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2019 ICA Congress Concludes in Bangkok With Highest Ever Delegate Turnout, Significant Gender Diversity

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The 19th International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) Congress, which took place in Bangkok from October 12-15, not only saw the largest ever overall turnout in the over 30-year history of the event, but also reflected the increase in gender diversity both in the coloured gemstone industry and the organisation too, the ICA stated in a post Congress release. The trade body said that the global gathering was attended by over 370 delegates from 26 countries, including the world’s leading gemmologists, miners, retailers, gem dealers and jewellery designers. Significantly, the ICA reported that this Congress attracted the highest number of female delegates and speakers since the first event was held in Tel Aviv, Israel in April 1983. The ICA Congress, usually held every two years, enables industry experts to share their latest knowledge and insights with members of the trade, industry professionals and media. Over the three days, different sessions devoted to discussions on pre
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Cara Delevingne becomes face of Dior Fine Jewellery

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The House of Dior has named renowned British model, Cara Delevingne, as the new face for its fine jewellery. As the ambassadors for the brand’s ‘Dior Joaillerie’ offer, Delevingne appears in the latest marketing material. Delevingne, who is described by Dior as a rebellious English Rose, is no stranger to the fashion house, but this is the first time she has fronted a jewellery campaign. The brand says in a statement: “Much more than a muse, the audacious icon is an endless source of inspiration. For Dior, Cara Delevingne upends the conventional jewellery codes with her characteristic whimsy. “Her way of collecting, layering and mixing jewellery with ultra-modern spontaneity reflects her singular personality, cultivates uniqueness and asserts her many-faceted identity. Mesmerizing tattoos and mischievous winks are two hallmarks of this beautiful, rebellious English rose.” The first jewellery campaign feature Cara Delevingne promotes the brand’s Rose des
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The 64th Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair Welcomed More Foreign Buyers Generating 70 Million USD in Revenue, 13% Increase in Foreign Visitors

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Miss Banjongjitt Angsusingh, Director General of the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) revealed that the 64th Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair organized by the DITP, Ministry of Commerce on September 10-14, 2019 at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani under the theme of Thailand’s Magic Hands: The Spirit of Jewelry Making was highly successful. The fair attracted over 13 percent more foreign visitors compared to the September 2018 edition due to higher interest in Thai gems and jewelry products as well as heightened confidence of foreign buyers towards the quality of the products and security of the event itself. Over the five days of the event, sales generated totaled 70 million USD, demonstrating the potential of Thai businesses, manufacturers, and designers in crafting high-quality gem and jewelry products that are recognized worldwide, which have driven Thailand to become one of the world’s gems and jewelry trading and manufacturing hub. Miss Banjongjitt disclosed that the
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Swarovski collaborates with Mariah Carey to celebrate Christmas hit

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Jewellery house Swarovski has collaborated with pop star Mariah Carey on an exclusive Christmas ornament. Inspired by her world renowned song ‘All I want for Christmas is you’, the ornament celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Christmas hit. Swarovski’s Creative Director, Nathalie Colin, explains more about the collaboration: “The holidays wouldn’t be the same without Swarovski’s sparkle. We are delighted to work with Mariah Carey, such a brilliant, multi-faceted and empowering modern woman. With this unique ornament, we capture her signature style and impeccable glamour while infusing Swarovski’s iconic look and exquisite craftsmanship.” Since 1991, Swarovski Annual Edition ornaments have shone a new light on the tradition of decorating the holiday tree, bringing sparkle and celebration to homes all over the world. For this new and exclusive addition ninety crystal facets shimmer in a snowflake shape with a blue Aurora Boreale colour effect. The crystal is hu
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Rebus Brings the Elevated Heirloom Stateside, With Handcrafted Signet Rings

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Artistry meets jewelry making expertise during one-on-one design collaborations in New York, this October. Internationally renowned creators of the world’s most luxurious signet rings, Rebus excels in exceptional craftsmanship. Located in the heart of Hatton Garden, traditional techniques are honored through the ingenuity of hand engraving by award-winning goldsmiths. Disciplined and methodic, each piece is created as a customer collaboration—exclusively meaningful and elegant. This October, Rebus comes to New York to meet and greet clients, develop blueprints for new custom designs, and arrange one-on-one consultations for those wants a hands-on atelier experience with Rebus Founder, Emmet Smith, and Signet Ring Expert, Rachel Westerman. “Our US customers love to tell us how much they appreciate that our rings are made individually to order by expert craftspeople using ancient techniques. This visit to New York gives me an opportunity to offer exclusive personal consulta
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Surat 250 Diamond Units Shuttered and 40,000 Jobs Cut in Last Year

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The news out of Surat, India’s “Diamond City,” is troubling, with reports of 250 diamond units there and across Gujarat having shut down in the past year. According to the Times of India, up to 40,000 workers have lost their jobs. Officers from the Gujarat Diamond Workers’ Union (GDWU) met deputy chief minister Nitin Patel last week to demand financial help for the workers – their numbers are set to rise with fears that even more units will close after the upcoming Diwali holiday. “The situation of diamond workers is going to be worse after the Diwali vacation,” GDWU vice president Bhavesh Tank told the Times of India. According to Tank, production is down 70 percent with small- and medium diamond units most likely to down tools after the holiday. Despite the situation, which many believe to be worse than that of the global economic downturn in 2009, Surat Diamond Association (SDA) president Babu Gujarati said he believed the recession would soon end. In a bit to
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Kashi Jewellers gets nominated for the prestigious JNA Award 2019 – The Oscars of Jewellery Industry

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Kashi Jewellers, known as House of Kashi is nominated as an Honouree at the most prestigious international JNA Awards 2019. JNA Awards is a Hong Kong based awards programme that advocates the best business practices in jewellery and gemstone industry. JNA Awards recognises and promotes companies as well as individuals that demonstrate proven and outstanding leadership capabilities, innovative thinking, social responsibility, sustainable strategies and their overall contribution in Asian trade and communities. The prestigious awards programme in 2019 is strongly supported by Headline Partners Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group Limited, Shanghai Diamond Exchange, and Bahrain Institute for Pearls and Gemstones, Honoured Partners the KGK Group, China Gems & Jade Exchange, and Guangdong Land Holdings Ltd. The Grand Awards Ceremony will be held on 17th September 2019 at Hong Kong. Mr. James Courage, former CEO at Platinum Guild International specially visited Kashi Jewellers - Kanpur s
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