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The Argyle mine, located in Western Australia's remote East Kimberley region, became synonymous with pink diamonds and, for decades, supplied more than 90 per cent of the world's pink diamond production.
Boodles Goes Pink with Major Argyle Diamond Acquisition

British luxury jeweller Boodles has strengthened its position in the highly exclusive world of fancy-coloured diamonds after[…]

Rio Tinto ends diamond era with historic final auction

Rio Tinto is auctioning its final collection of rare diamonds from its closed Argyle mine in Australia and the soon-to-shutter Diavik operation in

Rio Tinto unveils Argyle Rose heirloom piece

Rio Tinto has unveiled the latest heirloom piece of Argyle Pink Diamonds jewellery, featuring one of the[…]

Investor uncertainty in challenging market

An Investor’s Best Friend Pink diamonds provide strong stable growth, and the potential for long term outsized gains.

Tiffany Buys Some of a Legendary Diamond Mine’s Last Finds

The new Tiffany Collection comprises 35 gems, including an unusual red stone, from the Argyle Diamond Mine[…]

Rio Tinto Launches Business for Argyle Pinks

Rio Tinto has debuted a new strategy that will enable it to “protect the provenance” of its[…]

Final Argyle Pink Tender Sees Record Result

Rio Tinto achieved record-breaking figures at its 2021 Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender, with prices strong amid dwindling[…]

Rio Tinto dazzles in Antwerp with its finest Argyle pink, red and blue diamonds

Rio Tinto’s final Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender collection of rare pink, red, blue and violet diamonds is[…]

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Rio Tinto reveals its final showcase of Argyle pink, red and blue diamonds

Rio Tinto has unveiled a preview of its final showcase of rare Argyle pink, red and blue[…]

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