Cabochon
Cabochon refers to a method of gemstone cutting where stones are polished into smooth, rounded domes without facets—commonly used for opaque or translucent gems like opal, moonstone, and turquoise. This traditional style remains popular in both classic and contemporary jewellery, valued for its tactile appeal and ability to showcase unique optical effects such as chatoyancy and adularescence. Jewellery Focus reports on the commercial relevance of cabochon stones across the UK trade, including sourcing trends, design applications, consumer demand, pricing shifts, and the role of cabochon cuts in fine, bespoke, and ethnic-inspired collections. Our coverage supports designers, retailers, and gem dealers in understanding how cabochon gemstones continue to influence jewellery aesthetics and buying patterns.
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Jun- 2025 -20 JuneDesigners
Pomellato unveils ‘Collezione 1967’ high jewellery collection
Pomellato has launched ‘Collezione 1967’, a high jewellery collection of 75 pieces celebrating the brand’s design legacy. Framed as a “jewellery manifesto”, the collection draws on three decades of the Milanese house’s history, from chain-focused 1970s design to the sculptural 1980s and the chromatic explorations of the 1990s. Each piece…
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May- 2025 -15 MayRetailers
Loquet launches new Lemon Charm collab with Skye McAlpine
Loquet has announced the launch of a limited-edition Lemon Charm as part of its latest Charms for Change collaboration with chef and author Skye McAlpine. Drawing inspiration from her own Tavola tableware collection and sun-soaked Venetian lemon recipes, together the duo have created this piece. Crafted in 18k yellow gold,…
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Apr- 2025 -3 AprilAuctions
£78,000 sapphire brooch sells at Anderson and Garland auction
A Victorian Burmese sapphire and diamond brooch, retailed by Wartski, has sold for £78,000 at the Anderson and Garland fine jewellery auction. The brooch, which has a 25-carat sapphire and over 14 carats of old-cut diamonds, had an original estimate of between £60,000-£80,000. Another highlight of the auction was 19th…
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Mar- 2025 -21 MarchAuctions
Victorian 27ct sapphire brooch to be auctioned in Newcastle
Anderson and Garland Auctioneers has announced that it is set to auction a Victorian sapphire and diamond brooch retailed by Wartski with an estimated value of £60,000 to £80,000. The brooch features a circular sapphire cabochon weighing approximately 27.35 carats exhibiting a rare asterism effect under bright light. Encircled by…
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Nov- 2024 -27 NovemberRetailers
Bradley’s presents Arts and Crafts collection at York Art Gallery Event
Independent jewellery business Bradley’s Jewellers York has collaborated with York Art Gallery to present its Arts and Crafts Collection at a special private viewing of “The Art of Wallpaper: Morris & Co. – a new exhibition exploring the archives of esteemed British textile designer, William Morris (1834-1896)”. The exclusive range…
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20 NovemberRetailers
Gemfields launches new Christmas collection
Gemfields has announced the launch of its new Christmas collection, featuring designs set with rubies and emeralds. According to Gemfields, rubies have long been associated with “passion”, “prosperity” and “protection”, and emeralds, linked to “growth”, “hope” and “renewal”. The new range features a selection of rings including The Eshli Fine…
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6 NovemberDesigners
Giovanni Raspini launches Cocktail Collection
Giovanni Raspini has announced the launch of the new limited edition collection, Cocktail. The collection, available from the beginning of November, consists of a large necklace, a ring, a bracelet and a pair of pendant earrings, all limited to 100 pieces each. Each creation is crafted in sterling silver, using…
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Oct- 2024 -18 OctoberDesigners
Boodles unveils Constable collection
Boodles has unveiled its Constable collection alongside its sponsorship of the ‘Constable Haywain Exhibition’. Boodles designers have created three one-off jewellery masterpieces: two brooches and a pendant, all inspired by the works of John Constable. Each piece in this collection pays homage to three of Constable’s most iconic works, The…
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9 OctoberRetailers
Pomellato unveils Mora and Mosaico collections
Pomellato has unveiled two capsule collections, Mora and Mosaico, in celebration of Pomellato’s rich heritage and artisanal mastery. The new collections, which forms a part of the ‘Memorie d’ Archivo’ – Archival Memories, revisits and reinvents two “beloved” collections from 1996 and 1997. At the core of these collections lies…
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Sep- 2024 -17 SeptemberRetailers
Tiffany marks 50 years of Elsa Peretti with new anniversary designs
Tiffany and Co. has launched new anniversary designs to celebrate the 50th anniversary of designer Elsa Peretti. Peretti joined Tiffany and Co. in September 1974 and it said her “passion for nature and organic forms, combined with her unique sensibility and skill”, yielded collections including Bone, Diamonds by the Yard,…
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