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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Dec- 2022 -15 DecemberDesigners
Suzy Levian unveils new Diamondesque collection
Jewellery designer Suzy Levian has launched her latest collection, Diamondesque, made of cubic zirconia and sterling silver looks that aim to mimic the luxuriousness of fine diamond jewellery at a fraction of the price. The sterling silver white cubic zirconia hoop earrings feature three rows of round cut white cubic…
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13 DecemberRetailers
Irish jeweller teams up with Montblanc for Dublin boutique
Irish jeweller Paul Sheeran has teamed up with luxury retailer Montblanc to open a new boutique in Dublin. The store will be Montblanc’s first in Dublin and will allow Paul Sheeran jewellery to be sold alongside Montblanc’s range of leather accessories. Paul Sheeran Jewellers is an Irish, family owned and…
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9 DecemberRetailers
Pomellato unveils 2022 festive jewellery
Pomellato has unveiled its festive jewellery collection for 2022. It features cabochon gemstones, gold and diamonds with new iconica creations. Among the festive collection includes Iconica Cocktail Rings 2022, fusing traditional jewellery making skills with contemporary Milanese design. Each ring features a large 21-carat oval cabochon of either candy-bright amethyst,…
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9 DecemberDesigners
Boodles announces new firework collection
Jeweller Boodles has announced its latest collection titled firework, taking inspiration from its namesake. The line is set to release on New Years Eve and was inspired by the “explosions of colour and energy” created fireworks in the night sky. According to Boodles it was particularly inspired by the motion…
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6 DecemberRetailers
Laings unveils new High Jewellery range
Laings has launched a collection bringing an offering of high-end, hand-crafted pieces to its customers, The High Jewellery range. It includes an 18ct white gold handcrafted diamond necklet and bracelet, and a necklet featuring 37 round cut diamonds, set with 37 pear cut diamonds in alternating patterns. The matching bracelet…
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5 DecemberRetailers
Lily Arkwright completes new office and showroom move
Lab grown diamond specialist Lily Arkwright has completed a move to a new showroom and new office as it continues its growth. The company has relocated its head office to Towers Mansion within the Towers business park in Didsbury, South Manchester. The new office space includes a newly fitted out…
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5 DecemberRetailers
Latest Cheffins Jewellery sale grosses £369,000
The last Cheffins Jewellery, Silver and Watches Sale of 2022 grossed over £369,000, with the auction seeing a 95% sale rate across the 531 lots offered. It took place on Thursday 24 November at the firm’s sale rooms in Cambridge. Leading the jewellery section was a pair of Burmese ruby…
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1 DecemberRetailers
Lily & Roo reports record breaking November sales
Online jewellery retailer Lily and Roo has reported record-breaking sales in November, with an increase of over 50% YoY. The brand which was founded in 2018 by Brittany Preston, is known for its pearl, pavé and personalised jewellery. The jeweller recently launched a new solid gold and diamond Zodiac collection…
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Nov- 2022 -29 NovemberNews
Birmingham Assay Office teams up with Aston University for KTP
Aston University has teamed up with hallmarking specialists Birmingham Assay Office (BAO) through a knowledge transfer partnership (KTP) aimed at developing a sophisticated intelligent business system. The system will aim to improve operational efficiency and increase BAO’s competitiveness, leading to significant improvements in customer experience. A KTP is a three-way…
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29 NovemberManufacturers
New technology to combat diamond forgeries
Photoscribe Technologies, has secured a patent to ensure the proper identification of diamonds and gemstones, combating forgeries in the jewellery industry with security marks. The company has made major hardware and software upgrades to its LMS-650 Cold Laser system to boost security and optimise quality, accuracy, and speed of the…
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