France
France is a major influence on the global jewellery industry, home to luxury houses, skilled manufacturers, and leading trade events that shape international trends. For UK jewellers, designers, and suppliers, France represents both a source of inspiration and a key trading partner, with opportunities in sourcing, collaboration, and market expansion. Jewellery Focus provides coverage of Franceโs role in the trade, including insights into French brands, supply chain connections, and design innovations that impact the UK market.
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Nov- 2012 -15 NovemberCurrent Affairs
Archduke Joseph diamond astonishes bidders, selling for ยฃ13 million
A near perfect diamond has become the most expensive Golconda diamond and also the highest priced carat-for-carat colourless diamond ever, after fetching a massive sum at auction.
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Jul- 2012 -5 JulyProduct Launches
Maurice Lacroix boasts social media success
Maurice Lacroix says it has caused a stir surrounding its first ever sports watch, the Ponto S, using the powers of social media.
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Apr- 2012 -24 AprilEvents
Sothebyโs to lead upcoming auction with the Beau Sancy
On 15 May, Sotheby's Geneva will be holding its sale of Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels, led by the Beau Sancy, "one of the most important historic diamonds ever to come to auction."
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3 AprilManufacturers
Domino wins third prize in bridal category at Platinum Design Awards
British fine jewellery manufacturer Domino has scooped third prize in the Bridal Jewellery category of the Platinum Design Awards competition.
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Feb- 2012 -28 FebruaryEvents
Sothebyโs announces historic diamond for auction headline
Sothebyโs Geneva has announced that one of the most significant diamonds ever to come to auction will lead its sales on 15 May 2012.
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Jan- 2012 -18 January
Antwerp Diamond Trade Fair approaches
The third edition of the Antwerp Diamond Trade Fair (ADTF) opens its doors on 29 January 2012, where some 200 buyers have already secured their slots for the exclusive by-invitation-only diamond trade fair.
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5 JanuaryRetailers
Catherine Jones passes away, aged 95
Catherine Jones, founder of Catherine Jones Jewellery Limited in Cambridge, sadly passed away on 21 December 2011.
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