Certification
Certification in the jewellery trade refers to the formal validation of materials, processes, and expertise—from gemstone grading reports and precious metal fineness marks to professional qualifications and ethical supply-chain endorsements. These credentials matter to UK jewellery professionals for establishing trust, ensuring compliance, and supporting premium pricing. Jewellery Focus delivers in-depth coverage of certification in all its forms, including lab reports (GIA, IGI), UK hallmarking, Fairtrade/Fairmined and sustainability seals, accreditations from Gem‑A and other bodies, plus courier and security compliance standards. We explore how certification shapes sourcing decisions, retail disclosure obligations, consumer confidence, and regulatory audits—helping retailers, designers, gem dealers, manufacturers, and valuers understand pathways to accreditation and leverage trust-enhancing credentials in the UK market.
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Nov- 2023 -6 NovemberRetailers
Kiki McDonough receives RJC certification
Kiki McDonough Ltd has been recently certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC). As an RJC member, the brand commits to operating its business in accordance with the RJC Code of Practices Standard by integrating ethical, human rights, social and environmental considerations into its day-to-day operations, business planning activities and…
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Aug- 2023 -11 AugustDesigners
Lebrusan Studio launches new Amare Collection
Ethical jewellery brand Lebrusan Studio has launched its new Amare Collection of love rings. Amare consists of four wedding bands; the Florere, the Rosa, the Marquise and the Laurus. The firm said the collection is defined by traditional British craftsmanship and recurring features include milgrain beading, marquise shaped diamond settings…
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8 AugustAppointments
International Gemological Institute appoints new global CEO
International Gemological Institute (IGI), a Blackstone portfolio company, has announced the appointment of Tehmasp Printer as its new global CEO, effective 1 October 2023. The news comes after Roland Lorie, current CEO, decided to step down after spending nearly five decades building the “largest” network of gemological laboratories and schools…
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Jul- 2023 -27 JulyDesigners
Chupi launches limited-edition release of grey diamond rings
Chupi has launched its third release of limited edition grey diamonds featuring a galaxy of carbon inclusions and ranging in shades of opalescent white, silky grey, and dark and stormy tones. As part of the release, Chupi has created three “one-of-a-kind” designs: The Hero, The Dewlight, and a new Marquise…
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24 JulyDesigners
Charlotte Cornelius Jewellery achieves Butterfly Mark
Bespoke jewellery designer Charlotte Cornelius Jewellery in Portsmouth has achieved the Positive Luxury Butterfly Mark. Since 1998, Charlotte Cornelius Jewellery has used ethical and sustainable practices to create ‘Jewellery for Life’ under the creative and business leadership of its eponymous founder. The brand has also incorporated circular economy into…
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3 JulyRetailers
Otiumberg achieves B-Corp certification
British jewellery brand Otiumberg has achieved B Corp certification following two years of dedicated work towards the accreditation by founder and brand director Rosanna Wollenberg. By becoming B Corp certified, Otiumberg is “reinforcing” its ongoing commitment to environmental and social actions, transparency and accountability. Otiumberg has achieved a B Impact…
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Jun- 2023 -29 JuneNews
Birmingham Assay Office signs tech deal with CIBJO
The Birmingham Assay Office and The World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) have announced a new partnership, establishing a framework for technical cooperation between the two organisations aimed at enhancing the global jewellery industry. It was signed in Birmingham by Doug Henry, CEO and assay master at the Birmingham Assay Office and…
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19 JuneRetailers
Anne Sisteron achieves Butterfly Mark
Fine jewellery brand Anne Sisteron has achieved the Positive Luxury Butterfly Mark. To achieve the Butterfly Mark, companies must achieve a minimum of 50% in each area of ESG assessment. Anne Sisteron achieved 67% in environment, 57% in social and in governance. Sustainability, charitability and the championing of women are…
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Mar- 2023 -2 MarchNews
New Trustmark Scheme relaunched in March
The world’s first consumer online assurance scheme for the jewellery industry, the Trustmark Scheme, relaunched on 1 March with the support of all four UK Assay offices for the first time. It was first launched in 2012 by the Edinburgh Assay office to reassure consumers that hallmarked jewellery was not…
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Feb- 2023 -27 FebruaryDesigners
Steven Stone launches The Stone Lab
Steven Stone has announced the launch of The Stone Lab, a boutique jewellery company with a “mission to create unique pieces of lab grown and moissanite jewellery that will stand the test of time”. Founded in 1937, Steven Stone has built its reputation on high quality, personalised service, and specialises…
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