London Diamond Bourse adopts “synthetic diamond” terminology as best practice for all members
Press Release For immediate release, 2nd September 2026 London Diamond Bourse adopts “synthetic diamond” terminology as best practice for all member
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ALONG A GRAVEL ROAD FROM ABIDJAN TO TORTIYA
As the industry moves toward a future defined by blockchain and end-to-end traceability, we often forget the rugged origins of the stones we trade. Following hi
Ethics, Traceability and Who Gets Left Behind – By Alan Cohen
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.
A message from the President of The London Diamond Bourse David Troostwyk
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
Anonymous listing platforms are dictating the future of our trade, and we’re all looking the other way – by David Troostwyk
For centuries, the diamond trade has stood as a symbol of enduring value, rooted in craftsmanship, human expertise, and relationships built over generations. Bu
REINVENTING A LEGACY DIAMOND BOURSE, GALVANSING IT FOR THE FUTURE
‘We have so much knowledge, expertise, and passion spread across different sectors—miners, manufacturers, traders, jewellers—but no single place where we
London Diamond Bourse Welcomes Rosamond Clayton
for Insightful Presentation on Valuing as a Career Path
London, 22nd January 2025 – On Tuesday, 21st September, the London Diamond Bourse (LDB) had the honour of hosting an exclusive presentation by Rosamond Clayto
Alan Cohen Receives Prestigious 2024 NAJ Chair’s Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Jewellery Industry
Honesty. Integrity. Professionalism Alan Cohen Receives Prestigious 2024 NAJ Chair’s Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Jewellery Industry The N
Jewellery Appraisers and Experts: Unsung Heroes in Financial Crime Investigations
By Mehdi Saadian When people imagine jewellery appraisers, they typically picture us in elegant showrooms or working for insurance companies, meticulously evalu