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GJS April Edition 2024 will cater to 350+ exhibitors, across 600+ booths; 10,000+ visitors expected

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April 1, 2024

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The main highlight of the GJS April 2024 Show: the convergence of all range of jewellery players under one roof. Networking events and interactive seminars will facilitate knowledge exchange regarding ongoing jewellery demand trends and the potential for new launches in the upcoming season. All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) is set to host the much-anticipated press conference unveiling details for the 5th edition of its flagship event, India Gems and Jewellery Show (GJS), scheduled from 2nd to 5th April 2024, at Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. Esteemed members of the board of directors will be present to share insights into this highly anticipated event.

Renowned as #HumaraApnaShow, the GJS is a B2B exhibition which has solidified its reputation as a ‘must-attend’ for those seeking future growth opportunities within the industry.

The show will cater to 350+ exhibitors, across 600+ booths, 10,000 plus visitors, and 2,000 plus Room – nights for the premium buyers. GJS consists exhibitors of Gold Jewellery, Diamond / Studded Jewellery, Couture & Antique Jewellery, Silver Jewellery and Artifacts, Lab Grown Diamonds, Gemstones, Allied and Machinery.

GJC has diligently ensured that every aspect of the event is meticulously organized, with arrangements such as complimentary meals provided at the venue to ensure attendees’ comfort and convenience. Additionally, a dedicated prayer room has been set up to accommodate the spiritual needs of participants.

Moreover, the GJS April 2024 Show is poised to serve as the premier platform for unveiling new designs and fashion trends, attracting corporates, chain stores, and individual retailers from both India and abroad.

Saiyam Mehra, Chairman of GJC and Convenor of GJS April 2024 Show, expressed, “Positioned as the ultimate sourcing platform for new designs and fashion trends, the GJS April 2024 show caters to jewellers of all scales. It promises to offer a state-of-the-art environment for visitors to explore innovative and trendsetting jewellery collections, fostering healthy sales growth. The Show is timed strategically before Gudi Padwa and Akshaya Tritiya, creating an ideal opportunity for retailers to explore and immerse themselves in trendsetting designs. Additionally, all precautions for the movement of goods during the Achar Sanhita period have been meticulously implemented, ensuring smooth operations and compliance with regulatory requirements and the exhibition is purely a B2B show with no physical sales.

Rajesh Rokde, Vice Chairman of GJC, said, “The GJS April 2024 presents an excellent opportunity for stakeholders across the jewellery value chain to connect with emerging talents and creative minds. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our exhibitors and attendees, whose active participation has played a pivotal role in the success of the past four editions of GJS – India Gem and Jewellery Show. Our ongoing efforts are steadfastly dedicated to delivering an unparalleled experience to the industry, nurturing domestic business growth.”

Nilesh S Shobhawat, Co-Convenor of GJS and Director of GJC affirmed, “We’ve meticulously crafted our program, conducting thorough analysis of jewellers’ interests and needs, encompassing even the technical intricacies of compliance procedures. With this comprehensive approach, we’re confident that the GJS April 2024 Show will deliver an exceptional experience, surpassing the expectations of jewellers. Additionally, we are conducting the ‘Lets Talk’ Seminar series as part of our GJC Next Gen initiative, further enhancing the engagement and knowledge exchange opportunities at the event.”

GJC is also organising their Gala evening, GJC Nite on 3rd April 2024 at Hotel Sahara Star. Presented by IDT Gemological Laboratories Worldwide, GJC Nite is a perfect platform where the jewellers will be honoured and there would also be the Fashion Show featuring leading Indian models and celebrities showcasing some of India’s finest jewellery creations by renowned jewellers. The supporting partners – De Beers & Laxmi diamonds, with fashion shows from RK Bracelets, Padmavati Chains, Shubham Motiwala Jewellers & Unique Chains.

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GIA Celebrates World Diamond Day Highlighting Iconic Gems

Institute Spotlights Historic Diamonds Like the Hope, Dresden Green, Winston Red, Taylor Burton, Motswedi

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April 9, 2026

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The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) marked World Diamond Day on 8th April by highlighting a selection of historically significant precious stones it has examined, underscoring their rarity, scientific importance and cultural legacy.

Below is a concise analytical breakdown of the stones and their significance from a trade, scientific, and storytelling angle:

Key diamonds highlighted

Hope Diamond (45.52 ct, Fancy Deep greyish blue)
Traced to Golconda‑type deposits in India, this stone passed through French royalty before entering private and then museum collections, and today sits at the Smithsonian. Its combination of intense blue colour, provenance, and storied “curse” lore has made it one of the most‑recognised diamonds in the world, frequently used as a reference point in colour‑diamond marketing and exhibitions.
Dresden Green (~41 ct natural green)
The largest known natural green diamond, with an even green hue produced by natural ionising radiation in the crust. Its high purity and Saxon–European royal‑court history make it a benchmark for both rarity and the link between gemstones and political‑dynastic symbolism.
Winston Red (2.33 ct Fancy red)
A rare old‑mine‑cut Fancy red stone, of which only about 0.04% of fancy colour diamonds attain such a grade. As the only Fancy red diamond on public display, it is a key reference for dealers and collectors benchmarking the value of red‑dominant fancy colours.
Taylor‑Burton Diamond
A 68‑carat pear‑shaped D‑colour stone cut from a 240‑carat rough from South Africa’s Premier‑type deposit, later made famous by Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor. Its celebrity‑driven glamour elevated high‑colour‑clarity white diamonds into pop‑culture icons, reinforcing the “diamond as romance” narrative that still dominates bridal jewellery advertising.
Motswedi Diamond (2,488.32 ct rough)
Recovered in Botswana in 2024, this is the second‑largest gem‑quality diamond ever discovered and a high‑purity Type IIa crystal. Its size and purity allow scientists to study how carbon crystallises under extreme pressures deep in the Earth, making it a research‑grade specimen as well as a commercial headline‑maker.
Several stones—Hope, Dresden Green, Taylor Burton, and Winston Red—carry strong narratives of royalty, curses, Hollywood romance, and extreme rarity.
GIA’s highlighting of these gems on World Diamond Day is a strategic blend of education and soft branding:
It positions diamonds as objects of history and art, not just commodities.
It reminds buyers, retailers, and media that GIA sits at the centre of authenticating and contextualising these legendary stones.gia+1

Beyond these diamonds, GIA has documented historic and royal artefacts such as the Marie Thérèse Pink diamond and the Mughal era “Mughal Spectacles,” helping to codify their gemmological and provenance data. This work reinforces its positioning as both a research institute and a preserver of the cultural heritage layer of gemmology, bridging ancient craftsmanship with modern scientific verification.