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Rio Tinto Unveils Rare 158ct Yellow Diamond from Diavik Mine in Canada

One of the largest gem-quality yellow diamonds ever discovered in Canada, the 158.20-carat gem is a remarkable find as Diavik Mine nears closure.

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Rio Tinto has uncovered a rare and exceptional 158.20-carat yellow diamond at its Diavik Mine in Canada, marking one of the largest gem-quality yellow diamonds ever found in the country. This stunning discovery is also among only five yellow diamonds weighing over 100 carats to be unearthed by the company at Diavik throughout its 22-year history. Notably, Diavik is primarily known for producing white diamonds, with less than 1% of its output being yellow stones.

The Diavik Mine, which is set to close next year, is also responsible for several significant yellow diamond finds, including Canada’s largest yellow diamond, a 552.74-carat gem discovered in 2018, and the 187.7-carat Diavik Foxfire found in 2015.

With the closure of the Argyle mine in Australia in 2020, Diavik is now Rio Tinto’s sole diamond asset. Patrick Coppens, General Manager of Sales and Marketing for Rio Tinto’s diamond business, expressed excitement over the unique beauty and purity of the Diavik diamonds, eagerly anticipating the future of this extraordinary find.

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BDB Committee Hosts Consul General of Italy at Bourse; Discussions Focus On Boosting Trade Between The Two Countries

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  • Partnership between Europe’s Leading Jewellery Hub and World’s Largest Diamond Manufacturer will be mutually beneficial
  • BDB requests modifications in Italy’s VAT Policy: Collection at Point of Sale Rather than Point of Import

The senior leadership of Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB) welcomed H.E. Mr. Walter Ferrara, Consul General of Italy in Mumbai, on his visit to the BDB complex on June 30 to discuss opportunities for strengthening cooperation between India and Italy in the diamond and jewellery sector.

The BDB was represented by President Anoop Mehta, Vice President Mehul N. Shah, Honorary Joint Secretary Prakash Shah, and Committee Members Kiran K. Gandhi, Milan K. Parikh, Paresh Mehta, and Ramniklal Shah.

India and Italy both enjoy unique positions in the global diamond and jewellery industry. Italy is known for its exquisite jewellery and exceptional craftsmanship. It is Europe’s leading diamond and jewellery hub, and home to many renowned jewellery brands, while India is the world’s largest supplier of diamonds, including to Italy.

Business ties between the two countries have strengthened over the years, with nearly 100 Indian exhibitors participating annually in Vicenzaoro, Europe’s largest jewellery exhibition.

BDB leadership emphasised that there is enormous potential to further boost trade between the two countries, and suggested some policy reforms to help the process. They requested Italian authorities to consider shifting the collection of 18% VAT levied on loose diamonds to the point of sale rather than at the time of import.

Mehul Shah Said:

“The current system impacts the liquidity of Italian traders and hampers the cycle of trading and manufacturing. Shifting collection to the point of sale would ensure smooth tax compliance, while also enabling seamless trade between the two countries.”

The Hon’ble Consul General acknowledged the concerns raised by the BDB leadership and assured the delegation that he would ensure that their inputs were communicated to the relevant authorities. He also assured continued support to BDB members wherever required, including assistance in facilitating a faster visa process.

The visit concluded with a tour of the BDB campus and MDMA Hall, showcasing its world-class infrastructure and integrated trading ecosystem.

The interaction reaffirmed Bharat Diamond Bourse’s commitment to strengthening international partnerships and promoting constructive dialogue to support the continued growth, competitiveness, and sustainability of the global diamond and jewellery industry.

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