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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Apr- 2018 -12 AprilEconomy
Diamond prices slow in March after events ‘impacted on confidence’
Diamond prices stabilised in March, but sentiment softened after a positive start to the year, says Rapaport. The international diamond network, said dealers were “disappointed with the Hong Kong diamond show and a major bank fraud involving two Indian jewellery companies impacted on confidence”. The RapNet Diamond Index (RAPI) for…
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Mar- 2018 -28 MarchDesigners
Carat London opens first regional store in Oxford
Jewellery brand Carat London has opened its first regional store in Oxford. The standalone store – the fifth in Carat’s UK portfolio – is situated in the new Westgate Centre shopping centre. The brand will open its sixth store in the new Westfield development this autumn. Carat London has created…
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21 MarchAuctions
Historic diamond ‘The Farnese Blue’ to auction for first time
Historic diamond, ‘The Farnese Blue’, will appear on the market for the first time in its history this spring, after having remained in the same family for over three centuries. Given to Elisabeth Farnese the Queen of Spain, on a diadem that formerly belonged to Marie-Antoinette, the diamond has subsequently…
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14 MarchAuctions
‘Exceptional quality’ diamond sold for $40m
Gem Diamonds has announced the sale of an ‘exceptional quality’ 910-carat D colour Type IIa diamond, which was sold for $40m (£28m) in Antwerp on 12 March 2018. It was recovered from the Letšeng mine in January 2018 and is the fifth largest gem quality diamond ever recovered. Clifford Elphick,…
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1 MarchEvents
IN PICTURES: Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show 2018
The fifth Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem and Pearl Show, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), has entered its third day out of five at the AsiaWorld-Expo. This year’s show gathers a record 1,970 exhibitors from 40 countries and regions, including new exhibitors from Belize and Turkey, to…
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Feb- 2018 -27 FebruaryEvents
Doors open for largest-ever Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show
The largest-ever iteration of the Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show has opened its doors this morning at the AsiaWorld Expo exhibition centre near Hong Kong Airport. The show this year – which was attended by Jewellery Focus’ editor Michael Northcott – offers two developments on previous years:…
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14 FebruaryDesigners
KFC to launch ‘fried chicken’ inspired engagement ring
KFC in Poland will be creating a specially designed engagement ring inspired by its food. The ring will consist an external layer made of gold, with a fineness of 750, which the group said will make people think of its signature “crunchy coating”. Inside is the actual engagement ring consisting…
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8 FebruaryAuctions
Sotheby’s Diamonds unveils ‘exceptionally’ rare diamond
Auctioneers Sotheby’s Diamonds celebrated the first anniversary of its New Bond Street salon by unveiling a rare 102.34 carat white diamond. According to the group the stone is the only known round brilliant-cut diamond over 100 carats, and has been labelled as ‘perfect’ in colour, clarity and cut. The diamond…
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Jan- 2018 -17 JanuaryInternational
Gem Diamonds recovers ‘exceptional quality’ diamond
Gem Diamonds has recovered an 910-carat diamond from its Letšeng mine in Lesotho, South Africa. It is the largest diamond ever recovered from the mine and the fifth largest gem-quality diamond ever recovered by the company. Clifford Elphick, Gem Diamonds CEO, said: “Since Gem Diamonds acquired Letšeng in 2006,…
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15 JanuaryEconomy
Israel Diamond Exchange announces diamond-based cryptocurrencies
The Israel Diamond Exchange (IDE) will unveil two new diamond-based cryptocurrencies at the next 2018 International Diamond Week in Israel (IDWI) Created by startup Carats.Io, the group will host a seminar introducing its new diamond-backed financial instruments and explain the benefits it could have for the diamond industry. Carats.Io will…
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