Laings to open new refurbished Glasgow flagship

Laings has announced that it is set to open its new flagship store on Glasgow’s Buchanan Street. Following a £5m investment, the B-listed building Rowan House, has been transformed into a fully furnished showroom, covering 7,113sq ft across two floors of retail space. The building will include the recently opened,…

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Lebrusan Studio launches its Ethical Jewellery Movement Manifesto

Ethical jewellery studio Lebrusan Studio has published its Ethical Jewellery Movement Manifesto. Complete with its own website, the manifesto presents a detailed vision of a future jewellery industry that is “fairer, safer, more sustainable and centred more heavily on reparations”. It calls upon artists, designers, manufacturers, traders, retailers, journalists, workers,…

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Repossi unveils Antifer Chromatic collection

Repossi has announced the launch of the Antifer Chromatic collection, the latest addition to its Antifer collection. The line includes eight new creations; four pendants and four stud earrings set with ornamental stones, onyx, malachite, turquoise and mother-of- pearl. Each of these colours have been selected specifically by Repossi to…

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David Yurman enters UK market with Watches of Switzerland partnership

American luxury jewellery brand David Yurman has expanded in the UK in partnership with The Watches of Switzerland Group. From July 2024, David Yurman will be available at Mappin and Webb, Regent Street and online. The store will feature an exclusive curation of the brand’s men’s and women’s collections, with…

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London Diamond Bourse announces new council of management

The London Diamond Bourse has welcomed two new members to the Council of Management and bid farewell to three members of the Executive Committee. After serving multiple terms as president, Alan Cohen has stepped down, passing the leadership to David Troostwyk, who has been co-president alongside him for six months.…

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Perwyn invests in Rubel and Ménasché

Perwyn, a European private equity player, has made a significant investment in diamond dealer Rubel and Ménasché alongside the management team with a view to accelerating the company’s growth. Founded in 1956 and located on Rue de la Paix in Paris, Rubel and Ménasché has experienced sustained growth over the…

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Gem-A CEO steps down

The board and trustees of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has announced that Alan Hart has decided to step down as chief executive officer. The board of directors has unanimously accepted Hart’s resignation after eight years of leadership. It has also assured students and members of Gem-A that…

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De Beers fourth cycle diamond sales drops to $380m

The De Beers Group has reported that its rough diamond sales for its fourth sales cycle amounted to $380m (£298.7m) as at 22 May 2024. The figures mark a decrease on the $446m (£350.6m) sold in the fourth sales cycle of 2024, and is also down from $479m (£376.6m) in…

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Saint Davis to launch first collection

New brand Saint Davis has announced that it will launch its inaugural collection on 26 May. The debut collection is titled “Floral Home” takes inspiration from the natural world. It comprises seven unisex designs including rings, pendants, and earrings with pieces ranging from £175 – £1,050. The collection celebrates flowers…

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Hatton launches Infinity jewellery range as part two of Mad collab

Hatton Labs has announced the launch of its limited edition line of jewellery range, Infinity, as part two of its Mad Paris collaboration.  The new collection is sold exclusively at Mr Porter and comprises three pieces, a necklace, a bracelet and a ring each crafted with inlaid baguette and princess…

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