BAJ launches pearl threading and hanging course

The British Association of Jewellers (BAJ) has announced that it is launching a new pearl threading and hanging short course this June. During this one-day course, students will learn about the theory of pearls, gaining insight into the various types, their characteristics, and how to select the perfect pearls for…

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Astrid and Miyu launches new Lab Grown Gemstones collection

UK-based jewellery brand Astrid and Miyu has announced the launch of its Lab Grown Solid Gold Gemstones collection. The launch comes as the brand continues to elevate its offering and add to its solid gold jewellery collection. The collection features Lab Grown Emeralds and Pink Sapphires which are crafted in…

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Richemont sales rise 3% to €20.6bn in FY 2024

Richemont has reported a 3% increase in group sales to €20.6bn (£17.6bn) in FY 2024, driven by jewellery Maisons and retail, representing 69% of group sales. However, the group’s operating profit dropped by 5% to €4.8bn (£4.11bn). Profit for the year from continuing operations, which incorporated net one-time unallocated charges…

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Loveness Lee launches debut engagement ring collection

Loveness Lee has announced the launch of its six-piece engagement ring collection, marking its debut in the engagement category. The Loveness Lee Engagement Ring Collection is available with baguette, pear, oval and brilliant cut diamonds paired with sapphires and emeralds. The stones are set in solid 18ct recycled yellow or…

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Annele unveils Wet ‘n Wild collection

Finnish brand Annele has unveiled its latest collection Wet ‘n Wild for Summer 2024. The collection is inspired by summer poolside holidays and features 10 new styles. All of the pieces in the collection are available in four different colours including blue, yellow green and Aperol inspired orange. The collection…

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Pandora launches new Pandora Essence collection

Pandora has announced the global launch of Pandora Essence, a new contemporary and sculptural collection inspired by the “beauty and simplicity” of organic shapes from nature. The 50-piece collection is designed to be worn every day and features rings, necklaces and a wide variety of earrings. Pandora Essence is crafted…

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Karina Brez unveils feather ear cuffs

Karina Brez has unveiled new feather ear cuffs, the latest addition to the Fearless Feather collection. This new piece has been created with showjumper Dani G. Waldman, the second collaboration between the company and Waldman. The first design is embedded with white diamonds along the length of the feather with…

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Richard Reid becomes 679th prime warden of The Goldsmiths’ Company

The Goldsmiths’ Company has announced that Richard Reid has taken office as prime warden, in succession to Charles Mackworth-Young CVO.  Former chairman of KPMG London and the Safer London Foundation, Reid’ chose to take a vocational approach to professional development rather than attend university. He undertook training to become an…

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Giovanni Raspini launches new Summer 2024 collection

Giovanni Raspini has announced the launch of its new Summer 2024 collection. The new Summer 2024 collection is a “clear representation of a continuous pursuit of light, shape, and colour” offering four different collections: Riviera, Mini Shine, Marina Link and Summer Earrings. Riviera is inspired by the search for a…

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Anglo American to offload De Beers

Mining company Anglo American has set out plans to sell De Beers its diamond business, as part of its wider turnaround plan. The group stated that the plan would “unlock significant value from its portfolio and accelerate the delivery of consistently stronger shareholder returns”. As part of this plan the…

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