To address the myths and misconceptions about the diamond industry, the Natural Diamond Council conducted research to better understand the questions consumers have about the industry and to provide them with straight answers.
Diamond Facts
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Sotheby’s to Auction the Most ‘Glowing’ Pink Diamond to Ever Come to Market, Estimated to Cost $35M
Described by Sotheby’s as the quintessential pink diamond, the stone is 10.57 carats and is referred to as the Internally Flawless Fancy Vivid Purplish Pink Diamond. The diamond possesses a distinct color and brightness, with an aura that has been described by diamond experts as glowing to the human eye. It is considered the most vivid pink diamond to ever come to market.
The Resilience Of Hard Assets: Diamonds
It is now time to consider diamonds as viable alternative investments that represent both the beauty and resilience of “hard” assets, especially in periods of economic downturn.
Overview of the Fancy Color Diamond Market (2005-2014)
The alternative asset class of Fancy Color Diamonds (FCDs) has exhibited strong growth between 2005 and 2014. FCDs, across pink, yellow and blue colors have increased in value by 167% on average between January 2005 and September 2014.