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Blood Diamonds on Amazon? Without Certification, It’s Hard to Tell
Amazon announced on Tuesday that the company is selling 75 percent more diamonds this year than last year. What the retail giant won’t tell you is whether all the jewelry it sells is “conflict-free,” meaning the diamonds it contains are guaranteed not to have been brought to market through violence, human rights abuse, child labor, or environmental destruction.

Swarovski Overturned
A chandelier filled with 6400 Swarovski crystals stranded together in a movable framed pattern that reflects the light from the four incandescent bulbs located on the inside of its walls.

10k White Gold Diamond Cross (1/8 cttw, I-J Color, I2-I3 Clarity) at $999,999.00

Created by leading haute couture artists for Soizick, the individual pieces are hand painted in opulent shades of black and gold. The addition of Swarovski crystal embellishments adds a truly striking finish to this elegant range.

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Computer maker NEC is showing off a new pink Hello Kitty-branded notebook with glittering crystals, aimed at working women.
It uses 299 Swarovski crystals to depict four hearts, as well as Hello Kitty wearing a pink bow and crown.

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These most-wanted pave hoop earrings are set in 18K white, rose and yellow gold with onyx eyes and nose 64 total carat weight. Price: $2,150.00

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EU warns diamond trade
The European commission has admitted there is “room for improvement” in global efforts to combat the trade in so-called ‘blood diamonds’.

Amazon say diamond sales are up
At Amazon.com Inc., third-quarter diamond sales increased 75 percent over a year earlier.

Rapaport Introduces New Certified Diamond Standards
The Rapaport Group released today three formal certified diamond standards that will be used to define contracts for different diamond classifications.

Man Finds 4.38-Carat Diamond at State Park
Chad Johnson has found about 80 diamonds at Crater of Diamonds State Park since moving to Murfreesboro in February. But the former Iowa resident nearly threw away his largest find yet.

The Newest Luxury Hotel in Luang Prabang
The La Résidence Phou Vao is the newest luxury boutique hotel near the capital of Laos, Luang Prabang.

Oprah Approved: The Swarovski Power Minaudiere Purse
“They call this crystal mesh clutch with removable chain a power bag. A good name for such a high-voltage accessory.” – Oprah

This bed is covered is red velvet and trimmed with a Marabou Feather trim. Price: $425.00

Leopard print daybed has wooden legs and fluffy pillows. Price: $425.00

Bed is covered in faux mink with soft matching faux mink pillows and sits on wood legs. Price: $650.00

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18-karat white gold.
• Pavé diamonds; 0.27 carat weight.
• Black enamel.
Stefano Ricci
Eagle Cufflinks
$3,800.00

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Swarovski crystal headband – a beautiful alternative to a tiara
Stunning headband, full of Swarovski sparkle in your choice of colours.

University of Missouri Researchers go Nano, Natural and Green
A team of scientists discovered how to make gold nanoparticles using gold salts, soybeans and water. No other chemicals are used in the process, which means this new process could have major environmental implications for the future.

Chocolate Gold Jewelry – not for eat!
It is a special process called PVD (for physical vaporization and deposition), during which rose gold is bombarded electronically, which makes the metal change color to a molten brown.

Swarovski crystal business card holder has gorgeous hand inlaid crystals paved into the top for a heirloom look.

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With 14-karat gold, Swarovski crystals and fine Limoges porcelain paste, L’Objet combines unexpected elements and textures to create luxurious tableware and elegant home decor.

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