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Artist Questions Ownership of Diamonds Through New Philosophy

by Agustina Tapia

In the 24-hour day of a single diamond, a 90-year human life lasts only 0.0026 seconds—forty times faster than a blink. A Canadian visual artist has launched a philosophical framework to address the relationship between human life and natural diamonds, asking whether ownership of the stones is possible at all. Reena Ahluwalia introduced the Billion-Year Paradox concept in a two-part series, framing the stone not as property but as a…

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Bliss now sells only gold pieces set with natural diamonds and colored gemstones. Bliss is tightening its business structure within the Damiani group to keep a clear brand identity while aiming for growth. After trimming its collections, the label now sells only gold pieces set with natural diamonds and colored gemstones, and it is expanding a sales network that is 90% Italian. The move follows a market trend toward specialization…

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Guangzhou balances heritage and modernity in Liwan District

by Macarena Aguilera

Liwan District’s qilou walkways, modeled after Southeast Asia’s five-foot paths, still echo with the trade history of the Maritime Silk Road. Guangzhou’s character thrives in its contrasts: towering skyscrapers cast shadows over narrow alleys where time moves to the slow cadence of Cantonese opera. In Liwan District, the city’s historic core, tradition is not just preserved but actively lived. The aroma of freshly steamed cheung fun mingles with the murmur…

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DMCC records $41.7B in diamond trade through Dubai in 2025

Dubai's diamond trade hits record $41.7B in 2025, surpassing 2011 numbers with...

Constanza Contreras • Sep 5, 2026 • Heirloom Stories

DMCC records $41.7B in diamond trade through Dubai in 2025

D MCC records $41.7B in diamond trade through Dubai in 2025 Dubai’s diamond trade hit a record high of USD 41.7 billion in 2025, surpassing the previous record set in 2011. According to data from Dubai Customs, the total...

trade volume also reached a historic 359.5 million carats, marking the first time the emirate has posted record numbers for both value and physical volume in the same year. Total diamond trade value across all categories rose 16.2% year-on-year, climbing...

New Report Highlights Industry Trends

Jewelry industry trends report highlights rise of social media influence and customization...

Constanza Contreras • Sep 1, 2026 • Event Sparkle

New Report Highlights Industry Trends

N ew Report Highlights Industry Trends The customer journey is becoming increasingly digital, but the purchase experience remains deeply personal, according to Nick Gurney, general manager of Jewel360. A new report by the company highlights key trends shaping the...

gem industry, including the rise of social media influence and customization. Jewel360's State of the Jewelry Industry Report combines transaction data with insights from independent jewellers, primarily from the U.S. and Canada. The report found that while the customer journey...

Defining Men’s Jewelry Trends Today

Discover the latest men's jewelry trends today. Explore how bracelets, rings, and...

Constanza Contreras • Aug 29, 2026 • Heirloom Stories

Defining Men’s Jewelry Trends Today

D efining Men's Jewelry Trends Today Men are wearing more jewelry than ever, moving beyond simple wedding bands and watches to adopt a wider range of accessories. This shift reflects a growing comfort among men with self-purchasing and wearing...

pieces that express personal style rather than just function. Designers are responding by creating items that balance detailed aesthetics with durability, leading to a surge in popularity for styles that were once considered feminine or purely decorative. [1] Bracelets are...

August Etched in Stone

August Etched in Stone The month of August is uniquely adorned with not one, but three gemstones: peridot, sardonyx, and spinel. This wealth of birthstones sets August apart from most other months,...

Thieves hit two jewellery stores in smash-and-grab spree

Jewelry store thefts surge with smash-and-grab tactics in Canada, exposing security risks...

Agustina Tapia • Aug 26, 2026 • Bridal Edit

Thieves hit two jewellery stores in smash-and-grab spree

T hieves hit two jewellery stores in smash-and-grab spree Two jewellery stores—one in Nova Scotia, another in Quebec—were hit by thieves within weeks of each other. The methods couldn’t have been more different: a quiet distraction in a small-town...

shop, and a violent smash-and-grab in Montreal that ended with an SUV lodged inside the store. The contrast between the two incidents shows how criminal tactics adapt to their environments, with thieves exploiting vulnerabilities unique to each location. In Yarmouth,...