Belgium's HRD Antwerp laboratory has declared it will no longer grade lab-created diamonds in a bid to create a clearer distinction between ‘natural and synthetic diamonds’.

In recent weeks, a special report has highlighted ongoing tensions on the board of Swiss watch manufacturer Swatch.

Australian jewellers are encouraged to enter the Museums Victoria Gold Jewellery Acquisitive Prize, a new competition.

The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has confirmed the appointment of Pritesh Patel as its new president and CEO.