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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Dec- 2025 -11 DecemberAuctions
Christie’s jewels sale totals $46.5m with record breaking Tiffany necklace
Christie’s Luxury Week continued in New York on 10 December with its Magnificent Jewels sale, which raised $46.5m (£34.6m) and was 95% sold by lot. The top result was a Tiffany and Co tourmaline and diamond necklace from the collection of Max and Cecile Draime, which sold for $4.22m (£3.14m)…
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3 DecemberDesigners
Loquet London unveils Dover Street Market collaboration
Loquet London has launched a limited-edition charm created in collaboration with Dover Street Market, marking a new partnership between the jeweller and the multi-brand retailer. The piece – called the Eclipse Heart Charm – was designed by Loquet founder and creative director Sheherazade Goldsmith. The charm will be sold exclusively…
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Nov- 2025 -11 NovemberDesigners
Loquet London launches winter jewellery collection
Jewellery brand Loquet London has unveiled its new Winter Collection, featuring designs inspired by the moon and natural forms. At the centre of the range is the Lunar Cushion Locket, handcrafted in 18-carat gold and illuminated by a single cushion-cut diamond. The circular locket is edged with smaller diamonds and…
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Sep- 2025 -8 SeptemberDesigners
Tiffany unveils new Bird on a Rock jewellery collection
Tiffany and Co has launched a new jewellery collection reimagining Jean Schlumberger’s Bird on a Rock motif, one of the house’s most recognisable designs. The collection, named Bird on a Rock by Tiffany, has been developed under the direction of Nathalie Verdeille, Tiffany’s chief artistic officer for jewellery and high…
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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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