Chains
Chains are a core component of the jewellery trade, essential for both standalone pieces and as part of necklaces, bracelets, and other designs. For UK jewellers, manufacturers, and suppliers, understanding trends in chain styles, materials, and consumer preferences is key to meeting market demand. Jewellery Focus provides detailed coverage on chains, including product launches, design innovations, manufacturing techniques, and insights into supply chain and sourcing developments that affect this vital category.
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Dec- 2025 -24 DecemberManufacturers
Platinum jewellery demand holds up despite price volatility
Global demand for platinum jewellery has remained resilient in the third quarter of 2025 despite volatility in precious metal prices, according to the latest Platinum Jewellery Business Review from Platinum Guild International (PGI). PGI said elevated gold prices continued to weigh on overall jewellery demand, but platinum gained share in…
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15 DecemberAppointments
Responsible Jewellery Council appoints new standards committee co-chairs
The Responsible Jewellery Council has appointed Sara Yood and Eduard Stefanescu as co-chairs of its standards committee, as the organisation continues work on updating its global responsible business standards. Yood is president and chief executive of the Jewellers Vigilance Committee, while Stefanescu is sustainability manager at precious metals firm C.HAFNER.…
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Nov- 2025 -19 NovemberTrade Organisations
RJC appoints Purvi Shah as executive director
The Responsible Jewellery Council has appointed Purvi Shah as its new executive director, with her tenure due to begin on 7 February 2026. Shah, who has more than 15 years’ experience in sustainability and responsible business practice across the jewellery sector, has played a central role in shaping Environmental, Social…
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11 NovemberDesigners
Loquet London launches winter jewellery collection
Jewellery brand Loquet London has unveiled its new Winter Collection, featuring designs inspired by the moon and natural forms. At the centre of the range is the Lunar Cushion Locket, handcrafted in 18-carat gold and illuminated by a single cushion-cut diamond. The circular locket is edged with smaller diamonds and…
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Oct- 2025 -31 OctoberRetailers
Pragnell launches new handcrafted charms collection
British jeweller Pragnell has launched new designs within its handcrafted Charms collection, expanding the range with astrological, symbolic and talismanic pieces made in its English workshops. The latest additions include constellation and zodiac charms, and religious and cultural symbols such as the Ankh Cross, Endless Knot and Hand of Fatima. …
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27 OctoberAuctions
Nathalie Kelley launches Pure Earth’s 2025 Pure Gold Auction necklace
Actress and environmental activist Nathalie Kelley has designed a bespoke jewellery piece for Pure Earth’s 2025 Pure Gold Auction, created to raise awareness of mercury-free gold mining and responsible sourcing. The necklace, made from 18-carat Fairmined gold, was produced in collaboration with Peruvian jewellery designer Andrea José. The gold was…
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8 OctoberManufacturers
De Beers launches Desert Diamonds jewellery line
De Beers Group has introduced Desert Diamonds, its first new jewellery concept in over 10 years, supported by the company’s largest category marketing campaign. The concept, described by De Beers as a new “beacon”, was first presented at the JCK Las Vegas Show earlier this year. It features natural diamonds…
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Sep- 2025 -19 SeptemberTrade Organisations
Responsible Jewellery Council launches first global retail campaign
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has launched its first retail campaign to help members promote sustainability and responsible business practices to consumers worldwide. The campaign, branded under the hashtags #LoveResponsibleJewellery and #LoveResponsibleWatches, provides retail members with communication kits for use in stores and across social media. To coincide with the…
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3 SeptemberProduct Launches
Edinburgh Assay Office launches ‘Hallmarking 2.0’ digital pilot
The Edinburgh Assay Office (EAO) has launched Hallmarking 2.0, a proof-of-concept project to bring hallmarking into the digital era by linking it with blockchain technology and Digital Product Passports. The new scheme creates a unique physical and digital identifier at the point of hallmarking, allowing each item to be tied…
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Jul- 2025 -22 JulyRetailers
Loquet launches new summer charms
Loquet has unveiled a collection of lockets and charms for summer, including designs featuring cherries, pink cocktails and diamonds. According to the London-based jewellery brand, founded in 2013 by environmentalist and columnist Sheherazade Goldsmith, each piece is crafted in 18-carat gold and designed to hold personal meaning. New additions include…
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