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...

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James Campbell: Botswana Diamonds optimistic as it enters uncharted territory of using AI for mineral exploration

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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...

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Paul Zimnisky: China key for sustained recovery in demand for natural diamonds, prices

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23 september 2024

Vladimir Pilyushin: The jewelry market is not stand-alone and moves by the same laws as other markets

Vladimir Pilyushin is editor-in-chief of Russian Jeweler, a leading magazine about the jewelry industry in Russia. He told Rough&Polished about his view on the evolution of the jewelry industry in Russia and touched upon some of its problems.

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India's 'Solitario' brand enters the Spanish market

30 june 2023

A leading luxury jewellery brand from India that offers lab-grown diamonds has entered the Spanish market by launching a flagship store in Marbella. The store at La Selva of the Puente Romano Hotel was launched with the showcase of an exclusive diamond jewellery collection ‘Sí by Solitario’.

Commenting on the launch, Ricky Hiro Vasandani, co-founder of Solitario said, “We are thrilled to bring Solitario’s sustainable diamonds to Spain. Our creations epitomize the perfect blend of luxury, craftsmanship, and ethical responsibility.”

“Solitario offers sustainable diamonds – no mining, no emissions, no guilt. We invite jewellery enthusiasts and advocates of sustainable living to explore the Sí by Solitario collection and join us in our pursuit of a more ethical and sparkling future,” he added.

Founded by Ricky Hiro Vasandani, actor Vivek Oberoi and Satish Daryanani, Solitario claims to be the first luxury brand specializing in lab-grown diamonds. It sells through its flagship stores across India.

Aruna Gaitonde, Editor in Chief of the Asian Bureau, Rough & Polished