’re on the hunt for intriguing gemstones in special cuts, elegant gold jewels, or pieces that incorporate both, you’re sure to find...

Lab-Grown Diamonds Are Destroying Economies. Is That Okay?

I was recently talking with a friend about Alexander Lacik, who stepped down as CEO of Pandora at the end of the year. (more…)

Former AGS Lab Director Pete Yantzer Dies

George Peter (“Pete”) Yantzer, the founding director of the American Gem Society's (AGS) grading lab, died on Jan. 10, according to a story in...

Duniya’s Noctara Collection Does Polki Diamonds for Every Day

Antique and vintage diamond cuts are having a major moment (thanks to certain celebrity engagements), becoming more mainstream as consumers look for...

IDCA Taps Shekhar Shah as President

The Indian Diamond and Colorstone Association (IDCA) elected Shekhar Shah (pictured), a principal at Real Gems, its president for 2026 at a Dec. 2...

Connoisseur’s Choice: Hancocks London’s 21.5 Ct. Asscher-Cut Diamond Solitaire

Hancocks London demonstrates its knack for sourcing some seriously stunning stones with one of the latest arrivals at its St. James’s Street...

India to Chair Kimberley Process in 2026

India will chair the Kimberley Process (KP) in 2026, ending a two-year deadlock that threatened to leave the position vacant. (more…)

Jan. 2 Diamond Shavings: Your Friday Web Roundup

Wishing everybody a great 2026. Welcome back to Diamond Shavings. This week: Saks is reportedly preparing a bankruptcy filing. Secondhand Rolexes...