Coloured Gemstones
Coloured gemstones are a dynamic and growing segment of the UK jewellery market, offering jewellers, designers, and wholesalers a broad palette of creative and commercial opportunities. From sapphires and emeralds to tourmalines and spinels, demand for vibrant, ethically sourced stones continues to rise among consumers seeking individuality and sustainability. Jewellery Focus delivers expert coverage on coloured gemstones, including sourcing challenges, market trends, treatment innovations, and insights into how these gems influence design and retail strategies across the trade.
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Apr- 2015 -10 AprilCurrent Affairs
Bonhams proclaims 2015 as ‘year of the coloured gemstones’
Coloured gemstones, such as rubies, sapphires and emeralds are this year’s must-have gems, according to Bonhams. The auction house said that this demand was thanks to their being sported by A-list celebrities such as the Duchess of Cambridge, Beyonce, Naomi Watts, Rosamund Pike and Mila Kunis. Jean Ghika, head of…
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Feb- 2015 -16 FebruaryEvents
London Diamond Bourse to host open day
The London Diamond Bourse (LDB) in the capital’s Hatton Garden area, has set a date for its inaugural open day, taking place on Monday, February 23. In a statement, the bourse said: “The open day will provide a great opportunity for visitors to discover new suppliers, network or simply to…
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Dec- 2014 -18 DecemberCurrent Affairs
Coloured stones in high demand, says Bonhams
Following its fine jewellery auction, Bonhams has reported that coloured stones, notably rubies and sapphires, are experiencing high demand and performing better than expected. At the auction, a pair of Cartier Art Deco ruby and diamond clip brooches, circa 1930, smashed its pre-sale estimate of £80,000 to £120,000, selling for…
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Nov- 2014 -21 NovemberManufacturers
Gemfields’ latest auction records 11% rise in average carat price
Gemfields has announced its rough emerald and beryl auction snared $34.9m (£22.28m) total revenue, the second highest number ever achieved at any higher quality rough auction. The auction, held in Lusaka, Zambia on November 13-17, generated an average realised price of $65.89 (£42) per carat, a new record for higher…
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Jul- 2013 -11 JulyManufacturers
Charities to benefit from new jewellery merchandise designed by students
East London second year jewellery and silversmithing undergraduates were last week put through their paces as part of a groundbreaking project to generate new commercial income for the UK’s charities. Their design efforts were presented at a final judging session spearheaded by Shaun Leane, founder of jewellery masters the House…
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Feb- 2013 -20 FebruaryCelebrities
Mila Kunis announced as Gemfields global brand ambassador
Gemfields has delightedly announced actress Mila Kunis as the company’s new brand ambassador.
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Dec- 2012 -10 DecemberCurrent Affairs
Largest ever 3.15 carat coloured diamond set to be auctioned
A rare 3.15 carat circular-cut coloured diamond is set to be auctioned in New York and is expected to raise between £435,000 and £750,000.
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6 DecemberManufacturers
Gemvision hails UK arrival of Stuller partnership
Stuller – the global jewellery manufacturer and strategic partner of Gemvision – will launch in the UK at the forthcoming Jewellery Show at Spring Fair.
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Nov- 2012 -21 NovemberCurrent Affairs
Gemfields announces ‘proposed acquisition’ of Fabergé Limited
Gemfields has announced its proposed acquisition of a 100 per cent interest in Fabergé Limited – with a view to creating a “globally recognised coloured gemstone champion”.
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Jun- 2012 -27 JuneProduct Launches
Gemfields launches ‘Rare Coloured Gemstones’ campaign
Gemfields has launched its newest global advertising campaign to support its socially and environmentally conscious emeralds and rubies.
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