Ethics, Traceability and Who Gets Left Behind Martin Rapaport has stepped down from RapNet and is launching a new platform built around fully tracked diamonds. On the face of it, the aim is hard to argue with: promoting natural diamonds …
Dear Members,
As we step into this new year (New Membership year and Jewish new Year) together, I want to pause for a moment to reflect on the year gone by and to thank each and every one of you …
For centuries, the diamond trade has stood as a symbol of enduring value, rooted in craftsmanship, human expertise, and relationships built over generations. But today, beneath the surface of the global industry, a quiet upheaval is unfolding. While much attention …
‘We have so much knowledge, expertise, and passion spread across different sectors—miners, manufacturers, traders, jewellers—but no single place where we can come together efficiently.’
I never set out to be President of the …
London, 22nd January 2025 – On Tuesday, 21st September, the London Diamond Bourse (LDB) had the honour of hosting an exclusive presentation by Rosamond Clayton, a prominent figure in the world of jewellery valuation, to its members, GIA students, and …
Honesty. Integrity. Professionalism
Alan Cohen Receives Prestigious 2024 NAJ Chair’s Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Jewellery Industry
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) proudly announced Alan Cohen as the recipient of the 2024 NAJ Chair’s Award, presented at the …
By Mehdi Saadian
When people imagine jewellery appraisers, they typically picture us in elegant showrooms or working for insurance companies, meticulously evaluating the worth of diamonds, gemstones, and other high-end pieces. But behind the scenes, our skills are also indispensable …
London Diamond Bourse Announces New Council of Management
The London Diamond Bourse (LDB) held its Annual General Meeting on May 23rd, marking an election year that welcomed two new members to the Council of Management and bid farewell to three …
FOR RELEASE – WEDNESDAY 1ST MAY 2024
London Diamond Bourse Secures a Promising Future with a 10-Year Lease Renewal in Historic Hatton Garden
London, 1st May 2024 – The London Diamond Bourse (LDB) proudly announces the successful renewal …
The first two blogs in this series have been more about the foundations and fundamentals to a longer-term marketing strategy and plan. In this final blog, I cover what most people think about when they think anout marketing nowadays – …
The London Diamond Bourse praises the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) for upholding the Natural Diamond Council’s complaint against SkyDiamond for misleading marketing …
In the first blog, I covered some of marketing’s fundamentals: audience, brand, and tone of voice. In this one, I move on to look at your website and content and why they are important.
In a digital age, where people …
4th March 2024
Dear Members & industry colleagues,
The UK Government has published their Guidance regarding the Import of third Country Processed Russian Diamonds. Read Here
In order to continue to Import Polished Diamonds to the UK we suggest …
PRESS RELEASE
For publication on:
21st February 2024
London Diamond Bourse launches Diamond Manufacturing Course
London, UK – 21st February 2024 – Following the success of the CPD Accredited Practical Diamond Knowledge (PDK) course launched in 2022, there was a …
In medical circles, there’s a darkly humorous saying: “The operation was a success, but the patient died.” *
Similarly, in military strategy, there’s a parallel sentiment: No battle plan survives initial contact with the enemy. They emphasize that “the opposing …
In my former career, I ran the client team for a marketing agency. We looked after clients across a variety of sectors from interiors e-commerce firms through to the Waitrose Farm. Whilst they all used marketing in different ways and …
Dear Dragons’ Den team, BBC and BBC Studios Productions,
We are writing to you to express our concerns regarding comments about natural and synthetic diamonds on the 26th of January episode of the BBC Dragons’ Den.
Usage of misleading …
By Alan Cohen, President, London Diamond Bourse
Reflecting on the ongoing G7 sanctions on Russian diamonds and its expected impact on an already shaky diamond and jewellery market, I am reminded of an …
London Diamond Bourse Announces Changes in Leadership: Joint Presidency and Historic Appointment of First Female Vice President
London, January 18, 2024 – The London Diamond Bourse is pleased to announce significant changes within its Council of Management, aimed at ensuring …
On May 12th the London Diamond Bourse held its first in person Annual General Meeting since 2019. An election year, the meeting greeted four new members to the Council of Management and elected a new Vice-President, David Troostwyk.
Alan Cohen, …
April 2022 – British Academy of Jewellery and Lewis Malka collaborate for innovative engagement ring design and manufacturing contest, winners’ work to be exhibited at the London Diamond Bourse
As part of the Academy’s ongoing efforts to provide our students …
A coalition of leading trade bodies and membership organisations, known as the Jeweller Support Network, is now operating to support the jewellery trade.
Press Release: 7 April 2020
Leading jewellery industry organisations and membership bodies have united to form the
Dear Members,
‘The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) has lent its support to https://www.get-diamonds.com/ to list your diamonds’ (please See attached letter).
You can begin the registration process within the slots assigned to each country. We suggest …
…London Diamond Bourse along with Rami Baron, Member of the Executive Council, WFDB host Young Diamantaires meeting. The group discussed industry issues and what is being done to help the trade on a global level and put various other initiatives
While cut determines a diamond’s dazzle, romantic allure and lasting value, knowledge of specific diamond shapes is essential for appreciating cut. Take a look at the following guide….
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ASSURE PROGRAM
Testing Program for Diamond Verification Instruments
The ASSURE Program has developed a universal standard to test the performance of Diamond Verification Instruments in a consistent manner.
A Diamond Verification Instrument is a device used to separate and/or identify …
“If you’re shopping for a diamond engagement ring, you’ve probably heard about diamond fluorescence, along with varying opinions about its pros and cons. Let’s dig into a few common myths about fluorescence and D-to-Z color diamonds.”
from Gia magazine…
As a joint initiative between the London Diamond Bourse and the Insolvency Service this document deals with the issue of companies purporting to offer diamonds as an investment.
This consumer advice seeks to outline the working practices of companies that …
