In 2019, along the Vaal river terraces within an ancient alluvial diamond deposit near Kimberley, South Africa, a magnificent rough yellow diamond weighting over 100 carat surfaced from the gravel.
This rare and unique crystal was soon acquired by Mouawad. Then, during an intensive six-month process, the rough diamond was scanned, analysed, cut and polished by Mouawad master craftsmen in Johannesburg, South Africa.
The scanning process had confirmed the potential for a cushion-cut diamond of approximately 71 carat and a satellite stone of around 10 carat in a radiant cut. After careful cutting by Mouawad craftsmen, the rough diamond became two distinguished pieces: the larger stone finished as a 71.13 carat cushion-shaped fancy intense yellow diamond, rated VVS2 for clarity, while the satellite stone finished a 10.17 carat radiant cut diamond, rated internally flawless, with both diamonds displaying excellent polish and symmetry.
OMRAN gears up for ‘Within Oman’ campaign 2020
OMRAN Group, the executive arm of the Sultanate for tourism development, is gearing up to roll out the second edition of ‘Within Oman’, the nation-wide promotional campaign designed to boost domestic tourism by providing special packages and experiences at the Group’s diverse hospitality assets across the country.
Building upon the success of last year, the 2020 edition of ‘Within Oman’ will encourage Omanis and residents alike to benefit from a wide array of tourism offers, enjoy the heavily discounted room rates and experiences in OMRAN-owned hotels. As part of the on-going preparations for the soon-to-be-launched campaign, OMRAN has considered offering a wide variety of products to cater for the needs and tastes of families and friends to encourage overnight stays at drive-to destinations. Most essentially, OMRAN Group has exerted all efforts to ensure that precautionary measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 are adhered to within hotels to ensure the maximum safety of visitors and that they enjoy an unforgettable experience while staying.
Marks & Spencer unveils new e-commerce website for customers in Oman
Marks & Spencer and Al Futtaim have unveiled its brand-new e-commerce site in Oman – offering customers access to more than 27,500 products across womenswear, menswear, kidswear and homeware as well as thousands of additional lines which they can’t find in store.
The new website, www.marksandspencer.com/om offers customers a new way to shop with Marks & Spencer with further styles to choose from than ever before in the region. The website, accessible in English and Arabic, features prices in Omani Rial and offers local payment options including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, PayPal and cash on delivery. Customers can choose to have their items delivered to their home or office address complimentary for orders above OMR 25.00 and enjoy a 20% discount on their first order until the 25th August.