Diamond jewelry has captivated us with its beauty and elegance for centuries
Jewelry has been an important part of human culture for thousands of years. From ancient civilizations to modern times, jewelry has been
Hope Diamond, which inspired “The Heart of the Ocean” in “Titanic”, cursed?
The Hope Diamond was the stuff of fantasy for the richest of people, before its cursed nature tarnished its reputation. But what
Diamond trade: a look behind the scenes of an introverted industry
What is so special about the diamond trade? 7 aspects under the magnifying glass.
Namibia: Kolmanskop, a former diamond town, abandoned for 60 years
Image: Kolmanskop – nationalgeographic.com In Namibia, Kolmanskop, a town formerly run by German settlers, has been abandoned since 1958. Today, tourists visit
Antwerp’s rich diamond history
Antwerp is known throughout the world for its expertise in diamonds. The majority of the world’s minerals pass through the streets of
Most scandalous diamonds in history – part 2
Over the centuries, important diamonds have been known to contribute to salacious scandals and the downfall of dynasties, even death. Here, a
Most scandalous diamonds in history – part 1
The $40 million Princie Diamond isn’t the only big-ticket sparkler that has provoked legal battles and family upheaval. Over the centuries, important
History of the Tel Aviv diamond exchange
The Tel Aviv Diamond Exchange, known locally as the ‘Bursa’, is the world’s largest diamond trading complex. The Exchange employs over 15,000
Tavernier, king of the gem trade in the 17th century
Image: Les six voyages de Jean-Baptiste Tavernier – Bibliothèque Numérique Mondiale Jean-Baptiste Tavernier was a great traveler and French pioneer of trade
Antwerp diamond industry during “the Great War” – part 4
Image: Militairespectator.nl – Belgian army in World War 1 Should you have missed parts 1 and/or 2 and/or 3, here where’s to