The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) announced today that Hope Belgium NV, the Antwerp-based diamond trader and polishing manufacturer, has achieved certification by meeting the ethical, social and environmental standards established by the RJC’s Member Certification System. “RJC congratulates Hope Belgium NV on its certification. The completion of the verification assessment was conducted by Stefaan Beirens from WF&Co., one of [...]

 Diamond in the Rough (http://www.diamondintherough.com) has one simple goal: to disrupt the world of diamond jewelry.  It’s with this in mind that they re-launch their e-commerce store, making rough diamo nd jewelry available for purchase anywhere in the United States. The new website aims to educate consumers on the beauty of diamonds in their natural form, and showcase Diamond in [...]

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If a new national survey from Sears of more than 1,000 men and women is any indication, Valentine’s Day 2012 will be a date to remember for many couples. A full 40 percent of the men and women in relationships say they expect or are planning to get engaged on February 14 this year, according to the survey, conducted [...]

“As you are all aware, this evening is a special event for us as it marks not only the beginning of a New Year in which we will start a new Supplier of Choice contract, but it is also the first time that Philippe and Cynthia join us at a January cocktail, and of course it is [...]

Today, while the United States and other countries are scrambling to balance budgets, print more money and cook their books to stabilize the world’s economy, “gold continues to shine with everlasting beauty, and as the new old dollar!” said Phil Mulloy, Owner of Mulloys Fine Jewelry. “For centuries gold has been a proven, stable investment against inflation and [...]

Al ong with flowers, candy and a romantic dinner out, jewelry will again be one of the most popular ways to say “I love you” this Valentine’s Day.  Last year, consumers spent an estimated $3.5 billion on Valentine’s Day jewelry, according to the National Retail Federation. Consumer spending is expected to be up this year, [...]