Diamond
Diamonds remain the cornerstone of the global jewellery trade, shaping trends and driving consumer demand across all market segments. For UK jewellers, designers, wholesalers, and manufacturers, staying informed about developments in the diamond sector is critical to navigating supply chain dynamics, pricing fluctuations, and shifting consumer preferences. Jewellery Focus provides comprehensive coverage of the diamond industry, including market analysis, ethical and lab-grown alternatives, regulatory changes, and insights into sourcing and sustainability. From the latest trends in diamond jewellery to updates from major producers and distributors, our reporting equips trade professionals with the knowledge to make informed commercial decisions.
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Apr- 2018 -12 AprilEconomy
Diamond prices slow in March after events ‘impacted on confidence’
Diamond prices stabilised in March, but sentiment softened after a positive start to the year, says Rapaport. The international diamond network, said dealers were “disappointed with the Hong Kong diamond show and a major bank fraud involving two Indian jewellery companies impacted on confidence”. The RapNet Diamond Index (RAPI) for…
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10 AprilFeatures
Generation Z – the next wave of jewellery consumers
Jewellery brands have spent the best part of a decade coming to terms with the Millennial consumer. Sons and daughters of the baby boomer generation, they were vastly different to what had came before them in terms of tastes and habits, and brands scrambled to adapt to new preferences in…
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9 AprilRetailers
Obituary: Michael John Marsh (Mike) of P.A Jewellery
Michael John Marsh (Mike) of P.A Jewellery, passed away on 9th February, aged 70 years in St. Luke’s Hospice, surrounded by his family. Mike didn’t intend on a career as a jeweller and came to the industry by luck. In 1976 whilst working in insurance he visited a potential client…
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6 AprilAuctions
Two ‘brilliant cut’ 50ct diamonds to be auctioned by Sotheby’s
Sotheby’s diamonds has announced that two 50ct brilliant cut diamonds are to be auctioned in Geneva this May. The first of the two stones is a round, brilliant cut diamond which, at 51.71ct, and ranks as the second largest D Flawless brilliant-cut diamond ever to have appeared at auction. The…
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4 AprilDesigners
Chapelle Jewellery to open new Portsmouth store
Jewellery retailer Chapelle Jewellery has announced that it will open a new flagship store at Gunwharf Quays Designer Outlet, Portsmouth. The approximately 1,000 sq ft jewellery store will offer a wide range of jewellery, from diamond engagement rings to fashion pieces. The store will also feature designer watch brands from…
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Mar- 2018 -26 MarchEvents
Laings launches Edinburgh outlet boutique
Luxury Jewellers, Laings, has launched its own outlet boutique for a limited time in Edinburgh. The boutique located on 25 Frederick Street is only open from now until August. As part of the opening Laings are offering up to 75% off a selection of its jewellery. Home to a selection…
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22 MarchInternational
Forevermark to build presence in Europe after strong 2017 performance
De Beers Group has announced that its Forevermark diamond brand will enter the German market for the first time and is in advanced-stage discussions with potential partners in France and Italy. In Germany, Forevermark is partnering with Heinz Mayer, an Idar-Oberstein-based diamond jewellery specialist. Heinz Mayer will launch the Forevermark…
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21 MarchAdvice
Zip up your website
Too many jewellers think of their website as a necessary evil. “We cannot compete with those large jewellery websites like Amazon so why make the investment”, is what I hear from most jewellers. They they are correct on one hand. They will sell a fraction of what Amazon and others…
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21 MarchAuctions
Historic diamond ‘The Farnese Blue’ to auction for first time
Historic diamond, ‘The Farnese Blue’, will appear on the market for the first time in its history this spring, after having remained in the same family for over three centuries. Given to Elisabeth Farnese the Queen of Spain, on a diadem that formerly belonged to Marie-Antoinette, the diamond has subsequently…
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20 MarchEvents
GIA Jewellery Career Fair to visit London
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has announced its career event, the GIA Jewellery Career Fair, will take place at the Goldsmiths’ Centre in London on 23 April. Since 1991, the fair has offered those interested in starting or furthering a career in the gem and jewellery industry the opportunity…
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