The portrait cut, which produces a thin, flat stone, has enchanted a new generation of designers and clients. By Tanya Dukes The main attraction of any diamond is its eye-catching sparkle. Or is it?

According to the public relations of IMIDRO, the event will be held by Iran’s Gemstone Industry Development Department (one of IMIDRO’s subsidiaries) in order to identify and encourage artisans, ...

Jean-Noel Soni, who specializes in colored stones, said he tries to give each one a shape that “maintains the crystal’s integrity.” By Tanya Dukes See more of our coverage in your search ...

Rubies, emeralds and tourmalines can only sparkle with the right cut. Since early this year, a fully automatic machine has undertaken this grinding process one gem cutter. It saves up to 30 percent of ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover upmarket jewelry, timepieces & ethical, sustainable jewelry. This article is more than 3 years old. Exceedingly beautiful ...