De Beers shines light on budding jewellery designers

Diamond giant De Beers will this year conduct its bi-annual Shining Light Awards jewellery design competition. De Beers beneficiation manager Kagiso Fredericks told Rough & Polished's Mathew Nyaungwa in an exclusive interview they set aside 4.5 carats...

22 july 2024

DiaMondaine Diamantaires Club mulls diamond safari tours in southern Africa

DiaMondaine Diamantaires Club (DDC) is set to organise diamond safari tours in southern Africa, home to major diamond-producing countries. DDC founder Agnes Abdulahu told Rough&Polished’s Mathew Nyaungwa that the launch of the first diamond safari...

15 july 2024

Vladislav Zhdanov: Questions of efficiency and investment potential of diamond mining versus diamond growing pique keen interest

Vladislav Zhdanov is Professor at the National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE). He told Rough&Polished about new researches into the effectiveness of diamond production methods.

02 july 2024

Why it's expensive to cut and polish diamonds in Africa? ADMA president António Oliveira has the answer

The African Diamond Manufacturers Association (ADMA) president António Oliveira told Rough&Polished’s Mathew Nyaungwa in an exclusive interview that the lack of a robust infrastructure in Africa fails to accelerate and encourage manufacturing...

24 june 2024

Edahn Golan: IPO feasible but not Anglo’s preferred way to sell De Beers

Edahn Golan, owner of the eponymous Edahn Golan Diamond Research and Data, told Rough&Polished's Mathew Nyaungwa in an exclusive interview that while an IPO of De Beers is “feasible,"  he does not think this is a route Anglo American...

17 june 2024

PGI unveils the new collection named 'Men of Platinum'

11 august 2023

Platinum Guild International (PGI) India's 'Men of Platinum' proudly continues to celebrate the indomitable spirit of men of character. 'Men of Platinum' Collection boasts a design language that is both unique and meaningful.

Each intricate element is thoughtfully embedded with significance, reflecting the values and qualities of the exceptional men it represents.

From distinct patterns to symbolic motifs, every piece is woven around the narrative of character, resilience, courage, compassion & inclusivity making it more than just a statement of style, but a powerful expression of identity and purpose.

Elements such as colour, diamonds, and bold disruptions in form speak to these values. The new Men of Platinum collection offers a wide range of versatile platinum pieces for men, including chains, pendants, and wristwear.

Platinum, with its inherent values, instantly elevates the wearer's style, making a subtle yet distinct statement.

The Men of Platinum jewellery range showcases intricate designs that effortlessly transition from leisure Sunday brunch to curated business dinner settings.

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