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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Nov- 2020 -10 NovemberDesigners
Aether creates first ‘air-made’ diamonds
Diamond group Aether has successfully created gemstone quality diamonds out of air, which will launch on the company’s website in December. Using the company’s protected technology, Aether converts excess carbon dioxide air pollution in the atmosphere into “beautiful precious stones”. With this process, Aether said it will be able to…
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10 NovemberInternational
Industry reacts to Argyle mine closure
Western Australia’s Argyle mine closed today (10 October) after more than 30 years of being in operation. The mine, owned by Rio Tinto, was known to have been the source of the world’s most prized pink diamonds, which have gone on to be sold to Ernest Jones and H Samuel…
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9 NovemberInternational
Consumers adapting to new normal, says De Beers
De Beers Group has released its 2020 Diamond Insight Report, which highlights new and accelerated trends in the industry with a focus on consumers adapting to the ”new normal”. The report is based on the outcomes of monthly sentiment surveys with US consumers from March to August, and includes research…
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5 NovemberDesigners
HB Antwerp to design 549-carat diamond for Louis Vuitton
HB Antwerp has announced it will design and polish a 549-carat diamond for French fashion house Louis Vuitton. This will be the diamond-focused technology company’s second collaboration with the luxury good retailer. The diamond in question was found on 1 February in the Karowe mine in Botswana by Canadian diamond…
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2 NovemberAuctions
Christie’s to handle Barbara Allen de Kwiatkowski collection sale
Christie’s has announced it has been chosen to handle The Collection of Barbara Allen de Kwiatkowski, the muse of Andy Warhol. The collection of jewellery, art and design will take place in December later this year, with additional sales taking place in April 2021; including the ‘Magnificent Jewels’ on 8…
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Oct- 2020 -29 OctoberDesigners
Alison Cooper launches Alicia J brand
Entrepreneur Alison Cooper has founded new bespoke jewellery brand Alicia J, with the business officially launching online this month. The bespoke diamond and engagement ring business aims to “help young people navigate the incomprehensible minefield that is buying an engagement ring”. The brand emphasised that personalised pieces will be crafted…
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28 OctoberDesigners
Kimaï launches engagement ring line
London-based fine jewellery brand Kimaï has announced the launch of its first line of engagement rings. The Perfectly Imperfect Collection comes as the group, which uses lab-grown diamonds, said it is “committed to re-educating, re-aligning and re-imagining the diamond industry”. The new collection features six made-to-order pieces designed to “spotlight…
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26 OctoberInternational
Rough diamond demand improves despite lower production, De Beers finds
De Beers has announced that rough diamond production fell by 4% to 7.2 million carats in its third quarter, driven by planned reductions in production to reflect the lower demand for rough diamonds amid the pandemic. It comes as Covid-19 related measures remain in place, according to the group, in…
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23 OctoberAuctions
Christie’s launches series of online auctions
Christie’s is preparing to launch the Geneva Luxury Sales, a series of live and online auctions, which will last from 27 October to 19 November. The “season” of auctions will feature three ‘Jewels’ auctions, one ‘Watches’ sale and a ‘Rare and Fine Wines’ auction. Live auctions (9-10 November), as well…
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15 OctoberE-Commerce
Alison Mardell joins TJA-Connect
Alison Mardell has joined TJA-Connect, the virtual trade showcase that gives jewellery suppliers and service providers a “low cost route” to market and allows retail jewellers and buyers to communicate with each other. The virtual showcase happens regularly throughout the year and includes features which allow retailers and suppliers to…
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