The Revival of Vintage Gemstones: Black Onyx
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July 2025 sees strong growth in exports, while cumulative April–July figures reflect a decline in key segments.
Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the Responsible Jeweller and one of the world’s leading jewellery retailers, proudly unveils Vyana, a striking new collection of gemstone jewellery that celebrates the unique essence of every woman. Inspired by the belief that no two gemstones and no two women are alike, Vyana is a tribute to individuality, inner strength, and self-expression.
Gemological Science International (GSI), a global leader in gemological certification, reinforced its position as the trusted laboratory partner for India’s jewellery supply chain at IIJS Premiere 2025, held at the Nesco Exhibition Centre, Mumbai.
Gemfields announces that it has signed an agreement to sell its entire interest in wholly owned Fabergé Limited (“Fabergé”), the iconic luxury brand, to SMG Capital LLC (the “Buyer”), for a total consideration of USD 50 million. Of that sum, USD 45 million is payable to Gemfields by the Buyer on completion of the sale (which is expected on 28 August 2025). The remaining USD 5 million is payable to Gemfields by the Buyer by way of quarterly royalty payments at a rate of 8% of Fabergé’s revenue. The sale is not expected to be subject to regulatory or any other approval processes
revival of vintage gemstone: Trapiche Emerald
Gemfields Group Limited has released its operational and financial update for the six months ending 30 June 2025, reporting total auction revenues of USD 60 million and a net debt position of USD 59.6 million. Key developments include near-completion of Montepuez Ruby Mine’s second processing plant and the resumption of focused mining at the Kagem emerald mine. Significant progress has also been made in the strategic review of Fabergé. The full interim results will be published on 26 September 2025.
Natural Diamond Council (NDC)—a global not-for-profit dedicated to promoting the integrity and appeal of natural diamonds, delivers facts through its reports- the Laboratory-Grown Diamond Facts and the Fancy Colour Diamonds, to empower retailers and educate consumers with fact-based perspectives
HRD Antwerp, Europe’s leading authority in Diamond and Jewellery Grading, Education and Equipment, has officially launched its operations within the Bharat Ratnam Mega Common Facility Centre (CFC) in Mumbai. This collaboration was unveiled during the prestigious IIJS Premiere 2025 and marks a significant leap in advancing India’s jewellery ecosystem with world-class diamond certification services.
Divine Solitaires, one of India’s leading natural diamond solitaire brand, gives consumers a peek into one of the most anticipated collections to date—its new Signature Collection at the IIJS Exhibition 2025.
