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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Mar- 2022 -2 MarchRetailers
DNW to hold auction in collaboration with Queens of Mayfair
Mayfair Auctioneers’ Dix Noonan Webb has teamed up with nearby Queens of Mayfair for DNW’s auction. DNW holds four auctions of jewellery each year at their Mayfair salerooms, the next sale being Tuesday March 15, 2022. Highlights include a Columbian emerald and diamond necklace which is estimated at £12,000-15,000; a…
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Feb- 2022 -25 FebruaryRetailers
Bradley’s Jewellers named accredited retailer of sustainability rated diamonds
Independent jewellery retail business, Bradley’s Jewellers York, has been named an accredited retailer under the SCS 007 Certified Sustainability Rated Diamond Standard by SCS Global Services, making it the first female-owned retailer in the UK to achieve such status. Led by Kay Bradley on Low Petergate, this new accreditation authorises…
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24 FebruaryRetailers
Engravers Guild of London launches new jewellery brand
Engravers Guild of London, the personalised gifts company, has launched a new jewellery brand, called Myri London. The brand offers a range of personalised necklaces and bracelets which can all be customised with engraving. An initial selection of 120 pieces is offered across silver, 18K gold plate and 18K rose…
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23 FebruaryManufacturers
Petra Diamonds H1 profits surge to $91.1m
Petra Diamonds Limited has reported its adjusted pre-tax profits increased to $91.1m (£66.98m) for the six months ending 31 December 2021 (H1 FY22), compared to $6.5m (£4.77m) in H1 FY21 and an overall loss of $18.3m (£13.45m) for the full year in FY21. However, net profit after tax reduced to…
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16 FebruaryRetailers
VRAI launches Devotion and Tapered Baguette rings
Vrai has announced the launch of its customisable range of diamond rings, including a Tapered Baguette and Devotion band, to “reflect the diversity of love”. The newly launched Tapered Baguette setting is part of Vrai’s Three Stone engagement ring collection. The lines frame two side stones that support the centre…
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15 FebruaryRetailers
Mother of Pearl and Monica Vinader unveil collaboration
Monica Vinader and sustainable luxury fashion jeweller, Mother of Pearl, have collaborated on a 12-piece sustainable jewellery collection. The collection comprises three earrings, two rings, three pendants, two bracelets and two necklaces made in 100% recycled gold vermeil satin finish. All pieces can be layered or stacked together, and they…
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11 FebruaryRetailers
Graff launches ‘Wild Flower’ collection
Graff, the multinational jeweller based in London, has announced the launch of its new ‘Wild Flower’ collection, in tribute to the English Garden and “modern femininity”. The diamond collection comprises earrings, necklace and rings made with floral jewels, and it includes four styles of flowers in different sizes and arrangements,…
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10 FebruaryAuctions
Christie’s jewellery auction reports ‘record’ participation
Christie’s first jewellery auction of 2022, Jewels Online, which ran between 24 January and 9 February achieved a total of $5,183,500 (£3,816,481), with 131% hammer above low estimate and 96% sold by lot. According to the auction house, the sale received “record” participation with the highest number of bidders for any…
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9 FebruaryRetailers
DMR presents new ‘Love Lines’ collection
DMR Jewellery has introduced the new addition to its Valentine’s collection with the launch of its diamond ‘Love Lines’ collection. The collection comprises seven individual pieces of jewellery, including earrings, neckwear and wristwear. Two new styles of earrings have been launched to represent Cupid’s arrow, and customers are able to…
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7 FebruaryFeatures
Spot the difference: lab-grown vs. mined diamonds
When we think of diamonds, it’s rarely in a negative light. Their beauty is infamously captivating, making them the most popular gemstone used in jewellery, and distracting us of their darker past. The lifetime of a diamond isn’t quite as beautiful as the end result. Pertaining to their label of…
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