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F. Hinds relocates Shrewsbury store to larger premises

F. Hinds has announced that it has relocated its Shrewsbury store to a bigger unit in the Darwin Centre. The new shop incorporates all features of the updated store design including larger displays than the old unit enabling the jeweller to showcase more ranges across all categories of diamonds, jewellery,…

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Maneesha: Gem expert, woman, pioneer

This year’s International Women’s Day on 8 March brought renewed attention to issues of equality, women’s rights and the treatment of women across the globe. It has also been a time to celebrate the incredible achievements of women in every corner of the world, and in every field of work.…

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The Alkemistry launches luxury piercing package

The Alkemistry has introduced a new luxury piercing package entitled the ‘Minnie Package’, which aims to offer children aged seven to 16 a calming experience getting their ears pierced for the first time at its Floral Street flagship store for £55. Included in the package is a low sugar fruit…

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Jewellery industry to become sustainability leader, says new report

The new Jewellery Trend Report by jewellery brand Taylor & Hart has identified that the industry will become a leader in environmentalism and sustainability in the coming years. According to the report, two-thirds of brands are currently monitoring their environmental impact more closely, while consumers are also purchasing jewellery and…

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Ghandi’s pocket watch sells for £12k at auction

A silver plated Swiss pocket watch, once owned by Mahatma Gandhi, has sold for £12,000 at East Bristol Auctions last Friday (20 November). The “worn and broken” timepiece, originally estimated to sell for up to £10,000, follows a sale of a pair of glasses, also believed to have been Ghandi’s,…

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Largest purple-pink diamond sells for record price

Sotheby’s Geneva has announced the sale of a 14.83-carat pink diamond for $26m (£19.7m), a record price for a sale of its kind at an auction. Named the Spirit of the Rose after a 20th Century Russian ballet, it is the largest purple-pink diamond to ever appear at auction, and…

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Jewellerybox releases two new ‘affordable’ collections

Jewellerybox has launched two new affordable collections ahead of the Christmas trading period.  The online retailer has announced new lines entitled “choose hugs”, which is a collection of 41 pairs of sterling silver, gold plated and rose gold plated huggie hoop earrings, and also “now and then” which is a…

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Two-thirds of consumers look for ethical features in online purchases

Some 64% of UK and Irish consumers are now “actively looking” for ethical or sustainable features when making a purchase, according to new research by PFS and LiveArea.  A further 76% of consumers felt that online retailers and brands have an “obligation” to protect, conserve and benefit” the environment, reflecting…

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F.Hinds to open Luton store

F.Hinds has announced the opening of its 115th store in Luton, which is set to open its doors on 22 August. According to the family-run jewellers, the new site, located in The Mall shopping centre, is set to create seven new jobs through its opening.   The store will feature “sleek,…

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How local jewellers are proving their resilience amidst Covid-19

As COVID-19 continues to affect people across the world, retail stores and shops remain shutdown and businesses continue to go bankrupt. For independent jewellery designers who are also faced with the same challenges, they have no choice but to look for other ways to earn revenue just like everyone else.…

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