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The Luanda Accord, signed in June 2025 by diamond-producing countries and industry stakeholders, promotes natural diamonds in response to falling synthetic prices. It underscores the economic significance of natural diamonds and commits signatories to donate 1% of rough diamond revenues for global marketing. Restoring Trust in Natural Diamonds - 01st November 2025
The Luanda Accord, signed in June 2025 by diamond-producing countries and industry stakeholders, promotes natural diamonds in response to falling synthetic prices. It underscores the economic significance of natural diamonds and commits signatories to donate 1% of rough diamond revenues for global marketing.
Website: Clock is Ticking on Luanda Accord, says AWDC
A new feature, the 1stDibs Estimate, provides an automated price range for select items to help valuers with market research. This feature is based on algorithms that analyse similar listings and historical sales but may not be available for unique items. It enhances transparency in the luxury marketplace but should be complemented with other market data. Understanding 1stDibs New Estimate Tool - 29th September 2025
A new feature, the 1stDibs Estimate, provides an automated price range for select items to help valuers with market research. This feature is based on algorithms that analyse similar listings and historical sales but may not be available for unique items. It enhances transparency in the luxury marketplace but should be complemented with other market data.
Website: 1st Dibs
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On June 3, 2025, Leonard Joel's Sydney auction celebrated Barry Humphries and Dame Edna Everage, featuring two signed portraits. The event highlighted Humphries’ cultural impact and the challenges of valuing unique artworks based on cultural context rather than market data. Dame Edna’s Legacy Lives On: Barry Humphries’ Artworks Delight Collectors - 17th July 2025
On June 3, 2025, Leonard Joel's Sydney auction celebrated Barry Humphries and Dame Edna Everage, featuring two signed portraits. The event highlighted Humphries’ cultural impact and the challenges of valuing unique artworks based on cultural context rather than market data.
When you admire the brilliance of a ruby or the glow of an emerald, it’s easy to forget that many gemstones don’t arrive in jewellery stores in perfect condition. In fact, most have undergone treatments—processes used to enhance their appearance, clarity, colour, or durability. While these enhancements can make gems more attractive, they also affect value, care requirements, and purchasing decisions. Understanding Gemstone Treatments: What Every Buyer Should Know - 11th May 2025
When you admire the brilliance of a ruby or the glow of an emerald, it’s easy to forget that many gemstones don’t arrive in jewellery stores in perfect condition. In fact, most have undergone treatments—processes used to enhance their appearance, clarity, colour, or durability. While these enhancements can make gems more attractive, they also affect value, care requirements, and purchasing decisions.
The valuer is a detective This gorgeous brooch was purchased for an op shop a few years ago for $200. They just liked it! It came to an NCJV member for valuation so the valuer is now a detective. History Adds Value - 24th April 2025
The valuer is a detective This gorgeous brooch was purchased for an op shop a few years ago for $200. They just liked it! It came to an NCJV member for valuation so the valuer is now a detective.
From Ashes to Fraud: The Deception in Memorial Diamond Claims Memorial Diamonds - 24th April 2025
From Ashes to Fraud: The Deception in Memorial Diamond Claims
Vintage Barbara Bui Maison Gripoix glass ring 1990s AU$2000 Costume jewellery, often dismissed, combines art and creativity without the high cost of fine pieces. Its value can stem from quality, history, and design inspiration from famous pieces. Recognition of value involves understanding its ties to fashion, with brands like Dior and Chanel producing collectible pieces. Designers like Mark Davis repurpose materials for unique creations, exemplifying costume jewellery's hidden value. Hidden value of costume jewellery - 24th April 2025
Vintage Barbara Bui Maison Gripoix glass ring 1990s AU$2000 Costume jewellery, often dismissed, combines art and creativity without the high cost of fine pieces. Its value can stem from quality, history, and design inspiration from famous pieces. Recognition of value involves understanding its ties to fashion, with brands like Dior and Chanel producing collectible pieces. Designers like Mark Davis repurpose materials for unique creations, exemplifying costume jewellery's hidden value.
One thing that has always intrigued me for decades is where does all the lost and stolen jewellery go?  NCJV Registered Valuers value for many markets, including replacement due to loss. Where does all the lost jewellery go? - 22nd April 2025
One thing that has always intrigued me for decades is where does all the lost and stolen jewellery go?  NCJV Registered Valuers value for many markets, including replacement due to loss.
Australia has had a ban on ivory imports since 1990, however it remains legal to buy and sell ivory items domestically. No matter where one stands on the issue of killing animals for anything, killing an elephant for something that will end up purely as decoration, creates a certain queasiness. Ivory trade in Australia – a matter of life and death - 21st March 2025
Australia has had a ban on ivory imports since 1990, however it remains legal to buy and sell ivory items domestically. No matter where one stands on the issue of killing animals for anything, killing an elephant for something that will end up purely as decoration, creates a certain queasiness.
An article written by Art Market, in 2023, they had a vote on some of the best known Australia talented painters, and listed ten. Australia's Popular Artists - 17th January 2025
An article written by Art Market, in 2023, they had a vote on some of the best known Australia talented painters, and listed ten.
Website: Art Markets Blog


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