Expert articles on lab-grown diamonds, wholesale sourcing strategies, and the latest trends shaping the jewelry industry.
Old Mine, Old European, Rose Cut, Hexagon, Portuguese, Coffin, Kite and more — a complete guide to antique and rare diamond cuts for jewelers and retailers looking to differentiate their inventory.
Knowing how to source matched pairs of diamonds means specifying four tolerances on the purchase order before any stone ships: diameter within roughly +/-0.1-0.2 mm, color within about one grade, comp
Lab grown diamond wholesale prices, margins, and 2026 market trends — the numbers and context retailers and jewelers need to buy smart this year.
CVD or HPHT — what's the difference and which should you stock? A plain-English guide covering growth methods, quality differences, pricing, and stocking strategy for jewelers.
GIA or IGI — which certification should you stock? A practical comparison of grading systems, pricing, and what the differences mean for your retail business.
A field-tested checklist for retailers adding lab-grown diamonds — covering market data, wholesale sourcing, pricing strategy, staff training, and merchandising best practices.
Pink, yellow, blue, green, orange and black — how to source, certify, price, and sell fancy color lab grown diamonds. A complete guide for jewelry retailers.
Melee diamonds explained — sizing, calibration, quality grading, HPHT vs CVD, cost economics, and how to specify wholesale lab grown melee for your jewelry production line.
A step-by-step guide to reading IGI and GIA diamond certificates — every field from report number to clarity plot explained for jewelry retailers and trade buyers.
