‘Gemstone’ rush brings life to a halt in Madhya Pradesh’s MandlaBy Manjari MishraManjari MishraTNN The stones were first discovered near the ruins of Taragarh fort, once inhabited by Gondwana rulers, and tribals would sell them for… ‘Gemstone’ rush brings life to a halt in Madhya Pradesh’s Mandla

Art, Gems Vie for Auction Supremacy By Jason Chow The Wall Street Journal Pity the diamonds. Lately, contemporary art has outshone expensive gems at the auction houses. This month, the frenzy of a Christie’s contemporary… Art, Gems Vie for Auction Supremacy

ICA Board of Directors 2013-2015 The board of directors of the International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) consists of 25 directors from 16 countries and regions. Mr. Benjamin Hackman was elected as ICA president for a… ICA Board of Directors 2013-2015

Coloured gemstone experts gather in ChangshaBy Christie Dang and Dodo To Coloured gemstone experts met in Changsha in May for the 15th biennial ICA Congress to address vital issues facing the industry. Congress delegates agreed… Coloured gemstone experts gather in Changsha

Solid demand for fine blue sapphires, especially from the US, is pushing prices up, the Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SGJA) said in a recent report. Heated or unheated blues are also sought-after in… Sapphire prices up on strong demand

Diamonds lose their sparkle, as women choose colourBy Brian Milligan Personal finance reporter, BBC News  Sapphires have rivalled diamonds since the Duchess of Cambridge wore Diana’s engagement ring Over the past eight years, the price… Diamonds lose their sparkle, as women choose colour