Glasgow
Glasgow is a thriving centre for jewellery trade in Scotland, blending historic craftsmanship with a growing network of independent jewellers, designer collectives, and high-street brands. Known for its strong local consumer base and vibrant events scene, the city offers diverse commercial opportunities in both bespoke and everyday jewellery markets. Jewellery Focus reports on Glasgow’s industry landscape, covering new store openings and refurbishments, regional trade exhibitions, design talent showcases, workshop collaborations, and evolving consumer trends. Our trade-led coverage helps retailers, designers, manufacturers, and suppliers understand Glasgow’s market dynamics, sourcing ecosystems, and partnership opportunities—empowering strategic growth in Scotland’s jewellery heartland.
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Jul- 2017 -25 JulyEvents
Nicolle Gavin wins Weston Beamor prize at New Designers
Nicolle Gavin, a 2017 graduate in Jewellery and Silversmithing from Glasgow School of Art, has won the Weston Beamor prize for the best use of CAD combined with casting and hand-finishing techniques at the New Designers Exhibition. Gavin’s work, ‘Order in Chaos’, drew on inspiration from the aesthetics of crystal…
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Jun- 2017 -30 JuneDesigners
Upcoming jewellers recognised at New Designers Awards
Budding designers were given recognition at the first part of the New Designers Awards on 28 June. At a ceremony presented by British ceramicist Keith Brymer Jones awarded industry newcomers with their accolades. Silversmith Andrew Fleming, from the Glasgow School of Art, was given the New Designers Goldsmiths’ Company Silversmithing…
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19 JuneRetailers
Mappin and Webb unveils new flagship store
British jewellers Mappin and Webb has unveiled its new Scottish flagship boutique in Glasgow following a three-month refurbishment. Along with its renovation, the jewellers have acquired a number of exclusive brands and collections to its offerings. The boutique occupies two floors, joined by a marble staircase. It hosts dedicated giftware,…
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Feb- 2017 -20 FebruaryRetailers
Goldsmiths unveils extension to Glasgow store
High street jewellery chain Goldsmiths has unveiled its extended Goldsmiths store in Glasgow, featuring a TAG Heuer shop-in-shop. The 1,200 sq ft store – located in the Buchanan Galleries shopping centre – features a TAG Heuer branded area with a variety of the brand’s latest styles and collections, including the…
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Nov- 2016 -29 NovemberRetailers
Chisholm Hunter to open £8m jewellery store in Edinburgh
Luxury jeweller and diamond specialist Chisholm Hunter is set to open a new £8m jewellery store on Edinburgh’s Princes Street in early December. The premises will have approximately 10,000 square foot of retail space spread across three floors and will include a champagne bar and designated Swiss timepiece room, as…
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21 NovemberEvents
Orkney-based student wins jewellery design competition
A student from the Orkney islands, Scotland, is set to have her range of contemporary jewellery designs brought to life after winning a competition. Historic Environment Scotland partnered with Orkney-based jewellery manufacturer, Ortak, to challenge students across the country to design a range of jewellery inspired by Maeshowe Chambered Cairn…
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Oct- 2016 -6 OctoberQ&A Sessions
Company Q&A: High-value transportation
We sit down with Security Drivers International to find out more about its secure high-value transportation service [divider style=”solid” top=”20″ bottom=”20″] Tell us about the company and how it was set up Security Drivers International, founded in 1995, is a British owned and managed family business. The original founder, John…
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Sep- 2016 -7 SeptemberRetailers
Aurum Holdings opens the Watch Lab in Newcastle
The Watch Lab, part of Aurum Holdings following its recent acquisition, has opened its doors on Northumberland Street in Newcastle. Based within the Monument Wall development, the store represents the seventh Aurum-operated venture in the region joining stores such as the Northern Goldsmiths and Reid & Sons in Newcastle city…
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Jun- 2016 -28 JuneTrade Organisations
Houlden Jewellers founder brings retirement date forward
Houlden Jewellers has announced Stuart Laing, founding director of the group, is bringing forward his retirement date. Originally due to retire in June 2017, Laing and Houlden Jewellers have reached an agreement that as of 1 July 2016 Laing will retire following a recent health scare. A statement from Houlden…
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Apr- 2016 -7 AprilOpinion
SOAPBOX: The wisdom that comes with age versus the enthusiasm of youth
It’s funny how grandparents often have a better relationship with their teenage grandchildren than the parents, I think it’s mutual respect of the differences between generations, whereas we expect our parents to be as cool as us. We wish dad would dance and listen to Radio 1 not 2. So…
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