November 29, 2013 - 13:45 AMT
Armenia posts diamond production of 73 572 carats in Jan-Oct

73 572 carats of diamond were produced in Armenia in January-October 2013 against 49 778 carats from the year-earlier period (47,8% growth).

According to the National Statistical Service, 879,6 kg of jewelry was produced during the reporting period against 759,7 kg in 2012 with 15,8% increase posted.

According to Armenian Economy Ministry, ALROSA diamond company exported 40 233 carats of diamond worth of USD 4,851 mln to Armenia in January-September 2013 against 34 769 carats worth of USD 7,586 mln in the same period of 2012.