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Jan- 2016 -19 January
Apple Watches make up 52% of all smartwatch sales
The Apple Watch accounted for one in two of all smartwatch sales in 2015, according to a report from Juniper Research. Apple, according to the report, now makes up 52% of the global market despite its line having only launched in April. This means it took the lead without completing…
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Dec- 2015 -14 December
VIDEO: Five jailed following smash-and-grab jewellery raid
A gang of five have been jailed for over 30 years after carrying out a smash-and-grab raid on an East London jewellery store. The incident took place at around 10:50am on 9 October 2014, when four men on two mopeds drove on to the pavement outside Attenborough Jewellers on Bethnal…
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Nov- 2015 -23 November
JOB POST: Treasure House Company
Treasure House Company is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Sales Representative to join our friendly team. The ideal candidate will have established contacts with independent jewellers and key account groups. They will have a passion for sales and customer service which will enable them to generate sales and promote…
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Sep- 2015 -23 September
Edinburgh Assay Office launches diamond certification in Heathrow office
The Edinburgh Assay Office has introduced a new diamond certification option to its Hallmarking in Transit offering at its London Heathrow sub-office. The office said the service, which is provided by Solitaire Gem Labs (SGL), will enable its Hallmarking in Transit customers to add a “one-stop, secure diamond certification” to…
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2 September
INFOGRAPHIC: How a diamond is made
Diamonds first formed in the earth some 1 billion to 3 billion years ago, and is now the most sought after gemstone within the jewellery industry. In the below infographic Gear Jewellers, a jewellery retailer in Dublin, talks us through every stage of the diamond industry, from how they are formed to the buying process.
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Jul- 2015 -23 July
VIDEO: Rebus Signet Rings
Jewellery Focus visited Rebus Signet Rings on Leather Lane, close to Hatton Garden. We spoke to owner Emmet Smith and some of the craftsmen to learn about the ancient skill of engraving and to learn how they make their bespoke signet rings.
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20 July
Footfall down across the UK in June despite buoyant sales
Footfall in June was 1.5% lower than a year ago and down from the 1% fall in May despite retail sales recording their strongest growth in 18 months during June. This is according to the British Retail Consortium (BRC) and Springboard Footfall and Vacancies Monitor which found both shopping centres…
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17 July
Cookie Policy for Jewellery Focus
What Are Cookies? As is common practice with almost all professional websites this site uses cookies, which are tiny files that are downloaded to your computer, to improve your experience. This page describes what information they gather, how we use it and why we sometimes need to store these cookies.…
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Jun- 2015 -22 June
Swiss watch exports down in May
Swiss watch exports were down in May as their value decreased by 8.9%, according to new figures from the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry (FH). Valued at 1.7bn (£1.67bn) swiss francs, FH said that two fewer working days than in the same month last year and a fall of…
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Mar- 2015 -24 March
#NationalPuppyDay – Puppy inspired jewellery
Yesterday was National Puppy Day, a day which celebrates puppies and also encourages potential suitors to adopt puppies rather than buy from pet stores. National Puppy Day was founded in 2006 by celebrity pet and home lifestyle expert, and author, Colleen Paige. Paige is also the founder of National Dog…
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