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- 2012 -25 AprilTrade Organisations
Stand-alone gold marks banned on bonded gold
The British Hallmarking Council (BHC) has recently announced a ban on stand-alone gold fineness marks on bonded gold articles, because they are "potentially confusing and misleading to UK consumers."
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11 AprilCelebrities
Wild Bill star wears Allumer
Charlie Creed-Miles, star of the Dexter Fletcher film Wild Bill, attended the London premiere wearing an Allumer necklace and bracelet.
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Feb- 2012 -22 FebruaryCurrent Affairs
Australia’s largest ever pink diamond found
An Australian mining company believes it has discovered the largest rough pink diamond ever found in the country.
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14 FebruaryCelebrities
Emma Watson wears Annoushka Jewellery
Emma Watson attended the Pre-BAFTA Party at the Savoy Hotel on 10 February, wearing Annoushka Grace earrings, and again to the launch of her new Lancôme 'Rouge in Love' range, which was held at Selfridges, London.
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Nov- 2011 -22 NovemberCelebrities
Kelly Rowland makes TV appearance wearing SHO London
Kelly Rowland appeared on Sunday night's Alan Carr Chatty Man show in a pair of SHO London Coin Chandelier earrings and two Coin Boule rings.
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Oct- 2011 -28 OctoberUncategorized
The Letšeng Star sold for £10.2 million
Gem Diamonds has announced the sale of the world’s 14th largest white diamond on record. Sold into a profit sharing arrangement, the 550 carat, type lla, D colour rough diamond was recovered at the company’s Letšeng mine on 19 August 2011. Known as the Letšeng Star, it is the fourth…
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27 OctoberCelebrities
Joely Richardson wears Annoushka earrings at Anonymous premier
Actress Joely Richardson attended the London premiere of Anonymous this week, wearing Bochic for Annoushka earrings. The shanghai 18 carat white gold, diamond and jade earrings by guest designer Bochic make up part of a range that “strive[s] to capture the essence of the Bochic woman… fresh, chic, distinctive and…
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19 OctoberUncategorized
Vivid Yellow diamond sells for $6.6 million
The pear-shaped fancy Vivid Yellow diamond, weighing approximately 32.77 carats and estimated to achieve between $6 and $8 million (£3.8 and £5 million) was bought by an anonymous bidder at Christie’s New York for $6.6 million dollars (£4.1 million). Head of jewellery Rahul Kadakia commented: “At $201,000 (£127,251) per…
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11 OctoberUncategorized
Chamilia launches charity partnership with Breast Cancer Care
Chamilia has recently announced its partnership with Breast Cancer Care UK. The personalised jewellery brand is launching the partnership with a ribbon bead, featuring a pale pink crystal, to highlight breast cancer awareness. Breast Cancer Care’s corporate partnerships manager Charlotte Young said: “We are delighted that Chamilia are selling this…
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7 OctoberUncategorized
Monica Vinader bracelets in support of Breakthrough Breast Cancer
This week, Monica Vinader has launched Breakthrough Fiji bracelets, designed to support the Breakthrough Breast Cancer charity, which will receive 15 percent from each sale. Available in silver or 18 carat yellow and rose gold vermeil, each bracelet features pink plaited ties, the colour commonly synonymous with breast cancer…
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