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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Sep- 2021 -1 SeptemberProduct Launches
Chaumet extends ‘Bee My Love’ collection
The House of Chaumet has announced an extension to its ‘Bee My Love’ collection, taking inspiration from the bee motif. Chaumet claimed that additions highlight ‘the Taille Impératrice’ shaped diamonds, allowing the jewels to mix with the collection’s emblematic pieces. Mirror-polished gold and diamonds are used to represent “the graphic…
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1 SeptemberRetailers
Ernest Jones launches new ‘Love Colour’ collection
Ernest Jones has announced the launch of its new “Love Colour” collection, inspired by the rainbow, which features demi-fine jewellery in 9ct gold. The collection encompasses an array of red, blue and yellow treated diamonds in a variety of earrings, rings, bracelets and necklaces. In addition, the collection launches with…
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Aug- 2021 -27 AugustInternational
De Beers develops Code of Origin programme
De Beers Group has announced the development of its ‘Code of Origin’ programme to provide assurance of natural and conflict free diamonds. The code will ensure that the diamonds have been discovered in Botswana, Canada, Namibia, or South Africa, and has played a “direct role” in the group’s “building forever”…
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26 AugustRetailers
Serena Williams Jewellery to expand globally
KP Sanghvi has announced the international expansion of its Serena Williams Jewellery collection. Building upon its introduction in the US this month, the brand will be vetting new global opportunities in additional markets. The collection includes over 60 sparkling rings, necklaces, earrings, and bracelets set in gold and sterling silver…
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25 AugustRetailers
De Beers partners with National Geographic on conservation project
De Beers has announced a new partnership with the National Geographic to address conservation challenges in Africa and protect the source waters of the Okavango Delta and the lives and livelihoods they support. The five-year commitment, which aims to help protect Africa’s endangered species, will also ensure water and food…
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25 AugustManufacturers
Petra achieves $13.5m for 342 and 18 carat diamonds
Jersey-based mining group Petra Diamonds has announced the sale of a 342.92 carat Type IIa white diamond and an 18.30 carat Type IIb blue diamond have been sold for $13.5m (£9.82m). Discovered at the Cullinan Diamond Mine in South Africa, the diamonds have been sold into a partnership with Stargems,…
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24 AugustInternational
Madestones achieves carbon neutrality
Madestones, the lab-grown diamond company, has announced that the group is now certified as carbon neutral. Provided by CO2-logic, the label has been validated by the international independent certification body Vinçotte. In addition to the label, the process for gaining certification complied with PAS 2060, which sets requirements for achieving…
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16 AugustManufacturers
BlueRock Diamonds discover 56.6 carat diamond stone
BlueRock Diamonds, which owns and operates the Kareevlei Diamond Mine in the Kimberley region of South Africa has announced the discovery of a 58.6 carat stone. Mike Houston, executive chairman for the group stated that the expected sales value of the stone will be “significant” as it is a “D”…
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13 AugustRetailers
Alrosa sees Q2 profits reach £3.1bn amid ‘stronger’ sales
Alrosa has reported that net profit for Q2 climbed 26% QOQ to RUB 30.2bn (£3.1bn) from RUB 24bn (£2.4bn) the previous year as the group experienced a stronger return on sales. Revenue for the period also increased by 3% QOQ to RUB 94bn (£9.5bn) and was primarily driven by a…
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12 AugustRetailers
Ernest Jones launches new engagement ring collection
Ernest Jones has announced that it has enhanced its diamond offering with the addition of the ‘Eternal Diamond: Cut From The Stars’ collection which features 11 engagement ring styles. The new collection, which is priced from £1,599 to £12,500, comprises a centre stone featuring 89 facets (versus the traditional 57…
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