Intricate vintage pearl necklace with matching brooch.

Sotheby’s Royal & Noble Jewels: Old Cuts, Natural Pearls, Tiaras, and Where Bids Soared...

Sotheby's Royal & Noble Jewels sale in Geneva on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, brought together treasures that showcased both exceptional craftsmanship and the deep,...
Elegant bracelet with red and green gemstones set in brown material.

AGTA Announces the 2025 Spectrum & Cutting Edge Award WINNERS! … and the Roskin...

On a Personal Note:There was certainly a buzz in the room – well over 300 pieces to view, loose gems and gem-set jewelry stretched...
Elegant ring with a large blue gemstone and gold accents.

ZaZa Azul: A Paraíba for the People

How a beloved 13.34-carat tourmaline went from a private treasure to the Smithsonian WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday morning, September 16th, 2025, the Smithsonian Institution's...
A ring with a large yellow-green gemstone and a silver band.

A Heritage Auction Marathon: Over 500 items – an All Day All Night Sale,...

In our last report on Heritage Auctions' September 29 Fall Fine Jewelry Signature® Sale, we focused on a few beautiful pieces of colored gemstone...
Elegant gold flower-shaped jewelry piece on turquoise background.

Seaman Schepps at Doyle’s August Auction: Why Fine Jewelry isn’t Always about Emeralds, Rubies,...

At Doyle's Fine Jewelry auction in New York last Thursday (August 21), the sale offered an impressive line-up of diamond rings along with a...
Two hands gently holding each other, showcasing a large ring and long nails.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Engagement Ring to Georgina Rodríguez is Lighting up the Internet!

The headline-grabbing engagement ring–a large oval brilliant cut diamond,has been estimated by numerous "jewelry experts" to weigh between 20 and 50 caratswith a guesstimated...
Australian Opal Awards logo with a beautiful opal pendant necklace.

And the Winners Are… Winners of the $30,000 AUSTRALIAN OPAL AWARDS 2025!

Celebrating Australia's National Gemstone Since 2000, the Australian Opal Awards have showcased the creativity and skill of jewelry designers and gemstone artisans who work with...
Ornate Fabergé egg with a detailed portrait and intricate gold design.

Fabergé: From Imperial Jewels to a Private Equity Portfolio? What is Happening with Fabergé?

Gemfields has sold its iconic brand Fabergé to SMG Capital for $50 million. Fabergé, once synonymous with the pinnacle of gemstone and jewelry artistry–the crown...
Raw and polished purple to pink gemstones arranged in two rows.

Ruby & Sapphire from Winza: Columbia Gem House Announces New Acquisition

Columbia Gem House Announces New Acquisition of Untreated Sapphires and Rubies from Tanzania Columbia Gem House (CGH), the gem cutting and wholesale supply house based...
Book cover titled 'Making a Killing in Diamonds' with a city skyline at dusk.

“Making a Killing in Diamonds” by Rob Bates

Book #4 (and final installment) in the Diamond District Murder Mystery Series A Shocking Murder. A Glittering Lie. Meet the New Mystery That Cuts to...
Spectrum & Cutting Edge Awards event logo with artistic floral design.

AGTA Spectrum & Cutting Edge Awards: Rules & Deadlines

Every year, the AGTA Spectrum & Cutting Edge Awards spotlight some of the most creative minds in the gem and jewelry world. Launched back...
Colorful sea glass pieces hanging on a string by the ocean.

“Gems” on the Beach – aka… Sea Glass: It’s a Treasure “for Shore” –...

"One's person's trash is another person's treasure" - Sea Glass. Treasure on the beach.It's one of nature's most charming recycling projects: trash turned into...