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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Aug- 2021 -5 AugustRetailers
Gembridge unveils new ethical policies
Gembridge has revealed new policies for listing coloured gemstones on its digital trading platform. The policies cover disclosure, ethical practices and responsible sourcing, to support online purchasing and improve transparency within the trade. The new policy “Trade With Trust” also aims to ensure that the attributes of each stone are…
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Jul- 2021 -28 JulyEvents
NAJ names Continental UK as headline sponsor
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has named fine jewellery supplier Continental UK as its NAJ Summit headline sponsor. Based in Hong Kong, Continental has operated within the UK market for over 45 years through a customer service team in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire. The group is known for its 9k illustration…
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May- 2021 -26 MayRetailers
Garrard expands Middle East presence
Garrard has announced that it has expanded its presence across the Middle East with a new store debuting in Kuwait at the Ali Bin Ali Luxury Boutique. A curated selection of the retailer’s jewels will be showcased at the new store with many pieces available for the Gulf Cooperation Council…
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10 MayRetailers
Gembridge appoints new Australian ambassador
Gembridge has announced that it has appointed Mark Tremonti as the new group ambassador in Australia to help further develop the business. Tremonti is a dealer in rare gemstones and coloured diamonds, who helped open new gateways to gemstone trade in Asia and helped build trading networks in the US…
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4 MayRetailers
CGWG launches new sustainability platform
The Coloured Gemstones Working Group (CGWG) has announced the launch of the Gemstones and Jewellery Community Platform. The platform, developed by sustainability consulting firm TDI Sustainability together with the CGWG, is an open and available resource centre for the entire gemstone and jewellery industry. The platform is freely available to…
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Apr- 2021 -27 AprilRetailers
Gembridge appoints new brand ambassador
Gembridge has announced the appointment of Ioannis Alexandris as brand ambassador for Germany. Alexandris is a gemstone and antique jewellery dealer and communications committee chair for The International Coloured Gemstone Association (ICA). He will join the network of Gembridge industry ambassadors from around the world. He is currently the CEO…
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20 AprilAppointments
Gembridge appoints Chinese ambassador
Gembridge has announced the appointment of Chen Shen, a specialist in Colombian emeralds and a board member of the International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) to expand its business in China. Shen will join a network of Gembridge industry ambassadors in the United States, Europe, South America, the Middle East and…
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12 AprilEvents
Fuli Gemstones to feature in Hainan jewellery convention
Fuli Gemstones has announced that it will participate in the Hainan International Convention and Exhibition Center show from 7 to 10 May 2021. The fair will bring together well-known luxury companies from around the world to display an array of jewellery and gemstones. The exhibition will focus on fashion, jewellery,…
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Mar- 2021 -24 MarchAuctions
Christies to hold Magnificent Jewels Auction in April
Christie’s has announced it will be holding the Magnificent Jewels live auction on 13 April and an online sale from 8-20 April which will include 217 lots, with estimates ranging from $10,000 (£7,290) to $2.5m (£1.8m). The auction will include a selection of colourless diamonds, coloured diamonds, and gemstones, along…
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2 MarchAuctions
Christie’s launches Michele della Valle sale
Christie’s has announced the launch of its Colorful Whimsy: Jewels by Michele della Valle online sale, which opens for bidding tomorrow (3 March) and closes on 17 March 2021. The sale will include 65 jewels by Michele della Valle, which highlight the artist’s use of “dazzling” coloured gemstones which “bring…
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