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AUSTRALIAN PINK INVESTMENT GUIDE

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WWW.ARGYLEJEWELLERS.COM.AU Page 5 CONTENTS

ABOUT PINK DIAMONDS 2 THE FINITE ARGYLE MINE 3 THE ARGYLE TENDER 4 THE DNA OF PINK DIAMONDS 4 TYPE IIA 4 TYPE IA 4

WHY SHOULD YOU INVEST IN AN AUSTRALIAN ARGYLE ? 5 RARITY 5 CAPITAL GROWTH 6

RESELLING YOUR PINK DIAMOND 7 ARGYLE PINK DIAMOND AUTHENTICITY 7 CLARITY 10 10 COLOUR 11 CUT 11

COLOUR GUIDE 12 CUT GUIDE 13 QUESTIONS 14

Page 6 WWW.ARGYLEJEWELLERS.COM.AU Page 7 THE FINITE ARGYLE DIAMOND MINE

At Argyle Jewellers, we source our pink diamonds from the Argyle Diamond Mine, which is the world’s leading producer of pink diamonds. Located in the East Kimberley region of Western , this mine is responsible for 90% of the world’s pink diamond supply. Australian pink diamonds are so rare that this only equates to 50 or 60 pink diamonds every year!

The Argyle Diamond Mine is set to close due to exhausted supply by the end of 2020. This means that these exceptionally rare pink diamonds are set to become even rarer, and the industry expects their value to dramatically increase as a result.

No other mine in the world produces pink diamonds with such depth of (Image source: Pink Kimberley Diamonds) colour, vibrancy, tone and character. When you purchase an Australian pink diamond, you are purchasing the best pink diamond money can buy.

ABOUT PINK DIAMONDS “If a pink diamond is not from the Argyle mine, it will generally sell for an average of 50% less than an equivalent Argyle certified Pink diamond.”

Australian Pink diamonds are highly sought after by consumers, jewellers, ­—Specified by the world’s largest auction house, ‘Christie’s’. collectors and investors thanks to their beauty, their value and their rarity. Australian Pink diamonds evoke a sense of romance and luxury, and they are a beautiful addition to any collection. (Image source: Pink Kimberley Diamonds)

The colour of pink diamonds is a mystery. Other coloured diamonds get their from trace elements that are present during their formation. When it comes to pink diamonds, however, none of these trace elements have been found. This has led scientists to speculate that the colour have resulted from some kind of seismic shock that altered the stone’s molecular structure. However the colour came about, it gives these beautiful diamonds a mysterious quality.

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THE ARGYLE TENDER

Since 1984, Argyle has presented their best diamonds at an exclusive, invitation-only tender for diamond and companies along with a select group of private investors.

Only the finest diamonds are reserved for the annual Argyle Tender, which is considered to be the most exclusive diamond sale in the world. This tender showcases the Australian pink diamonds that stand out due to their vibrancy, quality and colour intensity. Only a very limited number of these diamonds are offered for sale each year - and one of these priceless diamonds could be yours.

THE DNA OF PINK DIAMONDS WHY SHOULD YOU INVEST IN AN AUSTRALIAN ARGYLE PINK All pink diamonds belong to two categories of DNA: DIAMOND? TYPE IIA The supply shortage of the Argyle Mine’s pink diamonds - along with These types of diamonds come mainly from Africa, , rapidly increasing demand - means that they are one of the finest , Canada and , and are identifiable by the investment opportunities when it comes to medium-to-long-term capital absence of nitrogen. This makes them appear whiter and gains. However - it is important to note that 92% of pink diamonds are cleaner than a standard colourless diamond. NOT a good investment. To make sure that your purchase is a great (Image source: Lyst.com investment, it is essential that you purchase your diamond from a qualified TYPE IA and experienced Australian diamond specialist. This is the DNA type of Australian pink diamonds, and it means that they appear fluorescent blue under RARITY light. This is the result of natural radiation from the Investing in luxury items is on the rise, and Australian Argyle pink diamonds surrounding rock layers of the Argyle Mine’s ore. This are some of the world’s most sought-after gems when it comes to serious unique attribute makes Argyle pink diamonds the rarest investors. If you have ever thought about investing in a diamond, now is the and most valuable in the world! optimum time, due to the closure of the mine. As we have mentioned, this mine is responsible for 90% of the world’s supply of pink diamonds, so this closure will dramatically decrease the availability of pink diamonds!

Page 4 WWW.ARGYLEJEWELLERS.COM.AU Page 5 CAPITAL GROWTH Since 2005, pink diamonds have increased in value by approximately RESELLING YOUR PINK DIAMOND 362% (with a simple average growth of 27.8%) - and Type Ia Argyle Pink Diamonds have exhibited the most significant increases. When the time comes to resell your pink diamond, there are plenty of options for resale. You can sell privately, through an auction house, through Pink diamonds experienced the most interest growth of all coloured Argyle Jewellers, or you can place your diamond on consignment with diamonds. Over the last 15 years, the prices of pink diamonds have never multiple experienced jewellers and/or brokers. dropped – and experts don’t believe they ever will. We recommend that you keep your pink diamond for at least 10 years if According to Anna Cisecki, the executive director at diamond investment you want to see it’s true value. By that time, experts predict that there will firm Australian Diamond Portfolio, the price of pink diamonds has be no new stock available. increased by 500% over the last 20 years.

“Every year the price increases by a double-digit number. Our expectation is that the closure of the Argyle Mine will add upside pressure to the prices of existing rare pink diamonds.” ARGYLE PINK DIAMOND AUTHENTICITY —­ Anna Cisecki, Executive Director at diamond investment firm, Australian Diamond Portfolio.

