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- Jean-Christophe Bédos to Exit as CEO of Birks by Suzanne Watkin on 28 August 2025 at 1:51 pm
Executive will step down at end of month after 13 years heading the Canadian jeweler. The post Jean-Christophe Bédos to Exit as CEO of Birks appeared first on Rapaport.
- US Extends Deadline for Importing ‘Grandfathered’ Russian Diamonds by Leah Meirovich on 28 August 2025 at 11:21 am
Loose stones of 0.50 carats and up that meet criteria are allowed in until September 1, 2026. The post US Extends Deadline for Importing ‘Grandfathered’ Russian Diamonds appeared first on Rapaport.
- De Beers’ Latest Sight Brings Diamond Crisis into Focus by Joshua Freedman on 28 August 2025 at 9:13 am
Small rough is the biggest victim as tariffs compound the industry’s challenges. The post De Beers’ Latest Sight Brings Diamond Crisis into Focus appeared first on Rapaport.
- Travis Kelce Proposes to Taylor Swift with Cushion-Cut Diamond Ring by Marni Davimes Weinbaum on 27 August 2025 at 2:06 pm
The antique-style stone on a yellow-gold band has an estimated value of $750,000. The post Travis Kelce Proposes to Taylor Swift with Cushion-Cut Diamond Ring appeared first on Rapaport.
- GIA Clarifies New Guidelines for Lab-Grown Certificates by Leah Meirovich on 27 August 2025 at 1:05 pm
To earn Premium grade, stones must have D color and at least VVS clarity. The post GIA Clarifies New Guidelines for Lab-Grown Certificates appeared first on Rapaport.