Industry Trends

A set of rare Argyle pink diamonds displayed in a professional jewellery setting.

Argyle Pink Diamonds: The Brand Moves to Boodles

Introduction Recently, the Argyle pink diamonds story has opened a new chapter. Specifically, on 1 October 2026, Rio Tinto announced that the Argyle pink diamonds™ brand now belong to Boodles, the British family-owned jeweller. In addition, Boodles received the last remaining inventory, trademarks, the website, and the digital marketing assets. However, Boodles did not buy

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A collection of rubies and sapphires displayed in a professional jewellery store to illustrate the Colored Stones Do Good initiative.

Colored Stones Do Good and the Role India Can Play

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. If you click through and buy something, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Introduction Why does the diamond industry share positive community stories while the coloured gemstone industry has no comparable global movement? Diamonds

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A high-end De Beers jewellery piece featuring a smooth cabochon-cut diamond.

Cabochon-cut Diamonds: A De Beers Jewellery Guide

Introduction De Beers London has added cabochon-cut diamonds to its High Jewellery collection for the first time. The company unveiled these stones within the Undulation suite, part of a larger collection called Vibrations, which celebrates the movement of inland water. Specifically, the designers drew their inspiration from Botswana’s Okavango Delta. Unlike standard faceted diamonds, these

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A landscape view of the high-altitude vineyards at Pazhu Winery in the Tibetan Plateau.

Pazhu Winery: Wine From the World’s Highest Vineyards

Introduction Can grapevines really survive above 3,500 metres? Indeed, Pazhu Winery in Tibet answers that question every harvest. Specifically, the producer grows vines across the Lhasa and Shannan regions, at altitudes reportedly reaching up to about 3,700 metres. However, one distinction matters here. According to Guinness World Records, the Pure Land & Super-high Altitude Vineyard

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AI in the gemstone and jewelry industry using digital light performance analysis.

AI in the Gemstone and Jewelry Industry: A Buyer’s Guide

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. If you click through and buy something, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Introduction Can artificial intelligence make gemstones, diamonds, jewelry, and watches more beautiful? Yes, in some ways, but not on its own.

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Vintage gold watches and jewellery pieces being assessed for use in circular business models.

Circular Business Models: The Watch and Jewellery Mine

Introduction The watch and jewellery industry already holds one of its most valuable resources. However, much of the gold and silver in watches and jewellery sits in private collections instead of the production cycle. Indeed, the Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030 (WJI 2030) explores this stock in its report, Unlocking Decarbonisation through Circularity in the

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A digital interface illustrating AI in the Jewelry Industry showing 3D gemstone mapping.

AI in the Jewelry Industry: Automation and Artistry

Introduction to AI in the Jewelry Industry The global jewelry sector has always welcomed new tools and innovative ways of doing business. Over the past decades, jewelers have moved from simple hand tools and small workshops to computer-aided design (CAD) software and expansive online stores. Each shift brought new opportunities for growth and unique challenges

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A visual representation of the climate change impact on jewelry showing a seedling growing next to a ring.

Climate Change Impact on Jewelry and Watches: 2026 Guide

Introduction to the Climate Change Impact on Jewelry Climate change now touches almost every industry on the planet, and the luxury sector is no exception. Specifically, the climate change impact on jewelry and watches is reshaping how these products are manufactured, sourced, and sold. Rising temperatures, chronic water shortages, and extreme weather events are forcing brands to abandon

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A jeweler handcrafted a 20k gold ring using California Gold Lessons for Indian Jewelers.

California Gold Lessons for Indian Jewelers: A New Model

Introduction to California Gold Lessons for Indian Jewelers Most consumers never pause to think about exactly where their gold originated. Typically, they walk into a jewelry store, select a piece they love, and complete the transaction. However, a small family business in Santa Monica, California, is currently changing that habit, and the global jewelry industry should

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