Manufacturers

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Tateossian teams up with Breast Cancer Care

In support of Breast Cancer Care during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Tateossian has unveiled a new pink version of its signature leather bracelet. The firm’s chief executive, Robert Tateossian, said: “I am thrilled to collaborate and support Breast Cancer Care: the work they do and the support they offer from…

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Cookson releases Bowie necklace ‘how-to’ guide

Jewellery chain Cookson Gold has taken inspiration from David Bowie for a new jewellery-making how-to guide. Bowie fans can use the guide to create their own necklace inspired by the star’s legendary glam rock look with flamboyant colours, bold patterns and Ziggy-style star-shaped beads. With ten easy steps, accompanied by…

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