All Argyle pink diamonds come with Pink diamond supply is very low (and getting lower), but demand remains a Providence Report, which features very high. As per the basic rules of economics, this makes an investment a unique lot number and outlines the grade Australian Argyle Pink Diamond a very sound asset. diamond’s carat weight, shape, clarity and colour. Without this report, there is no way to guarantee the authenticity of your pink diamond.

The Argyle Diamond Mine also laser inscribe all diamonds that are above 0.20 carats with a unique identification number. This inscription is a mark of authenticity, and represents the chain of custody that accompanies each diamond. Each laser inscribed Australian Argyle diamond comes with an Argyle Pink Diamonds Gem Identification Document. When combined with the unique identification number, this document verifies the chain of custody from mine to customer. (Image source: Pink Kimberley Diamonds)

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PINK DIAMONDS: THE FOUR C’S

The four C’s - Carat, Clarity, Colour and Cut - represent the four main components of a diamond’s beauty and structure. Even small imperfections in these factors can cause a significant decline in diamond value, so it is important that you understand the grading of your pink diamond in regards to these categories.

WWW.ARGYLEJEWELLERS.COM.AU Page 9 CLARITY COLOUR A diamond’s ‘clarity’ refers to how clean it is from inclusions and blemishes. The Pink diamonds from the Argyle Mine have a distinctly radiant depth of pink colour GIA grades for apply to Australian Argyle pink diamonds. They that is rarely found in pink diamonds from other countries (they tend to be are as follows: more soft and pale). See page 12 for colour guide.

Because of this unique colouring, the Argyle Mine devised their own • Flawless (FL) – no inclusions or blemishes visible under 10 x system for grading colour, and it differs from the industry-standard magnification colour guide set forth by the GIA (which you can see here). • Internally Flawless (IF) – no inclusions and only blemishes visible under 10 x magnification Australian Argyle pink diamonds are divided into four main • Very, Very Slightly Included (VVS1 and VVS2) – categories: PP (Purplish Pink), P (Pink), Pink Rosé (PR) and PC inclusions difficult for a skilled grader to see under­­ ­ (Pink Champagne). 10 x magnification There are also two extra categories, Blue Violet (BL) and • Very Slightly Included (VS1 and VS2) – minor Red. The diamonds are also graded based on their colour inclusions that range from difficult­­ ­ ­ intensity, with a number from 1 (the highest intensity) to somewhat easy for a skilled grader to see to 9 (the lowest). under 10 x magnification • Slightly Included (SI1 and SI2) – The colour saturation of your pink diamond is one of noticeable inclusions to a skilled grader the main factors in the price of your investment. As a under 10 x magnification rule for investing, look for a pink diamond that is a 1 to 6 P, PP or PR in colour. Lighter colours have had • Included (I1, I2, and I3) – obvious inclusions little appreciation in the past 5 years. under 10 x magnification that may affect­­ ­ transparency and brilliance

CARAT CUT Carat refers to the weight of the diamond - not The cut of a diamond refers to its shape and the how large it is. A 1-carat diamond is 200 milligrams, quality of the cut. The GIA grades on a or 0.2 grams. Depending on a diamond’s shape and scale of Ideal, Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair and cut, the size of 1-carat diamonds can vary. Although Poor. The Ideal and Excellent grades are considered carat weight is important when purchasing a pink best for maximum brilliance. In the past 20 years of the diamond, the overall appearance and brilliance are more Argyle Tender, the rarest diamond shapes are Marquise significant. For example, a mediocre 1.5-carat diamond (1%), Pear (2%), Heart (4%) and Cushion (4%). will not gain as much attention as a stronger coloured or better clarity 1-carat diamond! The majority of Pink Diamond investors prefer to purchase a pink diamond with a well-established shape, so considering 90% of all cut and polished Australian Argyle pink diamonds are a Fancy Shape (including Cushion, Radiant, Pear, Princess, Oval, smaller than 0.20 carat in size. If you’re looking for the best investment , Asscher, Heart and Marquise) will strengthen your buyer audience. (and future returns) possible, we recommend that you invest in the exclusive 10% of higher carat diamonds.

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PURPLISH PINK

WHITE 9PP 8PP 7PP 6PP 5PP 4PP 3PP 2PP 1PP

ROUND PRINCESS CUSHION PINK

WHITE 9P 8P 7P 6P 5P 4P 3P 2P 1P

PINK ROSE HEART RADIANT PEAR

WHITE 9PR 8PR 7PR 6PR 5PR 4PR 3PR 2PR 1PR

PINK CHAMPAGNE BLUE VIOLET RED

ASSCHER OVAL MARQUISE

PC1 PC2 PC3 BL1 BL2 BL3 RED PURPLISH RED

EMERALD As each Argyle pink diamond is unique, the images shown are a representation of a range only and colour will vary within the categories.

(Emerald image source: FTJco.)

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If you have any questions about investing in a Australian Argyle pink diamond, don’t hesitate to contact Argyle Jewellers on (07) 3156 5980. We have a range of beautiful Australian pink diamonds from the exclusive Argyle Mine, and we would love to discuss their investment potential with you.

Page 1 4 WWW.ARGYLEJEWELLERS.COM.AU Page 1 5 Argyle Jewellers was established in 1987, and we have been committed to high-quality jewellery, exceptional value for money and outstanding customer service ever since. We take pride in every piece we create.

At Argyle Jewellers, we have a magnificent range of loose and set pink diamonds, which we source directly from the Argyle mine. All of our Argyle pink diamonds come with an Argyle Lot Number and/or Certificate, which guarantees their quality and authenticity.

WWW.ARGYLEJEWELLERS.COM.AU [email protected] Shop 1337, Westfield Garden City, cnr (07) 3156 5980 Logan and Kessels Roads, Mount Gravatt, QLD 4122.

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