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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Jan- 2024 -24 JanuaryRetailers
80% of diamond engagement rings lab-grown, says Queensmith
Queensmith has revealed that 80% of the diamond engagement rings it sold in 2023 were lab-grown. The company believes this is because lab-grown diamonds allow consumers to purchase larger carat weights and higher quality diamonds. Also because they are a more environmentally friendly and sustainably sourced alternative to mined diamonds.…
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22 JanuaryDesigners
Alice Van Cal unveils Ortus Motherโs Day collection
Alice has announced the launch of its new collection named Ortus which has been released in anticipation of Motherโs Day. The collection includes a range of three bracelets which come in different metals with different gems. The first variation of the bracelet is a diamond and yellow sapphire in 18…
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22 JanuaryRetailers
Bradleyโs instals 6 ft ice sculpture to celebrate new Surprise Locket Pendant
Independent jewellery business Bradleyโs Jewellers is set to install a six-foot-tall ice sculpture on Low Petergate inspired by its latest piece, Fabergรฉ x Bradleyโs Robin Egg Surprise Locket Pendant, which is available for pre-order throughout the year. The 18k gold jewellery piece represents the continued collaboration between Fabergรฉ and Kay…
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19 JanuaryTrade Organisations
London Diamond Bourse unveils leadership changes
The London Diamond Bourse has announced significant changes within its council of management and has appointed David Troostwyk as joint president and Charlotte Rose as vice president. Current vice president Troostwykโs appointment comes after Alan Cohen, the current president, announced that this year would mark his final term in office.…
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18 JanuaryDesigners
Pomellato unveils Free Gems
Pomellato has unveiled its latest collection, the โPomellato e le pietre libereโ or Free Gems collection. The collection is Pomellatoโs distinctive approach to diamond jewels notable for the organically irregular pavรฉ setting developed by the house. Pomellatoโs gem setters select diamonds in different sizes and shades and carefully set them…
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18 JanuaryRetailers
Beaverbrooks unveils refurbished Leeds store
Family-owned national diamond, jewellery and watch retailer, Beaverbrooks, has unveiled its refurbished Leeds store located on Commercial Street in addition to its newly expanded Tag Heuer boutique, following a ยฃ1.5m investment. The 1,300 sq. ft. Beaverbrooks store, which is the retailerโs first store to be set across two floors, features…
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17 JanuaryManufacturers
De Beers reduces diamond prices by 10% to improve demand
De Beers has reportedly cut its diamond prices by 10% to increase demand and revive gem sales, Bloomberg has reported. The hefty price reductions come as competition from lab-grown diamonds increased. The industry nearly came to a halt last year as the two largest miners virtually stopped producing in an…
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16 JanuaryRetailers
Beaverbrooksโ luxury brand Loupe opens second store
Beaverbrooksโ fine jewellery and watch brand Loupe has launched its second boutique in Croydon London, which opened on Friday 12 January 2024. Loupe is a thoughtfully curated concept by Beaverbrooks, the 105-year-old family-owned jewellers with 87 stores nationwide. A project over five years in the making, with a total investment…
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15 JanuaryDesigners
Von Kรถck unveils new Valentines lines
Austrian jeweller Von Kรถck has unveiled two new lines ahead of Valentine’s Day. The first line is called Am Ohre and is Von Kรถck’s first customised jewellery line offering 17 different precious and semi-precious jewels. Von Kรถck has selected four stones to choose from; synthetic ruby, green quartz prasiolite, synthetic…
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10 JanuaryDesigners
Bucherer launches new diamond solitaires
Bucherer Fine Jewellery has announced the launch of its new diamond solitaires as part of the Joy, Heaven, 1888 and Allure collections. All the pieces in the Joy Collection boast sparkling details and can be customised. The colour, carat, cut and purity of the diamonds can be individually selected, as…
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