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New World Record Prices Set at Christie’s Geneva Auction

By Erika W. Highlights from Christie's May 18 Sale Three new world record prices were achieved at Christies Magnificent Jewels sale in Geneva. The top lot sold was a D IF Type IIa heart-shaped diamond weighing 56.15 carats. The massive heart was sold to Graff for $10,946,422 setting a new record as the most ex...

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Emerald and Diamond Tiara Sets World Auction Record

By Erika W. Last night, an emerald and diamond tiara broke auction records at Sotheby's Magnificent and Noble Jewels sale in Geneva. The rare tiara, which was estimated to sell for $5-10 million, sold for $12.7 million-the highest price ever realized for a tiara at auction. Another top seller was a 10.99 carat ...

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Cuff Links – Animal Style

By Erika W. Gift Ideas for Father's Day Father's Day is just a month away-Sunday, June 19. Wondering what to get Dad? Creative cuff links may do the trick for Dads who enjoy a bit of fun and frivolity in the form of jewelry. Does Dad have a favorite animal? Get inspired by the beasts below. Piggy Cuff L...

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Diamond Prices News Roundup – May 2011

By Erika W. Retail Diamond Price Increases Pricescope updates the Diamond Price Chart every month to illustrate actual retail diamond prices for consumers. This month, the chart reflects an average 2% retail price increase for most carat weights. Pricescope Updated Diamond Price Chart Updated 5/01/2011, the ...

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Rosebery pearl and diamond tiara to be auctioned at Christie’s

By Erika W. The Rosebery pearl and diamond tiara, bracelet and brooch will highlight Christie's Important Jewels sale on June 8. The jewels, which belonged to Hannah, Countess of Rosebery, feature sizable natural pearls and clusters of diamonds-epitomizing the grandeur of Victorian court adornment. The tiara is...

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Jewel of the Week – Bezel Diamond Stud Earrings

By Erika W. Fabulous Jewelry Shared by Pricescope Members This week's featured jewel is a pair of bezel diamond stud earrings posted by kittybean. Thanks everyone for posting your gorgeous jewelry in the Show Me the Bling forum! Posted by kittybean Ooh, Shiny--1.23 ct Bezel Milgrain Studs! Kittybean's...

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Irene Neuwirth Launches Diamond Collection

By Erika W. Irene Neuwirth is known for her vivid gem concoctions featuring colored stones like chrysoprase, pink opal and moonstone. At the urging of Barneys, the designer has launched her first diamond line, which combines her fresh simplicity with dazzling sparkle. The collection showcases bezeled rose cut d...

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Refunds, Buyback, Trade-up and Trade-in

In choosing a diamond dealer or jeweler, many people are interested in the possibility of trading in their stone at some time in the future. This is part of the value added sales pitch for a significant percentage of the jewelers and evaluating these programs can be remarkably difficult. I’ll try to narrow it do...

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