Start-up Marathon Fusion claims record lab-made gold output, but doubts remain
Marathon Fusion says its fusion-based method turned mercury into gold at a record rate. The claim has not been independently checked and is far from commercial use.
GIA acquires 2,665-piece gem inclusion collection built by John Koivula
GIA has taken over a 2,665-piece collection of gems, crystals and minerals with unusual inclusions, assembled by John Koivula. A selection goes on show in Tucson in February 2027.
Lab-grown diamond jewelry sales reach an estimated $23.8 billion in 2025
Diamond analyst Edahn Golan, working with Eyal Axelrod of Lexa International, puts 2025 worldwide spending on lab-grown diamond jewelry at roughly $23.8 billion.
Taylor Swift swapped bridal heels for sneakers at her wedding reception
A Page Six insider says Taylor Swift changed into sneakers for part of her wedding party with Travis Kelce. Her ceremony gown was custom Dior by Jonathan Anderson.
JCK says DiamondTok is making loose diamond purchases more impulsive
A JCK column argues that DiamondTok is changing how people buy loose diamonds. The writer contrasts it with the slow, research-heavy approach they saw while working in retail.
Alyssa Choo and Erik Lowe marry at Villa Balbiano on Lake Como
A couple who met on a dating app during the pandemic in New York married at a lakeside villa in Italy. Their wedding weekend lasted three days, with 54 guests.
September Birthstone: Sapphire Meaning and Guide
Sapphire is the September birthstone. Learn its colors, meaning, hardness, common treatments and care, plus how to choose sapphire jewelry.
November Birthstone: Topaz and Citrine Guide
November has two birthstones: topaz and citrine. Learn their colors, hardness, common treatments and care before you choose November birthstone jewelry.
June Birthstone: Pearl, Alexandrite and Moonstone
June has three birthstones: pearl, alexandrite and moonstone. Compare their colors, meaning, hardness and care to choose the right June birthstone.
Birthstones by Month: Complete Birthstone Chart
Find your birthstone with this month-by-month chart, see typical colors and which months have two or three stones, and learn how to choose birthstone jewelry.
Adam Brody says his 2013 proposal to Leighton Meester deserved more romance
Adam Brody admits he still regrets how plain his 2013 proposal to Leighton Meester was. He opened up about it, and offered some advice, on Dax Shepard's Armchair Expert podcast.
Dubai Diamond Conference calls for a strategic reset in natural diamonds
Industry leaders at the seventh Dubai Diamond Conference said the natural diamond business needs a broad rethink. The event took place Oct. 26 during Dubai Diamond Week.
Seattle couple marries in her parents' backyard with Ralph Lauren and rom-com flair
Vogue Weddings featured the three-day Seattle wedding of Sara Walker and Joe Ratliffe, whose families have been linked for over 40 years.