BoE holds interest rates at 4.5%

The Bank of England (BoE) has voted to hold interest rates at 4.5%, having cut the rate last month to its lowest level since June 2023. At its meeting ending on 19 March, the bank’s monetary policy committee (MPC) voted by a majority of 8–1 to maintain the rate at…

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Poppy Elder on trends shaping the bespoke engagement market

Engagement ring sales have grown by 14% annually, driven by a resurgence in marriages that has reversed years of decline in the UK, according to a new analysis by online diamond retailer 77 Diamonds. Exclusive insights from 77 Diamonds suggest that this post-pandemic wedding surge has continued since 2022. As…

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Hancocks unveils bespoke ‘Design Your Own Engagement Ring’ service

Manchester-based independent jeweller Hancocks Jewellers has announced the launch of its exclusive ‘Design Your Own Engagement Ring’ service. The new offering allows customers to create a unique and personal ring, tailored to their vision, whether online or in-store with expert guidance from the Hancocks team. Customers can also explore a…

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Rudell introduces Mother’s Day jewellery styling sessions

Rudell The Jewellers has announced that it is offering a bespoke gifting experience with complimentary jewellery styling sessions for Mother’s Day. These personalised consultations, which will run till 30 March, provide guidance and a luxury shopping experience. During the one on one styling consultation, customers will receive tailored jewellery recommendations…

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Astrid and Miyu agrees settlement deal with Dylan Oaks over design clash

Cult jewellery brand Astrid and Miyu has announced the settlement of a legal claim against Irish jewellery retailer Dylan Oaks for copyright and design rights infringement involving 18 styles from the brand’s signature collections. The case was filed last year on 22 March. However, the Belfast-based jeweller Dylan Oaks has…

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Wongs receives ‘Great Place to Work’ accolade for second year in a row

Wongs Jewellers Liverpool has been awarded the Great Place to Work accolade for the second year running. The prestigious recognition is reserved for companies that go “above and beyond” in creating an “exceptional” workplace culture, where employees feel appreciated, supported, and motivated to do their best. The award is based…

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£8k Medieval posy ring to be offered at Noonans sale

A Medieval gold posy ring, dating from the 13th or 14th Century, will be offered at Noonans Mayfair and is estimated to fetch £6,000-8,000. The ring was discovered by Richard Girling metal detectorist in Merton, near Thetford in Norfolk in March 2024. The ring was subsequently disclaimed as treasure and…

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Hallmarking falls 16.8% in February

The total number of items hallmarked by the four UK Assay Offices dropped 16.8% in February. In total 457,144 pieces of jewellery were hallmarked in February 2025 compared with 549,539 in 2024, a decline of 92,395. Gold hallmarking fell by 7.9% from 260,662 pieces hallmarked down to 240,098. Gold 999…

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Boodles partners with Stanhope Insurance

Boodles has partnered with Stanhope Insurance to offer customers 14 days of complimentary worldwide insurance coverage on jewellery purchases made in-store or online. Under this partnership, Boodles customers will now get instant protection on jewellery purchases of up to £500,000, covering loss, theft, accidental damage, and fire anywhere in the…

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Austen and Blake launches new St Patrick’s Day collection

Austen and Blake has unveiled its new St Patrick’s Day collection with hints of green. The new collection comes as Google trends revealed a 110% increase in searches for ‘St Patrick’s Day outfits for women’. The new collection features a wide selection of emerald pieces, including the Pear Halo engagement…

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