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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Nov- 2022 -1 NovemberDesigners
Graff unveils Butterfly and Wildflower motif designs
Graff has unveiled new Butterfly and Wildflower motif designs, featuring designs in yellow and rose gold. For the Butterfly motif, the collection traces the butterfly’s angled spreadwing shape in 18 carat yellow and rose gold. Upon the largest of the two gold pendants, the wings are outlined in pavé diamonds.…
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Oct- 2022 -19 OctoberDesigners
Mappin & Webb introduces latest Luxury Collection
Mappin and Webb has introduced the second chapter of its ‘Luxury Jewellery Collection,’ a specially curated range of unique jewellery showcasing the most precious stones with the greatest carat weight and intricate designs to date. It is the second instalment of the collection, which houses over 160 pieces. It features…
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14 OctoberDesigners
Prada launches first fine jewellery collection
Prada has launched its first fine jewellery collection, Eternal Gold, which uses 100% certified recycled gold alongside artisanal techniques and precious gems and metals. The sustainable collection comprises snake bracelets, heart motifs, chain necklaces, and ribbon chokers, which Prada said are signs and signifiers of affection and love. Prada’s own…
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Sep- 2022 -30 SeptemberEvents
Christies to sell largest pink diamond at luxury week
Christie’s has announced The Fortune Pink, an 18.18 carat pear-shaped fancy vivid pink diamond, will lead the Geneva Magnificent Jewels sale on 8 November 2022, as part of Christie’s Luxury Week. The exceptionally rare gemstone is the largest pear-shaped fancy vivid pink diamond ever to be offered for sale at…
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27 SeptemberDesigners
Renné Jewellery launches Beaded Bracelets collection
Renné Jewellery has launched its most recent collection, the Beaded Bracelets, with each bracelet created with a 14-carat gold filled bead and Moonstone beads that come in “vibrant colours” to complement varied looks. Stones included in the collection are ammonite, kunzite, apatite, black tourmaline, chalcedony, chrysoprase, golden jade, morganite, and…
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2 SeptemberRetailers
Lily Arkwright sees 10% YOY growth during ‘Sustainable September’
Lily Arkwright has revealed that it has seen a 10% average year-on-year growth in sales in Sustainable September since 2016. By using lab-grown diamonds, Lily Arkwright’s says its collection is better for the planet, and has seen “significant” growth in recent years as shoppers seek more sustainable product options. In…
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Aug- 2022 -17 AugustRetailers
Deakin & Francis launches ladies’ Elements Collection
Deakin and Francis has launched a new ladies fine jewellery collection, The Elements Collection, comprising a multitude of gemstones set in 18ct gold. Included in the collection is a one-of-a-kind 18ct yellow gold faceted Crystal Ball Pendant with a vitreous enamel blue band, and a diamond necklace. The pendant showcases…
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16 AugustDesigners
Pandora celebrates 100% renewable energy usage for lab-grown collection
Pandora has announced that it has further improved the process of its lab-created diamond collection, Diamonds by Pandora. The collection, which was initially launched in the UK in 2021 as ‘Pandora Brilliance’, is now being crafted with diamonds that are grown, cut and polished using 100% renewable energy and have…
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9 AugustProduct Launches
Bernhard H. Mayer unveils nature-inspired jewellery
Qnet’s luxury jewellery brand, Bernhard H. Mayer, has announced new nature-inspired jewellery pieces for its Classics, Elemental and Timeless Tanzanite collections. New pieces to the Classics Collection include Autumn earrings and an Autumn Pendant, featuring precious diamonds and handcrafted 18K gold leaf drops in a pattern inspired by seasonal transformation.…
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2 AugustFeatures
Vicenzaoro September: Top international jewellery brands confirmed, from Roberto Coin to Fope
Top jewellery brands will be descending on Vicenza for VOS Vicenzaoro September – The Jewellery Boutique Show. The international exhibition of reference for the gold and jewellery world, organised by IEG – Italian Exhibition Group at Vicenza Exhibition Centre from 9th to 13th September 2022 together with VO Vintage (9th-11th September), is a unique opportunity to obtain an absolute preview of the latest new entries and…
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