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Dmitry Fedorov: I want our jewelry to be displayed at a museum in the future
Dmitry Fedorov is the founder of the eponymous jewelry house. His main focus is the creation of Orthodox-inspired premium luxury jewelry of high artistic merit. He told Rough&Polished about his journey in the jewelry industry, about choosing the ‘Orthodox...
28 october 2024
Responsible business practices ‘no longer optional’, says WDC President Feriel Zerouki
The president of the World Diamond Council takes time out of her busy schedule to tell Rough&Polished readers about the critical work of the WDC. Zerouki, the first female present of the body, which includes all the important industry organizations among...
14 october 2024
James Campbell: Botswana Diamonds optimistic as it enters uncharted territory of using AI for mineral exploration
London-listed Botswana Diamonds has expressed optimism about the company’s use of artificial intelligence (AI) to scan the exploration database in Botswana to look for new mineralised deposits. Company managing director James Campbell told Rough...
07 october 2024
Artur Salyakayev: For me, happiness is freedom to make my ideas happen and create valuable products
Artur Salyakayev is an art entrepreneur, founder of the International Jewelry Academy (IJA) and the INCRUA jewelry company. He has initiated and developed successful projects in jewelry industry and services sector. He is also a leading expert...
30 september 2024
Paul Zimnisky: China key for sustained recovery in demand for natural diamonds, prices
The curtailing of upstream and midstream natural diamond production in the past months is starting to have an effect on prices, according to the New-York-based independent diamond and jewellery analyst and consultant, Paul Zimnisky. He told Rough & Polished’s...
23 september 2024
Kunming Diamonds appoints Rahul Jauhari as Director - Sales & Marketing
Rahul Jauhari, an enterprising leader, has an impeccable track record of 17 years in the Gem & Jewellery industry. Business Development, branding, and strategy are some of his core expertise. He is a firm believer that sustainability and traceability are key to the future of our industry. His experience, know-how, network, proactive and futuristic business outlook make him ideally suited to spearhead the company’s plans.
“Natural fancy-colored diamonds are truly the epitome of luxury; the ultimate indulgence one can possess. I am very excited about the opportunities and challenges that this new role offers”- said Rahul Jauhari.
Kunming Diamonds’ Managing Director Ajay Maheshwari said, “The true potential of natural fancy-colored diamonds remains untapped. We at Kunming Diamonds, are committed to making this category the engine for future growth with the help of innovative marketing and technology. We look forward to having Rahul as part of the Kunming family.”
Kunming Diamonds was incorporated in 1987 and is one of the world’s leading natural fancy colored diamond companies with a global presence. They are among a handful of companies that are the Authorized Partner of Argyle Pink Diamonds. It is also a member of Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), Natural Color Diamond Association (NCDIA), and a certified member of Fancy Color Research Foundation (FCRF).