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US jewellers warn Congress of harm from new sanctions on Russian diamonds

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US jewellers have warned Congress of the harm that new sanctions on Russian diamonds will cause for the entire retail sector.

The trade association Jewelers of America (JA) met with a dozen Democratic and Republican lawmakers in both the House and Senate to voice concerns over the 1 September restrictions that will require all goods of 0.50-scts and above to enter G7 countries via Antwerp for verification.

JA said it continues to staunchly support efforts that will keep diamonds of Russian origin out of the supply chain, including the more stringent U.S. Customs and Border Patrol requirements that went into effect on 1st March. However, the proposed adoption of an exclusive physical verification and certification system in Belgium for all rough diamonds would cause maximum damage to the global diamond and jewellery supply chain, while having minimal effect on Russia’s diamond revenues.

They say a single import channel will “cause maximum damage to the global diamond and jewelry supply chain, while having minimal effect on Russia’s diamond revenues”.

JA is urging all its members to lobby Congress and explain that the way the restrictions are being implemented will hurt jewellery businesses.

“JA has been working tirelessly behind the scenes and this visit to Washington, D.C. was a critical step to ensure we minimize unnecessary disruptions to the U.S. diamond industry,” said JA president & CEO David J. Bonaparte.

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De Beers Will Partner With International Events Celebrating Nature, Creativity and Craftmanship.

Partnering With Curated, High-Net-Worth Environments De Beers To Engage Directly With Influential Taste-Makers, Art Patrons, and Luxury Consumers.

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De Beers will partner with international events Homo Faber and Frieze Masters as part of its autumn program celebrating nature, creativity and craftmanship.

De Beers’ autumn cultural program exemplifies a sophisticated strategic pivot aimed at enhancing long-term brand equity, reshaping consumer perceptions, and establishing market differentiation in an evolving luxury ecosystem. By entering into strategic partnerships with premier cultural platforms—specifically Homo Faber and Frieze Masters—De Beers moves beyond traditional product marketing. Instead, the firm actively deploys an Experiential Brand Strategy designed to reinforce the inherent emotional and cultural value of natural diamonds.

Key Strategic Objectives

  • Authenticity & Heritage Reinforcement: Leveraging the momentum from its foundational publishing partnership with Assouline (A Diamond Is Forever: The Making of a Cultural Icon 1926–2026), De Beers is orchestrating a high-touch campaign leading up to the 80th anniversary of its signature slogan in 2027. This initiative bridges past historical dominance with modern brand relevance.
  • Elevating the Value Proposition: By framing natural diamonds at the intersection of geological rarity and human artistry, De Beers seeks to protect its premium pricing strategy against lab-grown alternatives. The strategy focuses on narrative-driven value creation, shifting consumer focus from mere commodity trade to tangible cultural stewardship.
  • Target Audience Engagement: Partnering with curated, high-net-worth environments like Es Devlin’s Homo Faber biennial in Venice and Frieze Masters in London allows De Beers to engage directly with influential taste-makers, art patrons, and luxury consumers.
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