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A digital copy of the Rapaport Price List illustrating the Rapaport Diamond Trade influence.

Rapaport Diamond Trade: How One Man Changed Global Luxury

Industry News, Jewelry Business /

Introduction to the Rapaport Diamond Trade  Most people know very little about the complex journey between a dark diamond mine and a bright jewelry store window. In fact, the global diamond trade was once one of the most secretive and guarded industries in the world. Specifically, a small circle of dealers controlled all pricing information, and

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Why is that tiny rock so expensive – gemstone rarity, condition, aesthetics, provenance explained

Why Is That Tiny Rock So Expensive? Gemstone Price Factors

Buying Guides, Gemstones, Jewellery Education /

When you see a small gem with a huge price tag, the question comes naturally: why is that tiny rock so expensive? The answer lies in four price drivers—rarity, condition, aesthetics, and provenance. Rarity Creates Value The rarer a gemstone, the higher the cost. Less than 1% of mined diamonds qualify for fine jewelry. A

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