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June 24, 2024

The Sri Lanka Gem & Jewellery Association (SLGJA), the apex body of Sri Lanka’s Gem and Jewellery industry, is proud to announce their support for the Ratnapura International Gem and Jewellery Show as its Gold Sponsor. The show is organised by the National Gem & Jewellery Authority (NGJA), in partnership with Lanka Gem Miners & […]

December 14, 2023

Beauty Gems, one of the largest gemstone dealers in Sri Lanka, claimed the Gold Award in the Medium Category (Gem and Jewellery Sector) at National Chamber of Exporters (NCE) Export Awards 2023. The award ceremony organised by the NCE of Sri Lanka for the 31st consecutive year was held at the Shangri-La […]

November 7, 2023

Sarrita Jewellery, one of the leading fine jewellery manufacturers in the country, was recently felicitated by the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) – India as a ‘Global Icon’ in the gems and jewellery industry. The felicitation was announced at the third edition of the International Gem and Jewellery Show organised […]

September 18, 2023

The Jewellery Design Competition 2023 conducted by the Sri Lanka Gem & Jewellery Association under the theme “Celebrate Sri Lanka”, received an overwhelming number of entrants, with many professional and aspiring jewellery designers submitting a range of creative and attractive designs. Intending to bring together talented jewellery designers from around the Island, […]

September 4, 2023

A significant stride towards revitalizing Sri Lanka’s gem and jewellery industry was taken as the Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) and the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura joined hands through a momentous Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) signing ceremony. This transformative event unfolded within the distinguished premises […]

August 28, 2023

The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association recently presented it’s “Sri Lanka Gemstone Hub Strategy Sapphire Capital of the World” proposal to the State. The presentation ceremony took place at the Cinnamon Grand Hotel on the 24th of August 2023. During his address at the ceremony, Mr. Ajward Deen, President of the […]

August 18, 2023

The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA), the apex body for the gem and jewellery industry, officially recognized by the Sri Lankan Government, commends His Excellency President Ranil Wickremesinghe for his recent endorsement of the pivotal role played by the gem and jewellery sector in the national economy. The SLGJA expresses […]

July 31, 2023

Asia’s premier Gem and Jewellery show is back for the 30th consecutive year. The 2024 FACETS Sri Lanka edition is showcasing to the world the wonders of Sri Lanka, tracing the historic roots of the Island’s gem and jewellery culture. Sri Lanka is renowned across the world for being a treasure trove […]

April 3, 2023

3rd April 2023, Colombo Sri Lanka: Luxury brand Aaraa & Aati is bringing back the essence of the ancient trading method with its unique auction event “Mini Ratnapura Market”. The event is set to take place at their flagship store located on the first floor of Crescat Boulevard, and customers can acquire […]

March 18, 2022

Momentro and The R-Factory in partnership to create the first asset-backed NFT platform for the gem and mining industry. While the global gem and jewellery industry is currently valued at 85.2 billion dollars, around 90% of the industry in mining countries remains dominated by traditional, family-run businesses. The resultant market has […]

SLGJA, GOLD SPONSOR of the Ratnapura International Gem and Jewellery Show

Beauty Gems claims Gold at NCE Awards 2023

Sarrita Jewellery was felicitated by GJEPC India as a ‘Global Icon’

SLGJA Jewellery Design Competition 2023 Proceeds to the Next Stage!

SLGJA signs MOC with University of Sri Jayewardenepura to help empower Gem and Jewellery Industry.

Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association Unveils Strategic Hub Proposal

Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association Welcomes President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s Commitment to Boosting Gem and Jewellery Industry

FACETS Sri Lanka the International Gem and Jewellery Show to Commence on January 2024

Reviving the Glory of Traditional Gem Trading: Aaraa & Aati launches Mini Ratnapura Market Auction

Dúté Island – The world’s first asset-backed NFT marketplace for the Gem & Mining industry