BIZARRE: 3 - What They Never Told You

Botswana president insists on bigger share of diamonds from De Beers venture

Botswana will not back down on demands for a bigger share of rough diamonds from its joint venture with De Beers, President Mokgweetsi Masisi said on Thursday, upping the stakes as talks for a new sales deal appear to be stalling.

Reuters · May 25, 2023

Supercomputers have revealed the giant 'pillars of heat' funnelling diamonds upwards from deep within Earth

Most diamonds are formed deep inside Earth and brought close to the surface in small yet powerful volcanic eruptions of a kind of rock called “kimberlite”.

The Conversation · May 8, 2023

Tiaras rule: discover three contemporary takes marking the coronation of King Charles III

High jewellery houses create special-edition, contemporary tiaras to mark the coronation

Wallpaper · Apr 19, 2023

South Africa mine dam wall collapses, killing 1 and injuring 40

A mine dam wall collapse in South Africa's Free State province swept away houses and cars on Sunday, the provincial government said, killing one person and injuring another 40.

Reuters · Sep 11, 2022

Diamonds have a unique 'fingerprint' that can reveal their origins and tell you if you've bought the real deal

In the gem business, knowing a real diamond from a fake is pretty crucial. Diamonds, just like people, have a unique 'fingerprint' and the technology to map them out is getting more advanced.

ABC News · Aug 15, 2022

Argyle diamond mine's future hangs in balance as Rio Tinto negotiates with traditional owners

After the Juukan Gorge scandal, Rio Tinto and traditional owners are in tough negotiations about what's left behind at Argyle in Western Australia's Kimberley region following 37 years of mining diamonds.

ABC News · Jul 31, 2022

Pro-military symbols adorn shop windows of western brands in Moscow

Salvatore Ferragamo and De Beers branded stores were decked out with pro-military symbols to mark Russia's annual Victory Day parade on Monday, demonstrating how little control high-end retailers have over how their goods are sold in the country.

Reuters · May 9, 2022

Emma Chamberlain wore Maharaja of Patiala's diamond choker to Met Gala 2022

YouTuber Emma Chamberlain, who is the newest brand ambassador of Cartier jewels caught everyone's attention at the Met Gala 2022 dripping in Cartier choker and headband. She wore a custom Louis Vuitton dress for the occasion, but the stunning fact is that she was also wearing a choker from Maharaja…

The Times of India · May 8, 2022

Largest blue diamond ever sold could fetch £36million at auction

The De Beers Cullinan Blue will be sold in a stand-alone sale during Sotheby’s Luxury Week, taking place on Tuesday 27 April at Sotheby’s Hong Kong . Before that, it will go on show around the world

Daily Mirror · Apr 21, 2022

Best wedding rings for men: classic and contemporary bands that symbolise your love

Find The One that will stand the test of time

Evening Standard · Apr 20, 2022