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Gary Roskin on the Colored Stone Business Circa 2023

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Fura Gems to Invest $200m+ in Colombia Mine

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FACETS 30th Anniversary!

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FACETS 30th Anniversary! January 6-8, 2024 The Sri Lanka Gem & Jewellery Association is excited to announce the dates for the special 30th edition of...

Gemfields Ruby Auction: Record $80.4 million

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