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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Jul- 2015 -2 JulyCrime
Thieves steal £570k worth of diamonds from Hong Kong Jewellery and Gem Fair
Some £570,000 (HK $6.9m) worth of jewellery – mostly diamonds – has been stolen in a string of thefts at the Hong Kong Jewellery and Gem Fair, according to reports from a Chinese newspaper. The South China Morning Post reported that 17 thefts took place over the four-day show –…
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2 JulyDesigners
BJA Fairtrade ‘I Do’ competition winner announced
Jessica Mead, design assistant at Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery has won the BJA Fairtrade ‘I Do’ competition. UK designers were asked to draw up a matching wedding and engagement ring set in Fairtrade gold featuring a 50pt round brilliant-cut lab certified diamond and up to ½ a carat of small…
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1 JulyAppointments
RJC appoints Andrew Bone as executive director
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has appointed a new executive director, Andrew Bone, as part of the organisation’s ongoing management restructure. Bone, who has extensive experience in the diamond and marketing sectors, has previously worked at De Beers and was also behind many industry initiatives including the Kimberley Process, the…
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Jun- 2015 -24 JuneOpinion
SOAPBOX: Over-grading must be stamped out
The global diamond industry is currently facing a range of tough challenges. But, says ERNIE BLOM, the issue of apparent over-grading of diamonds by some labs must be treated as a priority. As you would expect from an organisation such as the World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB), which represents…
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19 JuneCelebrities
David Hasselhoff launches new Tresor shop in Hatton Garden
Tresor Paris has opened a dedicated retail premises on Hatton Garden, London’s famous jewellery quarter. Former Baywatch star and Hollywood stalwart David Hasselhoff officially opened the new store, in the company of a coterie of other celebrity faces including Hayley Roberts, Lady Victoria Hervey, Made in Chelsea star Tiff Watts, Big…
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18 JuneEvents
Sponsors amongst biggest winners at UK Jewellery Awards
The UK Jewellery Awards recognised the achievements of the great and the good of the jewellery industry last night, with two of the event’s leading sponsors netting three of the most prestigious gongs. Around 650 figures from across the jewellery industry gathered at the Tower of London for the ceremony,…
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17 JuneProduct Launches
Serendipity Diamonds launches CanadaMark diamond engagement rings
Serendipity Diamonds, a UK-based diamond and jewellery supplier, has added traceable, ethically-sourced CanadaMark diamond engagement rings as part of its offering. The company said it created its first 100% traceable diamond engagement ring commission earlier this month – using a combination of Fairtrade Gold and CanadaMark diamonds. CanadaMark diamonds are…
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8 JuneRetailers
Lumbers Jewellers set for £1m relocation
Midlands-based jeweller Lumbers has announced plans to expand its store with a £1m relocation and refurbishment. The family-owned jewellery retailer said it will move from its current location to a larger showroom on the main high street in Leicester. The move will see Lumbers increase in size from its current…
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8 JuneInternational
WFDB to discuss co-operation with new Diamond Producers’ Association
The president of the World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) has said the upcoming presidents meeting between his body and the International Diamond Manufacturers’ Association will be used as an opportunity to discuss cooperating with the new Diamond Producers’ Association (DPA). Ernie Blom said: “I am looking forward to meeting some…
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4 JuneNews
Read the latest issue of Jewellery Focus
The latest issue of Jewellery Focus is now available to view online. Have a peruse of the contents below, and then hit the blue button at the bottom of this article to go to the issue viewer. Roundup Page 7 Industry News From store openings to hallmarking figures, we provide…
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