Global gold jewellery demand dropped by 6 percent to 519.8 tonnes in the first quarter of the year, according to the latest Gold Demand Trends report of the World Gold Council (WGC).

An underperforming diamond mining sector would adversely impact Zimbabwe’s growth prospects, Finance Minister Tendai Biti warned recently.

The Italian Ministry of Economic Development, Confindustria Federorafi and the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) recently entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to work cooperatively on advancing their shared objectives to improve social, environmental and labour practices and good governance in the Italian jewellery sector.

Andrew W. Hart has been promoted to the newly created position of Senior Vice President – Diamonds and Gemstones at Tiffany & Co, the luxury jewellery retailer announced recently.

Fiera di Vicenza (FDV) and the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) recently entered into a partnership agreement that aims to encourage exchanges between two active markets in the jewellery and luxury sector.

Diamond miner Alrosa reported 23.6 percent year-on-year increase in diamond revenue, with 2011 sales totalling $4 billion, according to the company’s investor presentation released yesterday.

French-Thai jeweller Anyallerie debuted her Cherry Blossom Collection at Lane Crawford Hong Kong.

US broadcast shopping network Jewelry Television (JTV) kicks off today its three-day event showcasing a fine variety of Tanzanite jewellery.

As part of the Diamond Jubilee, The Royal Collection is showcasing precious jewels that chart the history of the British monarchs during the last 200 years. Among the many stunners of the exhibition is the famed Cullinan Diamond.

Gel-Pak, a leading manufacturer of gel-coated boxes, trays and films in the US, has introduced a new line of boxes designed for the the jewellery industry.