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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Jun- 2017 -29 JuneEvents
TH March โdiamond girlsโ go on charity Midnight March
Some 17 women from jewellery trade specialist insurance brokers, TH March, will be taking part in a midnight march for charity. The march will take place this Saturday (1 July) to help raise funds for St Lukeโs Hospice in Plymouth. The ladies have been preparing with healthy lunches, regular walks…
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27 JuneRetailers
Samer Halimeh NY to launch world’s first โsuperyacht shopsโ
Diamond jeweller Samer Halimeh is set to launch โBond Street on the seaโ shops in partnership with SSH Maritime superyachts. The new retail concept of summer boutiques will take place on four SSH Maritime superyachts – Chakra, Serenity, Grand Ocean and Omega. The jeweller has set up pop-up shops in…
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23 JuneEvents
Hancocks London to showcase โrare jewelsโ at Masterpiece London
Retailer Hancocks London is set to showcase some of its most โexceptional and rare jewelsโ at the upcoming Masterpiece London show. The premier showcase for art and antiques will take place on 29 June to 5 July and is aimed at buyers and collectors from all over the world. A…
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22 JuneManufacturers
De Beers to consider investing in start-ups
De Beers Group announced the launch of De Beers Ventures, which has been set up to actively consider the acquisition of minority stakes in start-ups and growth companies. The new initiative will consider small investments in areas that may include downstream distribution, consumer brands, marketing platforms, security, cutting and polishing,…
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20 JuneAuctions
Infamous Bonnie and Clyde ring to be auctioned
A ring once belonging to infamous bank robbers Bonnie and Clyde will be put up for sale as part of a Gangsters, Outlaws and Lawmen auction. The three headed snake ring features green and red jewels and was made by Clyde Barrow while he was imprisoned in Texas. It showcases…
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15 JuneAuctions
Harry Winston ring leads Christieโs London auction
A Harry Winston emerald ring was the highest sale at the Christieโs London Summer Luxury Sales. The rectangular-cut, Colombian 10.23-carat ring went for ยฃ377,000 to an anonymous buyer. It was valued at ยฃ50,000-70,000, five times less than what it sold for. Other jewels sold at the auction included a cushion-shaped…
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13 JuneDesigners
Warrenders Jewellery launches Platinum Anniversary collection
Sutton-based jewellers Warrenders has launched a Platinum Anniversary collection to celebrate its 70 years in business. The family-run company opened in 1947 and offers bespoke jewellery, repairs, valuations and vintage jewellery. The Anniversary Collection comprises a selection of earrings, pendants and rings in a choice of metals including platinum, gold,…
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8 JuneAuctions
Tenner โcar boot saleโ diamond makes ยฃ650k at auction
The diamond ring which was bought for ยฃ10 has been sold at a Sothebyโs auction for ยฃ656,750. The jewel was purchased 30 years ago at a car boot sale at West Middlesex Hospital in Isleworth, west London. The owner wore the ring for years unaware that it was a 26-carat…
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7 JuneAuctions
Christieโs Paris sales sets new world record
Auction house Christieโs has set a new world record with a jewellery sale in Paris. A diamond and platinum Belle Epoque era necklace sold for โฌ1.4m (ยฃ1.2m) despite being originally valued at โฌ5-700,000 (ยฃ430,000-610,000). It was made by Cartier from the Boni De Castellane and Anna Gould collection. The auction…
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6 JuneInternational
IIDGR unveils first synthetic tester for multiple mounted stones
The International Institute of Diamond Grading and Research (IIDGR) has unveiled its new screening device to test multiple synthetic gems, SYNTHdetect. The device, created by the De Beers Group company, is the โfirst in the industryโ with the ability to test multiple mounted stones at once without the need for…
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