“I love jewelry - gold and diamonds. I’m a woman.” 

- Monica Bellucci

 
NYT, Desert rose pear shaped diamond

The Desert Rose, a 31.68-carat pear-shaped diamond that sold for $8.8 million at recent auctions by Sotheby’s held in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates.

 

In the Middle East, Jewelers See Their Brightest Prospect

A traditional love of gems enhanced by the younger generation’s interest in distinctive design has put the region at the top of the jewelry industry’s list for growth potential.

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