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The Rarity Report: Fancy color diamond rarity analysis now available in print
Move aimed at protecting the value and reputation of its natural diamond industry
The world of fancy color diamonds is about to gain a new tool for understanding value and significance. The Fancy Color Research Foundation (FCRF) has announced that its highly regarded Rarity Report—an analytical resource measuring how rare a particular diamond is in the global market—is being released in a printed edition for the first time.
Until now, the Rarity Report existed only in digital form and was accessible exclusively to FCRF members. With the new launch, jewelers, dealers, collectors, and buyers will be able to purchase and consult the printed edition as a complement to traditional grading reports.
Unlike a standard grading report, which evaluates the gemological characteristics of an individual stone, the Rarity Report leverages production data, frequency patterns, rarity charts, and in-depth analysis to illustrate how uncommon a specific combination of attributes—such as color, clarity, and carat weight—truly is in the global marketplace. Importantly, it is not based on a direct examination of the stone but on robust statistical modeling and a wealth of global diamond data.
For years, the Rarity Report has been a must-have in its digital format, earning a loyal following among FCRF members for its rigorous methodology, market insights, and GIA-supported evaluations. the tactile printed edition adds a new dimension to the experience—turning data into something you can hold, reference, and display.
(FCRF) has announced that its highly regarded Rarity Report—an analytical resource measuring how rare a particular diamond is in the global market—is being released in a printed edition for the first time.
Until now, the Rarity Report existed only in digital form and was accessible exclusively to FCRF members. With the new launch, jewelers, dealers, collectors, and buyers will be able to purchase and consult the printed edition as a complement to traditional grading reports.
Unlike a standard grading report, which evaluates the gemological characteristics of an individual stone, the Rarity Report leverages production data, frequency patterns, rarity charts, and in-depth analysis to illustrate how uncommon a specific combination of attributes—such as color, clarity, and carat weight—truly is in the global marketplace. Importantly, it is not based on a direct examination of the stone but on robust statistical modeling and a wealth of global diamond data.
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South African Task Team To Help Struggling Diamond Producers
The South African Government Has Partnered With Mining Industry Leaders To Form A Joint Task Team Aimed At Saving Jobs and Supporting Diamond Producers Facing Severe Market Pressures.
​The quick intervention follows major disruptions in the local sector, including Petra Diamonds placing its Finsch mine under business rescue and De Beers announcing a two-year production pause at Venetia, the country’s largest diamond mine.
​In a parliamentary reply on October 26, Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Gwede Mantashe confirmed that the team—which includes the Minerals Council South Africa and local diamond producers—will develop strategies to help mines survive current economic headwinds.
The immediate focus is finding practical solutions to protect operations across the entire sector, especially junior and small-scale miners who are being hit the hardest,
​Key Industry Challenges
The local diamond sector faces a combination of falling global prices, rising operating costs, and intense competition from lab-grown synthetic diamonds. Official figures highlight the severity of the crisis:
​Production Downturn: South African diamond output dropped 19.5% year-to-date through August.
​Commodity Slump: According to Statistics South Africa, diamond mining was the weakest-performing mining sub-sector in August, with output falling 23.0% in the three months ending August compared to the previous three months.
​Significant Mine Reductions: De Beers reported a 37% year-on-year drop in South African production for Q3 2026 (down to 418,000 carats) as operations wrap up ahead of Venetia’s pause. De Beers expects zero further production in South Africa for the remainder of 2026.
​Price Pressures: Lower market values and a strong South African rand reduced average tender prices at the Finsch mine from $56 to $47 per carat, making ongoing operations unviable under current conditions.
The task team will focus on measures to ease cost pressures and address global market shifts. Further details regarding the team’s specific work plan, timelines, and financial resources will be announced as proposals are finalized.
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