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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Oct- 2024 -14 OctoberDesigners
Mouawad unveils Wings of Wonder collection
Mouawad has announced the launch of its latest collection, Wings of Wonder, inspired by butterflies. Handcrafted in 18-carat gold, the ‘Wings of Wonder’ collection features butterfly motifs adorned with shimmering diamonds and a moonstone centrepiece. Each piece also includes an array of gemstones, including mother-of-pearl, malachite, carnelian, and turquoise. The…
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10 OctoberManufacturers
Diamond prices decline in September
Diamond prices dropped in September as the market continued to suffer from an oversupply, according to Rapaport’s RapNet Diamond Index. As a result, Indian manufacturers reduced rough-buying and polished production to rebalance supply and demand. This adjustment also led to a decline in polished inventories, but will take a few…
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Sep- 2024 -13 SeptemberDesigners
Alice Van Cal unveils Halo Jackets
Alice Van Cal has announced the launch of Halo Jackets, new styles which can be attached to stud earrings. The Halo Collection can be mixed and matched with Alice Van Cal’s Stud collection. It has an assortment of choices from Sapphires, Rubies, Emeralds and Diamonds and different halo shapes. Each…
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11 SeptemberDesigners
Tiffany and Co unveils new Pharrell Williams designs
Tiffany and Co has announced the new designs from the Tiffany Titan by Pharrell Williams collection, featuring freshwater pearls. Key pieces include a statement necklace with freshwater pearls and nearly one total carat of diamonds, and a bracelet with freshwater pearls and over two total carats of diamonds. On the…
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5 SeptemberDesigners
Chaumet introduces first traceable Bee My Love pendant
Chaumet has announced that it is introducing a Bee My Love pendant with a Taille Impératrice diamond that’s fully traceable from the rough to the finished jewel. The new piece offers a unique jewel with a fully traced diamond, in accordance with the commitments made by the LVMH group. To…
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2 SeptemberManufacturers
De Beers prepares for next phase of G7 diamond import requirements
De Beers Group has confirmed that it is fully prepared to meet the requirements that now extend to diamonds of 0.5 carats and above, following the expansion of G7 import restrictions on Russian diamonds on 1 September 2024. De Beers’ proprietary Best Practice Principles and Pipeline Integrity standards have long…
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Aug- 2024 -15 AugustAuctions
Certified natural diamond single stone rings up for auction
Richard Winterton Auctioneers has revealed jewellery including two natural diamond rings expected to exceed £6,000 is to be sold next month. This includes a 3.78 carat single stone diamond ring, now estimated at £4,000 to £6,000, and a 1.46ct diamond solitaire, estimated at £2,000 to £3,000. The larger stone is…
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14 AugustManufacturers
Gem Diamonds revenues rise by 9% in H1
Gem Diamonds has reported a 9% increase in revenues to US$77.9m (£60.6m) as it sold 56,944 carats in H1 2024 (H1 2023: 52,163 carats). From 1 January 2024 to 30 June 2024 the group also achieved an average price of US$1,366 (£1063.7) per carat and saw a 10% increase in…
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9 AugustNews
Diamond prices plummet in July
Diamond prices dropped sharply in July amid slow retail sales and an oversupply in India, according to Rapaport’s RapNet Diamond Index. The seasonal summer slowdown also had a negative effect on sales. The RapNet Diamond Index (RAPI™) for 1-carat goods, reflecting round, D to H, IF to VS2 diamonds, slid…
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1 AugustDesigners
Jessica Flinn unveils Tea and Two Sugars pendant
Jessica Flinn has announced the launch of the Tea and Two Sugars Pendant crafted in celebration of National Yorkshire Day. The pendant is expertly crafted from the finest nine-carat recycled white, yellow, or rose gold, shaped into a tea cup and saucer. At its centre is a gemstone representing your…
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