HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show
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The world's leading jewellery marketplace
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With the opening of the HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show 2017 today, the jewellery world comes together for the specialised offerings in jewellery raw materials and loose stones of over 1,900 exhibitors from 39 countries and regions. The show’s opening sets the scene for the world’s largest jewellery marketplace, as the HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show 2017 opens on 2 March.
Together these two complementary events showcase around 4,480 exhibitors from 52 countries and regions. Exhibitors of diamonds, precious and semi-precious stones and pearls of many different origins are housed in the Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show here in AsiaWorld-Expo while exquisite finished jewellery is presented in the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. |
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Press Conference
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| On 20 February, Lawrence Ma, Chairman, HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show 2017 and HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show 2017 Organising Committee, Kent Wong, Chairman, HKTDC Jewellery Advisory Committee 2016/2017, and Benjamin Chau, Deputy Executive Director, HKTDC, briefed the journalists on the highlights of the two fairs and industry updates . |
Parade show demonstrated the beautiful jewellery pieces of the exhibitors |
The presentation of awards to winners of the 18th Hong Kong Jewellery Design Competition, with a parade of the winning pieces. Media representatives were able to interview the winners and to take photos with their creations.
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Today’s Special Events & Attractions
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| Seminar on "Breakthrough in Natural IIa Diamond Research and Current Status of Synthetic Gem-quality Diamonds" |
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| Highlights: Two senior figures in the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) will illustrate why some outstanding diamonds, such as the Cullinan, have characteristics distinctive from other diamonds. The seminar also will also review synthetic technologies, the current status of synthetic gem diamonds, and the technologies developed for both screening and identification. |
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1:30 – 2:30pm |
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Meeting Room 204, Level 2, AsiaWorld-Expo |
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Dr. Evan M. Smith, is a Postdoctoral Research Associate with GIA. His work focuses on systematically characterising the inclusions he sees in rare types of diamonds to fill in some of the missing pieces in our understanding of how diamonds form and what they mean for the evolution of the planet. Dr. Smith holds a Ph.D. in geology from the University of British Columbia and a Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Engineering from Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario. |
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Dr. Wuyi Wang is Director of Research and Development in GIA. He holds a bachelor’s degree in geology from the Beijing University and a doctorate in geology from the University of Tsukuba. He has spent more than 20 years studying diamond geochemistry and the treatment of diamond and other gem materials. He has published many articles in academic and trade journals. |
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3 – 4:30pm |
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Hall 1 & 2 Concourse , Ground Level |
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By Invitation Only |
| The World’s Preeminent Marketplace for Fine Jewellery |
The HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show is the prestigious fair for finished jewellery which presents exquisite finished pieces, including the outstanding one-of-a-kind pieces to contemporary fashion collections. There is even the wonderful hktdc.com Small Order zone which gives buyers the opportunity to acquire MOQ for five to 1,000 pieces from reputable manufacturers.
Buyers with validated HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show admission badges can use the same badge to visit the concurrent Jewellery Show. A complimentary shuttle bus service will run between the HKCEC and AsiaWorld-Expo during the overlapping period (2-4 March) of the two fairs. |
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Thank You, Local Buyers
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Local buyers are welcome to redeem the exclusive souvenir, a splendid jewellery tray set, at the Visitor Promotion Counter in AWE: Hall 1, Booth 1-H39 and an elegant double-layer jewellery box, at the Visitor Promotion Counter in CEC: Hall 5G-B29 during the fair period*.
Simply present this printout with your business card and valid buyer badge at the Visitor Promotion Counter to redeem the souvenir.
*One souvenir per buyer. First-come-first-served while stocks last. In case of any disputes, the decision of HKTDC is final and binding. |
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Free Gift for your Collection at Wuzhou Pavilion
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About Wuzhou
Wuzhou is located in the eastern part of Guangxi at the mid-stream of the Pearl River basin. As the gateway city into Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Wuzhou takes a pivotal position in the production of gemstones for the global market. The city’s gemstone output exceeds RMB2 billion a year with over 600 product categories and nearly 10,000 kinds of specifications. Wuzhou Gemstone City is one of the world’s leading trading centre for synthetic stones. In October 2007, Wuzhou was officially named as “China’s Gems and Jewellery Distinctive Industrial Base.”
Free Gift* Collection
Collect a stamp from any two of the exhibitor booths in the list and present the stamped coupon at the designated gift redemption counter (AWE 10-G36) to redeem a complimentary gift. |
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Reserve your FREE Admission Badge! |
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For trade visitors, register now for your FREE admission badges through one of the following channels:
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| HKTDC Marketplace App – Your Smart Sourcing Companion |
Download the ‘HKTDC Marketplace App’ from  or  to experience the convenience of mobile sourcing. Industry news, product trends, exhibition details and listing of quality suppliers are all at your fingertips. Download now! |
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| “HKTDC Diamond, Gem & Pearl Magazine (Full exhibitor list included)”
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Don't forget to collect a FREE copy of the fair’s official catalogue including the fair’s full exhibitors list, fair information and floor plan. Available at the Buyer Registration Counters, Information Counters, Media Centre and VIP Lounge – while stocks last!
Download  ‘HKTDC Marketplace App’ from Apple App Store or Google Play to view the magazine in your mobile device and use the QR code scanner at the fair. |
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| Featured exhibitor of HKTDC Diamond, Gem and Pearl Magazine |
With decades of experience in the industry, Iskkon Ltd supplies a comprehensive range of natural diamonds, precious and semi-precious gemstones.
“We meticulously test for authenticity and work closely with our customers to fully understand their needs,” explains Rajesh Agarwal, founder and managing director of Iskkon.
Customers are able to buy rough-form gems, pre-form tumbled gems or cut-form gems from Iskkon, which offers the client to choose to cut the gems at their own facility or to have them cut by Iskkon. With cutting facilities in India and Thailand, Iskkon is able to provide a variety of standard and special cuts, in all shapes and sizes. |
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| hktdc.com Speaks Your Language |
With the aim to connect buyers from different parts of the world with our genuine suppliers, the hktdc.com Online Marketplace is now available in 6 new language options in addition to English, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese.
While English is widely used among professional buyers, being able to source in local languages adds value to our buyers as well as expands our suppliers’ market reach. The new language options are - French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish.
Check out the hktdc.com Online Marketplace in your local language now!
Deutsch Español Français
Italiano Português Русский |
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| Enjoy Discount with “HKTDC Trade Fair Privilege Coupons” |
Enjoy cash savings, discount offers and complimentary drinks offered by local restaurants, sightseeing tour and shopping outlets with the ‘HKTDC Trade Fair Privilege Coupons’!
You can download the online version here before you come to trade fair. |
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| hktdc.com Free Sourcing Service |
| Now you can locate the right products you need by getting a list of relevant exhibitors with booth numbers and product photos at the fair. Look for this friendly sign. |
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| Enquiry contact |
| Customer Service Line: (852) 1830 668 |
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Rebecca So
Manager, Marketing Communications
Exhibitions Department |
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