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

Jewellery & Watch Show Abu Dhabi to showcase different diamond cuts from Nov 1-5, 2023

18 october 2023

The Jewellery & Watch Show Abu Dhabi has continuously pushed the frontiers of style and creativity thanks to its unmatched prestige as the region's finest luxury jewellery and watch exhibition.

This year's event looks to be no different, providing a rare chance for attendees to explore the creativity and attractiveness of different marvellous creations and numerous diamond cuts, each of which showcases the expertise of the world's top jewellery designers.

Visitors can experience the world of the finest jewellery and diamonds on November 1-5, 2023, and immerse yourself in the spotlight, unveiling the various diamond cuts and boundless creativity in crafting exceptional jewellery pieces.

Among the distinguished exhibitors at the upcoming Jewellery & Watch Show Abu Dhabi this November, Amarkosh Jewels LLP, is set to be a highlight. Moreover, to discover the dazzling collections of other renowned exhibitors like Blue Diamond, Haya’s Diamond, Jawhara Jewellery LLC, Luxury Gems, Diamond Trading DMCC/ Nsouli, and more as they highlight their stunning diamond jewellery, and exquisite watch designs.

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