Carat
Carat weight remains a defining factor in the value and appeal of diamonds and other gemstones, making it a key consideration for professionals across the jewellery trade. For UK jewellers, designers, and wholesalers, staying informed on how carat trends influence pricing, consumer demand, and supply chain decisions is essential. Jewellery Focus offers in-depth coverage on carat-related topics, including market analysis, consumer education, pricing strategies, and insights into the ethical sourcing of larger stones. Our reporting helps trade professionals navigate this critical aspect of the gemstone and diamond market.
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Aug- 2025 -29 AugustDesigners
Gemopia to unveil new collection at the Jewellery Show
Manufacturer Gemopia, represented by distributor NYSA Creations, has announced that it will unveil its newest collection at the Jewellery Show, the first time it will exhibit at the show. The collection comprises gold jewellery across a variety of purities ranging from 9- to 22-carat, alongside silver and brass items, as…
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28 AugustDesigners
Andre Michael to unveil crushed gem jewellery range
Hatton Garden-based supplier Andre Michael has announced that it will unveil its “Crushed Collection”, at the Jewellery Show on 31 August and 1 September. The new collection will comprise rings and pendants featuring crushed natural coloured gemstones and diamonds. The jewellery features crushed natural emeralds, rubies, sapphires or diamonds. The…
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27 AugustTrade Organisations
GIA to revise laboratory-grown diamond services from October
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) will introduce updated evaluation services for D-to-Z laboratory-grown diamonds from 1 October, replacing its existing system. The new service, called the Laboratory-Grown Diamond Quality Assessment, will use descriptive terms rather than the grading nomenclature developed for natural diamonds. Stones will be described as either…
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26 AugustRetailers
Austen and Blake opens new showroom in Dubai
British luxury jeweller Austen and Blake has opened a new showroom in Dubai, marking the brand’s 44th global location. The store, located in Gold Tower at Jumeirah Lake Towers, offers a made-to-order service that allows customers to design bespoke jewellery pieces, selecting from options including metals, gemstones and diamond carat,…
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21 AugustManufacturers
De Beers delivers $2.9bn economic contribution in 2024
De Beers has contributed $2.9bn (£2.16bn) in 2024 in taxes and economic value across its host countries and reported its best-ever safety record, with a total recordable injury frequency rate of 1.2. The figures were published in the group’s 2024 sustainability report, which also highlighted progress across climate action, nature…
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Jul- 2025 -31 JulyManufacturers
De Beers swings to $189m loss in H1 as prices and demand weaken
De Beers has posted an adjusted EBITDA loss of $189m (£142.9m) for the first half of 2025, compared with a $300m (£226.9m) income during the same period in 2024. The group said the loss was driven by a falling rough diamond price index and the sale of specific assortments at…
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30 JulyRetailers
PureJewels curates jewellery collection in celebration of UK–India trade deal
British Asian jeweller PureJewels has presented a curated selection of handcrafted pieces at Chequers, the country residence of the UK Prime Minister, as part of the official celebration of the signing of the UK–India Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The East London-based brand was invited by India’s Gem and Jewellery Export…
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30 JulyDesigners
Ottoman Hands launches online with John Lewis
British jewellery label Ottoman Hands has launched a curated range with John Lewis and Partners, marking its debut with the department store chain. The collection, which became available online on 29 July, includes several of the brand’s best-known designs, such as the Zand ruby drop earrings and the Myia hammered…
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29 JulyRetailers
Antique Jewellers launches free hallmark identification tool
UK-based antique ring specialist Antique Jewellers has launched Hallmark Finder, a new online tool that helps identify British jewellery hallmarks. The free-to-use Hallmark Finder allows collectors, dealers, valuers and jewellery professionals to quickly decode the small symbols stamped on antique and vintage pieces. It identifies metal purity, assay office and…
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29 JulyDesigners
Goldsmiths launches traceable diamond collection
Goldsmiths has launched its first traceable diamond collection, marking a shift towards transparency and sustainability in the luxury jewellery sector. The Goldsmiths Signature Diamond, developed in partnership with traceability platform Tracr, features a unique 77-facet cut and is set across a range of jewellery in 18ct gold and platinum. All…
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