Gold
Gold has long been a pillar of the jewellery industry, prized for its enduring value and versatility across design and manufacturing. For UK jewellers, designers, wholesalers, and suppliers, understanding the gold market is vital amid fluctuating prices, evolving consumer tastes, and growing demand for ethical and recycled materials. Jewellery Focus delivers authoritative coverage on gold, spanning market movements, sustainability initiatives, regulatory developments, and innovations in design and production. From bullion trends to insights into supply chain challenges and opportunities, our reporting supports jewellery trade professionals in making informed business decisions.
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Mar- 2025 -21 MarchAuctions
Victorian 27ct sapphire brooch to be auctioned in Newcastle
Anderson and Garland Auctioneers has announced that it is set to auction a Victorian sapphire and diamond brooch retailed by Wartski with an estimated value of £60,000 to £80,000. The brooch features a circular sapphire cabochon weighing approximately 27.35 carats exhibiting a rare asterism effect under bright light. Encircled by…
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20 MarchManufacturers
Government to review British Hallmarking Council
The UK government has announced that it will commence a review into the British Hallmarking Council (BHC) which will look at the role, remit and governance of the BHC, including options to merge, abolish or reform it. The BHC is an executive, non-departmental public body sponsored by the Department for…
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20 MarchManufacturers
Andre Michael launches crushed gem jewellery range
Hatton Garden-based supplier Andre Michael has launched the “Crushed Collection”, comprising rings and pendants featuring crushed natural coloured gemstones and diamonds. The “white-label” jewellery, set in 18- or 9-carat white or yellow gold, is offered to UK and Irish retailers alongside access to an extensive package of images which they…
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19 MarchFeatures
Poppy Elder on trends shaping the bespoke engagement market
Engagement ring sales have grown by 14% annually, driven by a resurgence in marriages that has reversed years of decline in the UK, according to a new analysis by online diamond retailer 77 Diamonds. Exclusive insights from 77 Diamonds suggest that this post-pandemic wedding surge has continued since 2022. As…
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17 MarchAuctions
£8k Medieval posy ring to be offered at Noonans sale
A Medieval gold posy ring, dating from the 13th or 14th Century, will be offered at Noonans Mayfair and is estimated to fetch £6,000-8,000. The ring was discovered by Richard Girling metal detectorist in Merton, near Thetford in Norfolk in March 2024. The ring was subsequently disclaimed as treasure and…
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14 MarchNews
Hallmarking falls 16.8% in February
The total number of items hallmarked by the four UK Assay Offices dropped 16.8% in February. In total 457,144 pieces of jewellery were hallmarked in February 2025 compared with 549,539 in 2024, a decline of 92,395. Gold hallmarking fell by 7.9% from 260,662 pieces hallmarked down to 240,098. Gold 999…
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13 MarchRetailers
Austen and Blake launches new St Patrick’s Day collection
Austen and Blake has unveiled its new St Patrick’s Day collection with hints of green. The new collection comes as Google trends revealed a 110% increase in searches for ‘St Patrick’s Day outfits for women’. The new collection features a wide selection of emerald pieces, including the Pear Halo engagement…
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13 MarchTrade Organisations
Houlden’s Leaders in Luxury event sees record post-covid attendance
Houlden has revealed that its most recent Leaders in Luxury: The London Legacy event saw a record post-covid attendance alongside a high-impact catwalk showcase. Held at a prestigious Hilton venue, the event brought together members, supplier partners, and leading industry figures. The opening night set the tone with an exclusive…
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10 MarchAppointments
British Hallmarking Council appoints three new members
The Secretary of State for Business and Trade has appointed Kerry Gregory, Sally Leonard and Frederick Toye as the three new members to the British Hallmarking Council from January 2025 for a period of three years. They will work with the chair Noel Hunter, OBE and existing members of council…
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7 MarchRetailers
Atelier VM launches two new collections for Women’s Day
Atelier VM has announced the launch of two new collections Virtuosa and Tota Pulchra in celebration of International Women’s Day. Founded by two women, Marta Caffarelli and Viola Naj-Oleari, in 1998, the new collections are inspired by the designers’ everyday lives – encounters, memories, and travels. According to the duo,…
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