Articles – Polished Diamonds
World Diamond Council Calls for Stronger Commitment to Kimberley Process
The World Diamond Council (WDC) has joined calls from nongovernmental organizations urging governments to strengthen their commitment to the Kimberley Process.
BAIN & CO.: GLOBAL SALES FOR LUXURY JEWELERS, WATCHES TO FALL BY 18%
Worldwide sales of luxury goods are expected to decline this year by 8 percent to US$229 billion (€153 billion), reports Bain & Co.'s 8th edition of its annual "Luxury Goods Worldwide Markety" study. The company's findings do not bode well for the jewelry, watches and other hard luxury items category, sales of which the study forecasts will decline by 18 percent.
Different Types of Diamond Cuts
The process of cutting the diamond is also essential when determining its cost, quality, and value.
