Spencer Matthews launches new Eden Rocks diamond jewellery business

TV celebrity Spencer Matthews has officially launched a bespoke luxury diamond jewellery business Eden Rocks. The former Made in Chelsea personality turned businessman was inspired to start Eden Rocks when working with jeweller Neil Duttson on the engagement ring for his now-wife, TV presenter Vogue Williams. Spencer was “so impressed”…

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LushChic announces new BeeAlive collection

Cardiff-based fine jewellery studio LushChic has released its new BeeAlive collection, a selection of gold earrings, bracelets and necklaces which draw from natural inspiration in their aesthetic. Recognising the need to give back to our planet and take responsibility for the environment, the company will donate 10% of all BeeAlive…

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London Diamond Bourse agrees 5-year lease to stay in Hatton Garden

The London Diamond Bourse (LDB) has announced it has agreed and signed a new lease on their current premises which will see them continue to trade in Hatton Garden for the next five years. The London Diamond Bourse, a member of the World Federation of Diamond Bourse, and is located…

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Retail employment falls 2.3%, 14th consecutive quarter of decline

Retail employment has fallen by 2.3% during the three-month period ending 30 June, marking the 14th consecutive month of decline. According to the figures from the BRC, the decline is equivalent to around 72,000 more jobs lost than compared to the same period last year. Full-time employment also saw a…

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Versus & Versace announces new AW19 collections

Versus and Versace has announced its new AW19 collection watches. Included in the collection is the new Chain Reaction watch, inspired by the namesake sneaker collection, of which it features the same “distinctive” pattern. Topping the case, the bezel is “enriched” with three screws, the Greca and a striped pattern…

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Guinness World Record set for ‘most diamonds set in one ring’

Prince Bhandari, a Mumbai-based jeweller, has set a new Guinness World Record for the ‘Most Diamonds Set in One Ring’ in 2019. Recreating the Lotus Temple in Delhi, in two-tone 18ct white and rose gold, the ring is studded with 7,777 pieces of round, brilliant-cut natural diamonds of EF colour…

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Vintage Patek Philippe watch could fetch £65,000 at auction

An “extremely rare” Patek Philippe watch could fetch in excess of £65,000 at Fellows Auctioneers. Lot 185 in Fellows’ upcoming Watch Sale, taking place on Tuesday 13 August 2019, is the 18ct yellow gold chronograph wrist watch which has been dubbed “spider lugs” due to its unusual back. According to…

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Alrosa raises $6.5m at Vladivostok rough diamond auction

Diamond mining company Alrosa has summed up the results of the international auction for special size rough diamonds (over 10.8 carats) held in Vladivostok, Russia, this July. The company sold 112 gem-quality diamonds weighing 1,780 carats, and the total revenue from the sale of stones amounted to $6.5m (5.2m). Evgeny…

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Number of insolvencies fall over second quarter

The number of insolvencies in the UK has fallen by 14% for the second quarter of this year. The study compiled by ‘Big Four’ firm KPMG found that 310 companies filed for administration between April and June, a fall of 14% compared with the first quarter. The results are on…

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Jewelstreet to host interactive jewellery pop-up shop in July

Jewelstreet, the online marketplace for independent jewellery, is hosting a unique one-week pop-up shop at Westgate Oxford from Monday July 22 to Sunday July 28, 2019. The event will feature handcrafted rings, necklaces, earrings and more from 28 of the world’s leading independent designers, including Alison Fern Jewellery, Allumer and…

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