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SILVER SHOW OF INDIA is a super success, puts SILVER in the spotlight
Silver show of India was an overwhelming success, beyond the expectations of exhibitors, retailer- and the organizers. SSI moving to Mumbai has been good for one and all, and has paid rich dividends.GES in association with IBJA and JAB—and the dedication of both these organizations has resulted in making SSI a grand success.
SSI which was held at JIO World Convention Centre, BKC, Mumbai from 8th to 11th June 2023 had about 432 stalls comprising of 177 participants from across the country, The exhibition attracted a whooping 11000 trade visitors from various parts of the country.The exhibition showcased more than two lakh designs .
SSI has given silver the prominence it deserves and put the spotlight on silver. Exhibitors and visitors expressed that this is silver’s moment. Some other comments included: Silver is versatile; it is a trendsetter, it is a fashion statement. The future of silver is bright. Silver is here to stay. And, as Nishtashri Srinivasan. Director Emerald Jewels Industries India said: Silver is one the greatest industries to be in.
SSI had everything—the finest silver jewellery and artefacts, astounding craftsmanship, artistic masterpieces. And, serious business. Huge footfalls, serious buyers ranging from biggies like Kalyan Jewellers, Bhima, Thangamayil to small time retailers from little towns and villages.
There was a buying frenzy, with some exhibiting manufacturers saying they have huge orders for the next four to five months, while some exhibitors said their stock was exhausted in the first two days. Visitors from across the country said that they had a great experience – thrilled to be at SSI. They were astounded by a great variety at SSI– fantastic artisanship and marvellous, never seen before designs. There are confirmed reports that there were about 150 tons of Silver Jewelry/Articles orders placed with different Exhibitors.
Retailers said that they will now have to place a greater focus on silver which was not done before and present it to customers in an interesting manner.Leading corporate jewellers like Kalyan Jewellers said plans for exclusive silver jewellery showrooms are underway.
The vast range and each exhibitor’s uniqueness in terms of category, pricing, quality, variety etc made it difficult to pinpoint the top performing categories.
SSI has been a grand success – and exhibitors are demanding larger SSI. A few players who did not participate wish to participate in the forthcoming editions.
GES, the organizers of SSI, announced two bigger and grander editions of SSI, alternating between Mumbai and Bangalore.
DiamondBuzz
Botswana Diamonds rebrands as Botswana Minerals PLC
Signals a definitive shift toward copper exploration as the diamond market faces a stiff cyclical downturn.
Botswana Diamonds PLC, a long-time explorer of the world’s most famous gemstones, has officially rebranded as Botswana Minerals PLC, signaling a definitive shift toward copper exploration as the diamond market faces a stiff cyclical downturn. The name change, which took effect Feb. 27, follows a strategic review that leveraged artificial intelligence to scan the company’s massive 95,000-square-kilometer geological database. While the AI was originally designed to hunt for kimberlite pipes—the volcanic rock that hosts diamonds—it instead unearthed “outstanding” evidence of copper deposits.
A High-Tech Pivot
The company, listed on London’s AIM and the Botswana Stock Exchange, has identified 11 copper targets across the country and has already secured eight prospecting licenses. The move reflects a broader trend among junior miners seeking to capitalize on the “green metal” boom driven by electric vehicles, renewable energy, and AI data centers.
The Diamond Dilemma
The rebranding comes as the natural diamond sector grapples with two simultaneous concerns:
- Technological Disruption: Lab-grown diamonds continue to cannibalize the lower end of the market, offering consumers a cheaper alternative that is chemically identical to mined stones.
- Cyclical Downturn: Sluggish global demand and high inventory levels have dampened investor enthusiasm for natural stones.
Despite the pivot, the company is not abandoning its roots entirely. It remains one of the largest holders of exploration data in Botswana and intends to maintain its diamond acreage, betting that high-quality natural stones will eventually regain their luster.
By shifting focus to copper, Botswana Minerals (trading under the new ticker BMIN) joins a growing list of players in the Kalahari Copper Belt, a region increasingly viewed as a world-class mining frontier.
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