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Kagem to recommence focused open-pit mining
Gemfields is pleased to announce that Kagem Mining Limited (‘Kagem’), the emerald mine in Zambia which is 75% owned by Gemfields and 25% owned by the Government of the Republic of Zambia through the Industrial Development Corporation of Zambia (‘IDC’), will shortly recommence a programme of focused open-pit mining to recover more premium emeralds.
As announced on 23 December 2024, alongside other cost cutting measures, Kagem suspended all mining from 1 January 2025 to focus on processing ore from Kagem’s significant ore stockpile utilising the upgraded processing plant.
Emerald production from the processing plant in 2025 so far, in terms of carats recovered, has been in-line with the Company’s expectations, producing a lower proportion of higher-quality or premium emeralds than direct open-pit mining methods.
Kagem’s recent auction results, including the encouraging commercial-quality auction results released on 30 April 2025, has increased management confidence in the current emerald market and the decision has therefore been taken to recommence mining of two key production points in the Chama pit, with minimal waste mining, to recover premium emeralds for Kagem’s future higher-quality auctions. The decision to recommence full scale mining will continue to be assessed as market conditions develop.
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Chanel Elevates High Jewellery Timepieces with Playful Luxury at Watches and Wonders
Blending haute joaillerie, horology, and pop culture, Chanel unveils the Coco Game and Noeud de Camélia collections
At Watches and Wonders, Chanel reaffirmed its strength in horology, unveiling a striking lineup of high jewellery timepieces that merge craftsmanship with creativity.
At the heart of the launch is the Coco Game capsule collection, inspired by a luxurious chessboard concept where Gabrielle Chanel appears as the central queen. Crafted in gold, ceramic, and diamonds, these artistic pieces double as secret timepieces, with hidden dials discreetly placed beneath their bases and wearable as necklaces.
The collection extends into graphic, pixel-inspired designs, drawing from retro arcade aesthetics. A standout includes a sculpted figure of Mademoiselle in 18k white gold, set against a diamond-studded dial. The new J12 Coco Game watch, available in black and white ceramic, features a pixelated motif accented with brilliant-cut diamonds.
Balancing playfulness with elegance, Chanel also introduced the Noeud de Camélia collection—a refined series of secret watches and a ring inspired by Mademoiselle’s iconic camellia flower, blending timeless design with hidden functionality.
Through these collections, Chanel seamlessly combines high jewellery, precision timekeeping, and artistic storytelling, proving that luxury can be both sophisticated and imaginative.
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