NewsBrief September 12, 2024 Jewelers Upbeat at VicenzaOro as Dealers Face Price Declines Retailers at the fair were optimistic that consumers would continue to buy, while suppliers reported "very weak" sentiment. Gem Diamonds Continues Large-Stone Streak with 126ct. Rough Most recent find marks miner’s 12th stone over 100 carats so far this year. Bonhams to Offer Jewels Belonging to Former Senator Dianne Feinstein The Legacy of a Stateswoman collection features 74 pieces. A Collection 40 Years in the Making, and This Week’s Other News Members of the editorial team pick their favorite pieces from the internet. Trending Stories Okavango Seeks $300M Credit to Expand Diamond Purchases Fraud and Forgery in the Spotlight at Latest GemTalks Session Rio Tinto Postpones Rough Tender Amid Diavik Slowdown Events Rapaport Quarterly Pawnshop Auction September 16-24 New York & Dubai More Details Rapaport Melee Auction September 17-26 New York & Dubai More Details Rapaport Single Stone Auction September 17 – October 1 New York, Dubai & Israel More Details The RapNet Diamond Index (RAPI™) is being revised due to elimination of diamond listings from China. These diamonds have been listed at low prices, with sellers demanding extra fees related to currency conversion. This week’s technical increase in RAPI indices does not reflect any sudden change in market conditions or prices. RapNet Diamond Index (RAPI™) Diamond Data Size Index Weekly Monthly Y2Y  0.30 ct 1,052 0.14% -3.83% -27.35%  0.50 ct 1,730 -0.04% -1.86% -14.70%  1.00 ct 4,807 -0.82% -2.05% -23.39%  3.00 ct 18,515 -1.29% -1.89% -18.40% Rapaport Investment Grade Diamonds

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