Blockchain – The technology pulling the jewellery industry into the future

“In two to five years we won’t be talking about Blockchain, it will just be one of those things that is a given,” says Leanne Kemp. She is CEO of Everledger, a global startup that uses the best of emerging technology including Blockchain, Smart Contracts and Machine Vision to assist…

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Would you buy lab-grown diamond jewellery?

“Synthetic diamonds will never replace a natural diamond,” says Leonard Zell, Jewellery Focus’ own columnist and a specialist in jewellery sales training, with a chuckle. “I can’t see how a woman would ever want to mention that she has a lab created diamond as an engagement ring.” Zell’s remarks are…

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Glashütte Original creates a buzz with new Sixties models

Glashütte Original is celebrating its partnership – now in its 15th year – with the Dresden Music Festival by rolling out the latest two representatives of its Sixties line, which carry the style of the Sixties into the 21st century. Glashütte Original is a world-famous watch brand with a long tradition…

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Second Ethical Gem Fair to take place in London

The success of the inaugural Ethical Gem Fair in early March 2018 has resulted in the organisation of a second fair, taking place on August 31 to September 1 2018. The two-day event will allow guests to purchase gemstones that offer full provenance, in addition to presentations from each of…

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Brits prefer to own a precious keepsake to ‘throwaway fashion’

Young Britons are increasingly choosing to own luxury watches and jewellery with sentimental value, a survey by Beaverbrooks has shown. The poll, which surveyed 2,000 Britons under 25, revealed Brits are most likely to own a cherished item that holds a special milestone or memory for them, with women (44%)…

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Houlden appoints Lizzie McAuley as new director

Jewellery buying consortium Houlden has appointed Lizzie McAuley as a director on its board of executives.   She was chosen for the role after attending several director’s meetings as part of a guest member programme, and the group said she will play “a vital role” in delivering the key strategies…

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Okavango Diamond Company to Pilot GIA’s M2M to with Botswana origin diamonds

GIA has announced Okavango Diamond Company (ODC) is participating in the Institute’s M2M program. M2M is a digital platform that allows the GIA to scientifically match rough diamonds to the resulting polished gems with information from each step in the value chain that tells the complete story of a diamond’s…

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Bellagio secures deal with Manchester City

Watch and luxury gift manufacturer Bellagio Europe is set to produce the official Premiership Winners’ collectable timepiece as it has secured a three year licensing deal with Manchester City FC. There will be 2,018 watches of each style made worldwide, each with its serial number as the watch will come…

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Breitling opens first flagship boutique in Asia

Swiss luxury watchmaker Breitling has opened its first flagship boutique in Asia, in WF Central retail centre Beijing. Breitling CEO Georges Kern was on hand for the ceremony along with Jacques Bothelin, Captain of the Breitling Jet Team, renowned Chinese actor Lei Jiayin, and renowned Chinese actress and singer Han…

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New Designers reveal ‘Goldsmiths’ Company Awards’ winners

Design exhibition firm New Designers has announced the winners of its ‘Goldsmiths’ Company Awards’. Students exhibiting jewellery and silver in the group’s Jewellery and Contemporary Design and Crafts event were automatically considered for the awards. The judges selected the following winners: Silversmithing: Rachel Hardie of Glasgow School of Art Rachel…

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