Nusa expands into UK wholesale market

Nusa, a Balinese-inspired jewellery brand, has announced its expansion into the UK wholesale market. The firm has also revealed that it is on the search for retailers to partner with as stockists for its handcrafted silver jewellery collections. To entice potential collaborators, the brand said that it is available with…

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Vashi to open seventh and largest store in Covent Garden

Vashi has unveiled its seventh and largest flagship store in Covent Garden Piazza which will open on 27 May 2021. The brand originally announced the news in December and are now sharing more details of how the new 4,476 square feet spanning two floors will further Vashi’s mission. In addition…

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Bonhams’ London Jewels sale totals over £2.7m

Bonhams has announced that sales at its most recent London Jewels auction made £2,747,050. The sale, which took place on 28 April, achieved a 76% sold by lot rate and 84% sold by value. The top lot was a 10.04 carats fine emerald and diamond ring by Bulgari, which sold…

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Global gold jewellery demand climbs 52%

The volume of gold jewellery purchased by global consumers has reportedly increased by 477.4 tonnes (t) year-on-year for Q1 2021, representing an annual rise in value of 52%. According to the World Gold Council (WGC), the increase in demand can be attributed to a decline in the price of gold…

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Beaverbrooks celebrates royal anniversary with jewellery giveaway

To celebrate the Duke and Duchess’ 10-year wedding anniversary, Beaverbrooks has revealed that it will give away thousands of pounds worth of jewellery today (29 April 2021) to anyone named Kate and William. The jeweller, which has 72 stores across the UK, is calling for anyone with a first name…

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Christie’s New York Online sales nearly total £2.5m

Christie’s New York Online jewels sale saw sales total $3,407,375 (£2,455,290), as the auction achieved a record level of participation. Some 93% of items were sold by value at the auction which represented a 160% hammer above low estimate. The global participation from 26 countries, with 27% new buyers, contributed…

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Betts Group strengthens senior team with wedding ring expert

Betts Group has appointed Peter Green to the national business development team to expand the group’s wedding ring business. Green brings with him more than four decades of industry experience. He will be responsible for the sales of the group’s responsibly sourced bullion and investment products. In his new role,…

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Angelic Diamonds launches Wedflix platform

Angelic Diamonds, a diamond engagement ring retailer, has launched a new Wedflix online platform. After researching the UK’s most popular themed weddings, the group has created the platform to support couples in planning their individual events. By clicking on a favourite TV show or film, customers will be taken to…

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Gembridge appoints new brand ambassador

Gembridge has announced the appointment of Ioannis Alexandris as brand ambassador for Germany. Alexandris is a gemstone and antique jewellery dealer and communications committee chair for The International Coloured Gemstone Association (ICA). He will join the network of Gembridge industry ambassadors from around the world. He is currently the CEO…

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Hamilton and Inches unveils flagship store following extensive refurb

Hamilton and Inches has announced the reopening of its flagship showroom on George Street, Edinburgh after undergoing “extensive” refurbishments. The new showroom is dedicated to enhancing the customer experience with work undertaken across its showroom, workshops, and service department. The new storefront features curved glass panels in antique bronze, as…

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