Year: 2019

Cheshire jewellers raided in burglary

Crewe detectives are appealing for any witnesses or dashcam footage after a burglary at an Alsager jewellers. The raid occurred Sunday night at around 5:40pm, when unknown assailants broke into Alexandra’s Jewellers on Crewe Road. The store was then raided, and a large quantity of jewellery was taken from the…

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The Incorporation of Goldsmiths appoints Ebba Goring as new director

Ebba Goring has been appointed as the new director of The Incorporation of Goldsmiths, one of Scotland’s most ancient institutions. Goring succeeded Mary Michel, who joined the business in 2002 and became director in 2012,  and will continue to promote ethical silversmithing. In her previous role as the Incorporation’s programmes…

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Panerai launches Harrods pop-up

Panerai has announced the launch of a new pop-up at the Harrods Menswear Department over the Christmas period. The Florentine luxury watchmaker will showcase its latest collection, the Panerai Luna Rossa, at the department store.  It will be the first time this collection is showcased in the UK. The new…

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Vicenzaoro January 2020: Where Jewellery begins

For the gold – jewellery industry, 2020 opens in Vicenza, Italy on 17th January with Vicenzaoro January – The Jewellery Boutique Show, the sector’s international hub of reference and the most exclusive and much-awaited stage for the market’s top brands to exhibit their latest creations. Organized by Italian Exhibition Group…

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Innovative ways to bring people into your jewellery store

Running a jewellery business is no mean feat, not least because the advent of e-commerce means enticing customers into store is becoming an increasingly difficult challenge. Yet despite the popularity of online shopping, when it comes to the luxury jewellery sector a physical presence is still crucial, and valued.  According…

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Tiffany reports fall in both Q3 and FY earnings

Tiffany has reported a decline in net earnings for both its third quarter and year-to-date results.  For the third quarter ending 31 October, net earnings were down 17% at $78m (£59.4m) compared to the prior year’s $95m (£72.4m). In the year-to-date, net earnings were 11% lower at $340m (£259.2m), compared…

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Outstanding business rates challenges increase by 35%

The number of businesses waiting for challenges over soaring business rates to be resolved has jumped by more than a third in just three months, according to new figures issued by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). The figures revealed the number of outstanding challenges has increased by 35% fuelling concerns…

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What to do if you see someone breaking hallmarking law

A real frustration for jewellers who make sure they comply with hallmarking law is seeing instances of others flouting the law and apparently getting away with it, selling items without a valid UK hallmark.  The hallmark is a vital form of consumer protection because you can’t judge the composition of…

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How jewellery retailers can ride the Brexit storm

As we enter the next chapter of Brexit, and negotiations face the hurdle of a general election, how can UK jewellery retailers stay profitable and prepare themselves for the final outcome next year? We recently conducted research which found that there is already a great deal of uncertainty in the…

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Innovative ways to bring people into your jewellery store

Running a jewellery business is no mean feat, not least because the advent of e-commerce means enticing customers into store is becoming an increasingly difficult challenge. Yet despite the popularity of online shopping, when it comes to the luxury jewellery sector a physical presence is still crucial, and valued.  According…

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