Birmingham
Birmingham has a rich heritage as a centre for jewellery manufacturing and trade, with its historic Jewellery Quarter still home to hundreds of workshops and businesses. For UK jewellers, wholesalers, and suppliers, the city remains a vital hub for production, design, and distribution. Jewellery Focus covers Birmingham’s role in the industry, from updates on local businesses and manufacturing trends to insights into policy developments and events shaping the trade. Our reporting helps professionals understand the city’s continuing influence on the UK jewellery sector.
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Sep- 2018 -10 SeptemberQ&A Sessions
Voice on the High Street: Cupitt Jeweller
Name: Cupitt Jeweller Location: Bromsgrove Year established: 1946 Number of staff: 7 Website: www.cupittjeweller.co.uk What’s the history of Cupitt Jeweller? Claude Cupitt started the business in Bromsgrove, in 1946. When he retired in 1979 his son Jim took over the business with his wife Sue. They relocated the shop to…
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6 SeptemberFeatures
Company Q&A: Domino
Tell us about the history of Domino Domino is part of WB The Creative Jewellery Group which also includes the casting, 3D printing and bespoke manufacturing company Weston Beamor, and the fashion, silver and gold jewellery company Gecko. Although the group dates back to 1947, Domino was created in the…
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Aug- 2018 -29 AugustAuctions
‘Rare’ 1950s Rolex sold for £48,488 at Birmingham auction
A rare, early Rolex Submariner has been sold for £48,488, including buyer’s premium, at a Fellows Auctioneers in Birmingham. According to Fellows the “fascinating timepiece”, was one of the first models worn by Sean Connery’s 007 in early James Bond films, such as Dr. No. This particular watch was introduced…
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15 AugustAuctions
Rare 1950s Rolex could fetch £60,000 at auction in Birmingham
A rare, early Rolex Submariner estimated to be worth between £40,000 – £60,000 is to go under the hammer at a Fellows auction this month. The gentleman’s stainless-steel Oyster Perpetual Submariner is due to be sold on Tuesday 28th August at Fellows Auctioneers in Birmingham. According to Fellows the “fascinating…
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14 AugustEconomy
Gold and Platinum up double digits in latest Hallmarking figures
The number of gold and platinum pieces hallmarked in July 2018 increased significantly by 12.5% and 20.2% respectively, according to figures compiled by the Birmingham Assay Office. However, the average volume of silver fell by 22.2% to 331,498 compared with 426,156, while palladium decreased by 21.4% to 6,252 hallmarked items.…
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10 AugustManufacturers
Cooksongold launches revamped store to mark 100 year anniversary
Jewellery supplier Cooksongold has launched a revamped store in celebration of 100 years in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter. According to the group the complete refurbishment will allow for “a greater experience with thousands more products on display in what will be the UK’s largest jewellery making store”. The company has also…
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6 AugustFeatures
Understanding international jewellery
The first month at the School of Jewellery in Birmingham is well underway. Bustling workshop demonstrations and creative experimentations are taking place, contextual study-trips and talking practice events are stimulating minds and the students are settling into the routine of formative lectures and seminars. But there is nothing routine about…
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Jul- 2018 -31 JulyAppointments
Weston Beamor strengthens 3D print and bespoke teams
Weston Beamor has strengthened its 3D print and bespoke teams due to an increase in customer demand for personalised jewellery. Sarah Parry, who graduated from Birmingham City University’s School of Jewellery, joined the company at the beginning of July and will work alongside Daniella Webb in the 3D Printing team.…
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27 JulyEvents
IJL to showcase first direct precious metal 3D printing system
International Jewellery London (IJL) will be showcasing the first direct precious metal 3D printing system which allows jewellers to quickly create complex jewellery. Known as 3D printing, or additive manufacturing, powdered precious metal is melted layer by layer using a laser. The technology is being developed by Cooksongold (part of…
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18 JulyMetal Prices
Hallmarking figures drop 9.3% in June
Hallmarking fell by an average of 9.3% in June 2018 compared with the same period the previous year, according to the latest figures from the four UK assay offices and compiled by the Birmingham Assay Office. The average volume of all precious metals apart from platinum fell this month, with…
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