Chapelle enters administration

Jewellery and watch retailer Chapelle has entered into administration, four years after it was sold to HMV owners Hilco UK.…

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Special Focus: Christopher Anderson

Award-winning designer Christopher Anderson introduces an exciting and original new collection with breathtaking Pietra Dura inlay. Originating in ancient Rome…

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The history of marcasite jewellery

The effect of film and television on fashion trends is well documented, and the recent surge in popularity for marcasite…

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Signet Jewelers sales ‘fall short’ over Christmas

Diamond jewellery retailer Signet Jewelers has reported a 1.3% decrease in total same store sales for the nine week period…

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Allum & Sidaway reports sales boost after ‘successful’ store refurb

Allum & Sidaway has reported a “successful festive period” thanks to a recent store refurbishment. The family-run company closed for…

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Voice on the High Street: Zelley Jewellery

Name: Alistair Zelley, Zelley Jewellers Website: www.zelleyjewellers.co.uk Year established: 1886 Number of staff: 7 Location: Norwich How was Zelley Jewellers…

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The generation gap in contemporary jewellery

Over the last nine years I’ve been working with independent professional jewellers in London, providing training in CAD for jewellery…

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Three-Minute Interview: Peter Breddal

Describe yourself in three words? Danish, craftsman and (over)analytical. When you were at school, what did you want to be…

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IJL appoints Katie Morris as exhibition director

The International Jewellery London (IJL) trade event has appointed Katie Morris as IJL event director effective immediately. Morris has worked…

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Voice on the High Street: Hancocks London

Name: Guy Burton, Hancocks London Location: London Year established: 1849 Number of staff: 10 Website: www.hancocks-london.com When was Hancocks founded?…

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