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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Oct- 2024 -18 OctoberManufacturers
De Beersโ GemFair purchases its 10,000th diamond
De Beers Group has announced that GemFair, its programme focused on developing a responsible sourcing model for the artisanal and small-scale diamond mining sector, has reached the key milestone of purchasing its 10,000th diamond since launching in 2018. GemFair aims to support the formalisation of the artisanal sector by raising…
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14 OctoberRetailers
Astrea London to open new boutique in Fairmont Windsor Park
Luxury jewellery brand Astrea London is set to open a stand-alone boutique within the entrance lobby of the Fairmont Windsor Park. The boutique will be the first store in the world located within a luxury hotel dedicated to sustainable and lab-grown diamonds. Set to open in mid-October 2024, the boutique…
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11 OctoberNews
SCS and iTraceiT to launch new sustainability and traceability certificate
SCS Global Services, a third-party sustainability certification provider, and iTraceiT, a provider of traceability solutions for the diamond and jewellery sector, are collaborating on development of the first hybrid sustainability and traceability certificate for diamonds and jewellery. It will combine SCS Sustainability Rated Diamonds Certification data with iTraceiTโs traceability technology…
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10 OctoberManufacturers
Diamond prices decline in September
Diamond prices dropped in September as the market continued to suffer from an oversupply, according to Rapaportโs RapNet Diamond Index. As a result, Indian manufacturers reduced rough-buying and polished production to rebalance supply and demand. This adjustment also led to a decline in polished inventories, but will take a few…
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9 OctoberRetailers
Pomellato unveils Mora and Mosaico collections
Pomellato has unveiled two capsule collections, Mora and Mosaico, in celebration of Pomellato’s rich heritage and artisanal mastery. The new collections, which forms a part of the โMemorie dโ Archivoโ – Archival Memories, revisits and reinvents two โbelovedโ collections from 1996 and 1997. At the core of these collections lies…
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4 OctoberRetailers
Emeralds Brits favourite diamond alternative, Glamira finds
Emeralds are the UKโs favourite diamond alternative with an average of 38,022 Google searches a month, according to data from Glamira.co.uk. The second most popular gemstone alternative to diamond rings is sapphire with an average of 29,810 searches a month. Moissanite rings are in third place with an average of…
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4 OctoberDesigners
Kiki McDonough launches Special Editions collection
British jewellery brand Kiki McDonough has announced the launch of the new Special Editions collection for 2024 on 6 November 2024. The collection features earrings, necklaces, rings and bracelets in combinations of diamonds and gemstones, including Green Beryls and Morganites. According to Kiki McDonough, the range has been inspired by…
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2 OctoberRetailers
Dialog announces collaboration agreement with Disons Gems Inc
Dialog Solutions has announced that it has agreed a partnership with Disons Gems Inc which will see Disons become a premier vendor on the Dialog Platform. Dialog is a diamond and diamond jewellery subscription service and the partnership will mean that customers will have access to Disons products. Originally launched…
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2 OctoberRetailers
Signet Jewellers CEO to step down
Global diamond jewellery retailer Signet Jewellers has announced that after 12 years at the company, Virginia C. Drosos is planning to retire as CEO and as a member of the board, effective 4 November 2024. Following a thoughtful succession planning and search process, the board has appointed J.K. Symancyk to…
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1 OctoberRetailers
Astrea launches Eternal and LโAmour collections
Astrea London has announced the launch of two new lab-grown diamond collections, Eternal and LโAmour. The Eternal Collection features different diamond pieces, including tennis bracelets, stud earrings, and eternity rings, designed for everyday style. Meanwhile, the LโAmour range boasts an exclusive offering of engagement rings and menโs jewellery. With their…
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