Manufacturers
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Nov- 2013 -13 November
European platinum demand has ‘robust’ outlook
European demand for platinum jewellery will rise next year despite a small global drop, according to Johnson Matthey. In its Platinum 2013 Interim Review, the chemicals and precious metals company said: “Gross demand [globally] for platinum in jewellery will slip by 1.4% to 2.74 million ounces,” putting the expected fall…
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12 November
Beaverbrooks opens its first Swarovski boutique
Jewellers chain Beaverbrooks has unveiled its first Swarovski boutique in Belfast. The new store forms part of the multiple’s strategy to “enhance customer experiences in store”. The boutique, which has the appearance of a concession in part of the Beaverbrooks shop, has its own entrance and extensive collection of crystal…
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5 November
Winners of Tivon Design Competition announced
Tivon Fine Jewellery has announced the winners of its inaugural International Design Competition. The competition was launched in August of this year, calling for any amateur or professional designers to submit designs via the firm’s official Facebook page. The winning design would then be made up by Tivon and exhibited…
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Oct- 2013 -31 October
Former Links of London boss appointed as Trollbeads CEO
David Riddiford has been appointed as the new chief executive officer for Trollbeads UK, just weeks after the Danish jewellery announced the acquisition of its UK distributor, Fable Trading. Riddiford, who was formerly chief executive for Links of London globally and Folli Follie in the UK, is currently non-executive director…
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11 October
Hallmarking shows growth in September
The Birmingham Assay Office has joined the chorus of statistics showing recent growth in hallmarking, with figures that show total number of items hallmarked at all four UK assay offices have risen by 9.8 per cent since September last year. The biggest year-on-year growth was in 14 carat gold, which…
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9 October
Graff Diamonds recreates ‘Hair & Jewel’ with $500m of jewels
Graff Diamonds has recreated Laurence Graff’s famous Hair & Jewel image in celebration of his 60th anniversary, using $500m worth of jewels. In 1970, diamantaire Laurence Graff OBE created the ornate coiffure comprising $1m of diamonds and precious gems, but the modern take features 22 extremely rare and unique jewels with…
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9 October
MY iMenso appoints Carmen Electra as brand ambassador
MY iMenso has announced model Carmen Electra as its new brand ambassador, following its investment in the UK market. Electra, who reportedly jumped at the opportunity, said: “I love to look trendy and just a tad different every day.” MY iMenso’s concept is a sterling silver medallion on a chain…
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7 October
Rotary named official global timekeeper for Chelsea FC
Rotary has signed an exclusive four year sponsorship deal as the global official timekeeper of Chelsea FC. The Swiss brand is the first ever watch brand to be partnered with the West London football club. Rotary chief executive Victoria Campbell said: “This is an extremely exciting sponsorship for Rotary and…
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Sep- 2013 -19 September
Baird & Co opens new Singapore sales office
Bullion manufacturer and jewellery producer Baird & Co has opened a new sales office in Singapore. The office, which opened “for furniture to be wheeled in” today, will comprise around three sales people, and is expected to be an English-speaking operation. The firm says that Singapore has been seen as…
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18 September
Trollbeads acquires UK distributor Fable Trading
Trollbeads has acquired a majority stake in its UK distributor, Fable Trading. Fable Trading Ltd was established in 2005 as sole distributor for Trollbeads, the original Danish charm bead jewellery brand, for the UK and Ireland markets. Founding directors of Fable Trading, Sarah and Richard Morfoot, will maintain an interest…
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