Sothesby’s will auction off a stunningly rare blue diamond in April. The rare beauty is expected to sell for up to $5.8 million, says Sothesby’s auction house. The diamond is pear-shaped, flawless, and 5.16 carats. It is the first blue diamond to be auctioned from the De Beers Millennium Jewels Collection. The Collection was unveiled [...]

The topic of diamond prices is a hot one in today’s economic climate, but not all diamonds are equal. Polished diamonds differ in their current financial than rough diamonds. The current buyer’s market for polished gems reflects the fact that polished diamonds have not picked up in price the way rough diamonds have. Due to [...]

This year, Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to “pop the question”, and not just because of the holiday’s romantic nature. Diamond prices remain at very affordable rates, though they are not expected to stay at the current cost levels. Due to plenty of supply and a decreased demand, diamonds are hovering at very accessible price points. [...]