In a world that’s constantly evolving, the jewellery industry has found itself at the crossroads of tradition and technology. As consumer behaviours shift and market dynamics change, the need for productive discussions around these transformations has never been more urgent.
Among the distinguished members of the beryl gem family, including emerald and aquamarine – morganite stands out for its romantic blush hues and refined elegance. Though not as commercially celebrated as its green and blue counterparts, morganite has steadily gained
The International Institute of Gemology (IIG) recently conducted a two-day industrial visit to Surat for its diamond and jewellery students, an initiative carefully designed to take learning beyond textbooks and into the rhythm of real industry. IIG has long maintained
The India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is being rightly celebrated as a landmark moment for our gems and jewellery industry. In simple terms, the EU will eliminate import duties (2.5- 4%) on Indian gems and jewellery, giving Indian manufacturers access
The ever evolving Gem and Jewellery industry surprises us with rare gemstones speaking truths of about a million years, is now introducing another new chapter in it’s history of sparkle. This isn’t the fire of a diamond or the glow
Among the many gemstones studied in gemology, amethyst holds a unique position. While widely recognised for its violet beauty and status as February’s birthstone, amethyst is far more than an ornamental stone. From an educational and geological perspective, it is
Once a name known primarily to scientists, osmium is now entering serious conversations within the global luxury and jewellery ecosystem. Rare to the point of near-myth, visually striking, and grounded in rigorous science, osmium is increasingly being recognised as the
The diamond industry is evolving rapidly—driven by transparency demands, informed consumers, digital retail, and global compliance standards. In this changing landscape, surface-level knowledge is no longer enough. Professionals are expected to understand diamonds not just by appearance, but by structure,
By: International Institute of Gemology (IIG) Introduction: Discovering the World’s Last Precious Metal What if there was a precious metal so rare, so distinct, that it could be described as the world’s last precious metal? A metal once known only
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