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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Feb- 2025 -19 FebruaryManufacturers
Céline Assimon steps down as De Beers CEO
De Beers CEO Céline Assimon has stepped down from her role after nearly five years. Assimon joined De Beers in September 2020 and succeeded former CEO François Delage. A year later,she was appointed as the head of both De Beers Jewellers and De Beers Forevermark. Prior to joining De Beers,…
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18 FebruaryDesigners
Atelier VM confirms Tota Pulchra relaunch
Atelier VM has announced the relaunch of its latest customisable jewellery piece, Tota Pulchra. First unveiled in 2019, the 9kt gold Tota Pulchra bracelet is returning with Atelier VM’s new customisable approach. The piece is customised using lamination and laser engraving and includes a Grumetta chain as a brace. Atelier…
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18 FebruaryDesigners
Giovanni Raspini launches four new ranges as part of SS25 collection
Giovanni Raspini has launched its new Spring-Summer 2025 collection, which features four new ranges: Animalier, Blade Colour, Selene, and Daisy Pearl. The Animalier collection is inspired by nature and features motifs from the animal kingdom, including crocodile, leopard, lion, chameleon and elephant. The collection includes 16 pieces: seven rings, two…
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17 FebruaryEconomy
Average diamond price rose 2.7% in 2024
The average price of a diamond rose 2.7% to $2,360 (£1872) in 2024, according to data from the Natural Diamond Council (NDC). Furthermore, overall jewellery sales across all product segments grew 5.2% in 2024. Round diamonds still accounted for 82% of centre stones, oval cuts featured in 165 of engagement…
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17 FebruaryManufacturers
Richard Duffy steps down as Petra Diamonds CEO
Petra Diamonds has announced that Richard Duffy has resigned as CEO and director of the company by mutual agreement and with immediate effect. Vivek Gadodia and Juan Kemp have been appointed as joint interim chief executive officers. Gadodia will have responsibility for all group corporate matters and Kemp will have…
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14 FebruaryManufacturers
January diamond prices drop in slow market
The diamond market was slow in January, with mixed reports about holiday sales, according to Rapaport’s RapNet Diamond Index. Diamond prices declined, with some improvement in 0.30- to 0.50-carat, and 1 carat diamonds — reflecting round D to F, IF to VVS2 goods, which saw a 0.4%, 0.6% and 2.3%…
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13 FebruaryDesigners
Boodles designs the 2025 Grand National Trophy
Boodles has announced that it is designing the Grand National Trophy for the 2025 Randox Grand National at Aintree Racecourse. This year’s trophy “captures the essence” of Randox, the Grand National’s sponsor, through its Biochip-inspired design, symbolising innovation, cutting-edge technology. Boodles designers wanted to pay homage to the iconic Aintree…
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12 FebruaryDesigners
Atelier VM unveils the Virtuosa ring
Atelier VM has announced the launch of its latest creation, the Virtuosa ring, in time for Valentine’s Day. Atelier VM stated that the new ring is inspired by “unique bonds and new unions”. The ring symbolises the union of platinum’s hardness and lustre with the radiant beauty of lab-grown diamonds.…
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11 FebruaryManufacturers
De Beers lowers production guidance amid challenging trading conditions
De Beers Group has lowered its production guidance for 2025 to 20–23 million carats (previously 30-33 million carats), reflecting the challenging rough diamond trading conditions. Although rough diamond sightholder sales for the quarter improved to 4.6-million carats for $543m (£437.1m) in revenue, compared with the 2.8-million carats sold for $230m…
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7 FebruaryRetailers
Berry’s Jewellers to sponsor Willow Burn Hospice Diamonds and Pearls Ball
Berry’s Jewellers has agreed to be the headline sponsor for the Willow Burn Hospice Diamonds and Pearls Ball in March 2024. As a main sponsor, the Newcastle branch of Berry’s Jewellers has donated the main prize for the raffle by gifting the hospice an 18ct White Gold Baguette and Round…
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