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G7 traceability mechanism implementation delayed for a second time
Plans to support diamond sanctions on Russia with a blockchain-backed traceability mechanism have been delayed for a second time.The G7 and EU nations originally intended to implement the scheme on 1 September 2024, but in June 2024 it was put back to March 2025. And last week it was delayed again, until 1 January 2026.
The announcement was made last week in the 16th sanctions package against Russia, marking the third anniversary of its invasion of Ukraine.The postponement has been widely welcomed within the industry, where many feel the introduction would otherwise be rushed and poorly planned.

The Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC) said an additional 10 months would give diamond companies time to prepare properly. The new sanctions package also requires diamond traders importing rough diamonds of mixed origin to present a Kimberley Process certificate listing all countries of origin “At this stage, there is still considerable uncertainty about how the traceability system will function and how it will be governed, and the G7 must first clarify these aspects,” said CEO Karen Rentmeesters
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Love, Light, and Legacy: Jacob & Co. Unveils the $3.4m Angel Cut Diamond Watch
Forget everything you thought you knew about diamonds being just…sparkly. Jacob & Co. has decided to flip the script—and in true high-drama fashion, it’s not just about shine anymore, it’s about storytelling carved in stone. To mark its 40th anniversary, the maison introduces something that feels less like a gemstone and more like a manifesto: the Angel Cut. Not a remix. Not a tweak. A full-blown reinvention of how a diamond catches light—and attention.
The Angel Cut is defined by its distinctive lozenge-shaped table within a rectangular form with cut corners, designed to precisely control the movement of light. This unique geometry creates a refined, dimensional glow rather than intense sparkle, resulting in a look that is fluid, balanced, and architectural.
Meticulous calibration of crown height, pavilion depth, and facet alignment enhances internal reflection while ensuring even light distribution. By minimizing extinction and softening contrast, the cut produces a seamless, continuous radiance. Its sophisticated optical performance makes it especially effective in low-light settings, such as diamond-set watch cases, where consistent luminosity is essential.
At the heart of this innovation is Jacob Arabo himself. The Angel Cut isn’t just a technical flex; it’s a love letter. Inspired by his wife Angela, the design holds exactly 37 facets—a subtle, intimate nod to their 37-year journey together. In an industry obsessed with carats and clarity, this is something rarer: emotion engineered into geometry.
It’s this duality—precision and passion—that gives the Angel Cut its edge. It exists at the intersection of science and sentiment, where cold, calculated angles somehow translate into warmth, memory, and meaning.
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