BATF and NAJ announce date for 2024 AGMs

The British Allied Trades Federation (BATF) and the National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) have announced they will host their respective AGMs on 6 June 2024. The events will be held at the Tower of London and followed by a celebratory Benevolent Society dinner and private tour of the British Crown…

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UK hallmarking falls 4.1% in February

The number of pieces hallmarked in the UK fell 4.1% in February compared to the same period last year, according to data from the Birmingham Assay Office. The total number of pieces hallmarked was 549,539, down from 572,890 last year and comes after hallmarking was flat in January. The total…

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Jessica Flinn rebrands with new updated look

Sheffield-based jeweller Jessica Flinn Fine Jewellery has announced its rebrand with a new updated look.  From the detailed redesign of its logo to the selection of a “refined” colour palette, every facet of Jessica Flinn Fine Jewellery’s rebranding journey has been carefully curated to “epitomise the brand’s sophistication and luxury”. …

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Pomellato unveils Pom Pom Dot collection

Pomellato has announced the launch of its latest collection, the double-sided Pom Pom Dot collection. Each piece in the collection, pendant or bracelet, has two sides offering two stone options to the wearer. The design is based on a button, a motif that forms part of Pomellato’s design heritage, a…

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Kiki McDonough to launch Carousel collection

British jewellery brand Kiki McDonough is set to launch its new collection, Carousel, on 21 May. The new 18-piece collection is inspired by Kiki’s own childhood memories: “bright lights, sparkling colours and the dizzying joy of the fairground”. Featuring 15 pairs of earrings and three pendants, each piece showcases skill…

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Goldsmiths Centre unveils apprentice exhibition

The Goldsmiths Centre has announced a new exhibition showcasing pieces from four apprentices. The Apprentice to Masterpiece: The Work of the Goldsmiths’ Apprentices exhibition will be on display until 25 April 2024. The artists on show are Sophie Chapman, representing Asprey London Ltd, Amy Gibson, from Alex Monroe Ltd, Celeste…

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Fabergé launches Fabergé x 007 capsule

Fabergé has unveiled its new Fabergé x 007 capsule, a collaboration with the iconic film franchise James Bond. The debut Fabergé x 007 capsule collection is inspired by the James Bond film Octopussy (1983) and includes a hand-crafted limited-edition egg object, and special edition egg surprise locket. The news follows…

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Hatton Jewels unveils new mens collection

Hatton Jewels has announced the launch of a new men’s collection specifically styled to formal wear. With a surge in antique tie pins, rare lapel pins, and diamond cufflinks, the company has noticed that men are currently paving the way for the brooch revival. As a result Hatton has launched…

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Gemfields reports second highest ever revenues despite 23% decline

Gemfields has reported a 23% decline in revenues to $262m (£207m) for the year ending 31 December 2023. The company attributed this to fewer carats sold in the year and in part to the cancellation of a higher-quality emerald auction that was scheduled for November 2023. Despite this, the group…

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Bumper Easter week to boost footfall by +6.6%

Footfall is forecast to rise by +6.6% across all UK retail destinations over the week of Easter, according to MRI Software. MRI said it anticipates that shoppers will “flock” to retail parks this week to stock up on Easter essentials ahead of the weekend with the latter part of the…

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