Diamond Prices Index Update - 150.0 UP 5.3

On Friday, October 6, the diamond prices index rose an additional 5.3 points to 150.0, representing an average increase in retail diamond prices of 5.3%.

This confirms our earlier prediction that prices will begin to rise as we approach the holidays. Modest gains should continue for the next few weeks.

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