Diamonds As always, the global diamond market is of greatest importance for Botswana. After a dismal performance in the second half of 2015, the recovery in sales of rough diamonds that started in the first quarter of 2016 continued through the second quarter. Econsult Review 2016_2nd Quarter_ The reduction of rough supplies in 2015 had […]
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No diamonds in the dirt for burrowing Italian jewel thieves The search for lucre was filthy indeed for six Italians jailed this week over a bid to burrow up from the sewers of Naples into luxury shops and make off with jewels worth hundreds of thousands of euros. Three were caught in the
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De Beers Moves Ahead with Canada Exploration De Beers will test specimens of kimberlite indicator material from a project in an underdeveloped part of Canada after completing sampling at the site in the Northwestern Athabasca basin. The miner invested up to $15.6 million (CAD 20.4 million) in the joint venture with Toronto-listed CanAlaska, which staked
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It’s a Great Time to Buy a Diamond, But Fewer People Want One by Thomas Biesheuvel @tbiesheuvel In the diamond industry, even the crooks are old-fashioned. The ringleaders jailed for a $20 million jewelry heist in London last year were in theirsixties and seventies, so it’s no surprise they’d go after the gems. They’re old enough to
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Harry Winston Harry Winston Releases ‘Brilliantly in Love’ Bridal Video Read more History of the Engagement Ring The Brilliant History of the Engagement Ring In 1969, the world watched in wonder as the cleaving of the 601-carat Lesotho diamond was broadcast on live television. Recently purchased by Mr. Harry Winston himself, the magnificent rough stone
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Training for Jewellery store staff important: Read article from JCK Online / JCK Magazine offers readers expanded coverage of the most important jewelry industry issues and style trends impacting their businesses No Deal! Court Cancels Accidental Bargain Price for 20 Carat Diamond A miscommunication led to a cruise ship passenger scoring a $4 million diamond at
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POLISHED DIAMOND PRICES STABLE IN MARCH As indicated by the most recent figures released by the Rapaport Group, polished diamond prices were stable in March supported by steady dealer trading even though the outlook for consumer demand remains uncertain. In the first quarter, sentiment improved as polished diamond price rose and profitability increased on select
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Mugabe must clarify precious diamond income plundering : ZIMBABWE President Robert Mugabe’s claim a week ago that $15 billion was plundered from diamond revenue by mining companies made for interesting reading. Initially there was a muted response to the claims, but now a lot of dust has been raised and the people of Zimbabwe are now
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Lucara Diamond Corp’s ‘Lesedi La Rona’ Botswana Citizen Named Gem and Wins $2,196 Prize The 1,111-carat diamond recovered by Lucara Diamond Corp Botswana in November has been named ‘Lesedi La Rona’ following a competition among locals to label the gem. The name, which means ‘Our Light,’ was given by Thembani Moitlhobogi, the winner of a $2,196
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Diamond Sorter Senior Diamond Sorter – Kimberley Recruiter:National Appointments Location:Kimberley, Northern Cape Salary:Salary Negotiable Sector:Scientific Jobs Job Type:Permanent Date added:05 February 2016 AA/EE opportunity?:No Benefits:Not included Similar Jobs:Scientific Jobs in Kimberley Leading Diamond Mining Group is looking for an experienced and qualified Senior Diamond Sorter for their facility in Kimberley in the Northern Cape Province.
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