2012 | Jewellery Focus

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12 December

BJA crowns Joshua James Jewellery ‘Retailer of the Year’

Yorkshire-based jeweller Joshua James Jewellery is celebrating after being named ‘Retailer of the Year’ at the British Jewellers’ Association’s (BJA) 125th Anniversary Awards.

11 December

Trade Organisations

Jewellery Focus Staff

Birmingham Assay Office announced as BJA’s ‘Member of the Year’

During the British Jewellery Association’s (BJA) recent 125th Anniversary Awards, the Birmingham Assay Office was announced as the organisation’s ‘Member of the Year’.

11 December

Manufacturers

Jewellery Focus Staff

Molly B Couture reveals encouraging growth

Fine jewellery brand Molly B Couture has revealed it has seen encouraging UK growth since its launch back in June.

10 December

Manufacturers

Jewellery Focus Staff

Tivon Fine Jewellery prepares for its golden anniversary

Named after its founding family, Tivon Fine Jewellery has announced that it plans to mark its 50th anniversary in a big way in 2013. Specialising in fine gem-set jewellery, Tivon is planning to ramp up its production to include more one-off couture creations.

10 December

Current Affairs

Jewellery Focus Staff

Largest ever 3.15 carat coloured diamond set to be auctioned

A rare 3.15 carat circular-cut coloured diamond is set to be auctioned in New York and is expected to raise between £435,000 and £750,000.

7 December

Retailers

Jewellery Focus Staff

Apollo Global acquires Goldsmiths’ owner AURUM

Affiliates of Apollo Global Management have announced that they have signed a definitive agreement to acquire AURUM Holdings Limited – the largest prestige and luxury jewellery retailer in the United Kingdom.

7 December

Retailers

Jewellery Focus Staff

Wakefields unveils Rolex boutique

Wakefields in Horsham has recently unveiled its in-store Rolex boutique at a glitzy launch event.

6 December

Economy

Jewellery Focus Staff

Starbucks pays up but business rates will still rise

Starbucks’ acceptance to pay increased corporation tax has done little to soften the news that business rates will not be frozen next year, as announced by the chancellor.

6 December

Retailers

Jewellery Focus Staff

Family jeweller celebrates award-laden anniversary year

A family jeweller has been honoured for its exceptional performance at the Dorset Chamber of Commerce and Industry awards, adding to a host of successes in its 70th anniversary year.

6 December

Manufacturers

Jewellery Focus Staff

Gemvision hails UK arrival of Stuller partnership

Stuller – the global jewellery manufacturer and strategic partner of Gemvision – will launch in the UK at the forthcoming Jewellery Show at Spring Fair.