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Augmont Launches Limited Edition ‘Bharat and Beyond’ Silver Coin Kit

Commemorating India’s 75th Republic Day anniversary

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2 years ago

January 26, 2025

Pioneers in the Gold Industry, Augmont is launching limited edition Silver Coin Kit with the theme ‘Bharat and Beyond’ to commemorate India’s 75th Republic Day

Meticulously crafted by Augmont, the ‘Bharat and Beyond Silver Coin Kit’ isn’t just a collector’s item; it is a symbol of the nation’s extraordinary progress, celebrating the milestones in technology, healthcare, education, and infrastructure that have shaped the ‘Bharat’ we see today.

This exclusive ‘Bharat and Beyond Silver Coin Kit’ offers a unique commemorative experience, featuring a 5-gram 999 purity silver coin that symbolises India’s progress, a copy of ‘The Constitution of India’ book by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, reflecting the country’s democratic foundation, and a selection of Augmont goodies, adding a special touch to this.

This thoughtfully curated kit serves as a tribute to India’s achievements while preserving the essence of its cultural and democratic heritage.

Sachin Kothari, Director at Augmont said “The commemorative silver coin kit celebrates India’s (Bharat) advancements over the past decade in sectors such as technology, healthcare, education, and infrastructure.

“It also serves as a symbol to inspire both present and future generations to continue fostering growth and development, carrying forward the flame of innovation.”

The Bharat and Beyond coin design draws inspiration from two iconic symbols of India’s governance and cultural heritage: the recently built New Indian Parliament building and the Sengol.

The New Parliament building, representing India’s vibrant democracy, stands as a symbol of strength, inclusivity, and progress in shaping India’s future. And the Sengol, an ancient symbol of power and justice, reflects India’s rich cultural legacy and the continuity of leadership.

Together, these elements embody Bharat’s journey of growth, bridging its glorious past with its ambitious future as it emerges as a global powerhouse leading innovation in technology, healthcare, education, and infrastructure.

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Belgian Consul General H. E. Mr. Pierre Stverlynck Graces BDB Annual Day

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2 days ago

October 19, 2026

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Event marks 42 years of Incorporation and 16 years of Operations
Recently-appointed Consul-General’s first visit to the Bourse helps strengthen a century-old bond
Long service awards presented to outstanding employees

Bharat Diamond Bourse today marked 42 years of incorporation and 16 years since the commencement of operations at the BDB Complex in BKC with a special programme graced by H. E. Pierre Stverlynck – Consul General of Belgium in Mumbai as Chief Guest and a number of leading diamantaires.

The function was organised to celebrate the crucial roles played both by the visionaries who conceptualised the need for a centralised infrastructure to boost the diamond trade over four decades ago, and the employees who have run the daily operations in a highly efficient and professional manner.

In his Welcome Address, BDB Vice President, Mehul Shah explained the significance of celebrating twin milestones – 42 years of incorporation and 16 years of operations. He said:

“BDB began with a vision and is now the world’s largest operational bourse, and a symbol of India’s leadership in the diamond world and excellence in every aspect of operations.”

He added, “It is significant that the Consul General of Belgium is with us on this special occasion. Antwerp and Mumbai have a very close relationship, going back more than 100 years. Today the two cities have bonds based on trust, trade and friendship. We are committed to strengthening this bond over the next century as well.”

Congratulating the awardees he said that members may be the owners, but it is the staff who run the complex and have helped build it as the “best of the best” centres for diamonds. “Personal integrity combined with hi-tech surveillance have made BDB one of the safest places in the world,” he explained, and urged all present never to forget that “it is the soldiers who fight and win the wars.” Mr Shah offered compliments to all the awardees and congratulated Team BDB.

Speaking on the occasion, Anoop Mehta, President BDB, welcomed Mr Stverlynck who has recently assumed charge as Consul General of Belgium in Mumbai.

“We are sure that this will be the first of many visits to our Bourse,” he said, noting that the Consulate is the nearest neighbour of the complex.

“The BDB leadership has always enjoyed a very special relationship with the Belgian consulate,” he added, “built on the longstanding bonds between the diamond industry in our two countries.”

Mr Mehta said it was heartening that so many employees had remained loyal to the BDB for multiple years, and urged all gathered to reach out through their department heads to put forward suggestions for further changes and improvements

Mr Stverlynck, who was on his first visit to the Bourse after assuming charge as Consul General, said he was extremely impressed with the facilities available for exporters within the complex. Assuring the trade of cooperation and support, he said he was happy to be personally present to celebrate such a remarkable institution as BDB that has become a key pillar of the India diamond industry.

Congratulating the leadership for its role in steering the bourse, as well as those employees who had received long service awards, Mr. Stverlynck said:

“The consolidated knowledge and experience of so many from those at the top to a number of others who contributed in various ways, is an asset to the industry.”

Special long service awards were presented to employees who completed special milestones during the year. These included 30-year, 25-, 15-, 10- and 5-year service awards to a few employees.