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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Nov- 2011 -10 NovemberEvents
Theo Fennell helps Sudocrem celebrate 80 years
To mark its 80th birthday, Sudocrem Antiseptic Healing Cream will be auctioning a £10,000 charm bracelet designed by Theo Fennell, to raise money for the NSPCC. Theo said: “I loved the idea of designing something for Sudocrem, which appealed to the big baby in me. I hope it raises…
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9 NovemberTrade Organisations
Fairtrade and Fairmined gold certification set for the States in 2012
An international group of jewellery, mining and environmental stakeholders, including the UK’s Greg Valerio, met at the end of last month and agreed on the need to establish the certification of Fairtrade and Fairmined gold in the US market. Aiming for 2012, the group will “undertake a critical examination…
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9 NovemberRetailers
New website to showcase Weston Beamor’s services
Weston Beamor has launched a new website www.westonbeamor.co.uk, designed to “demonstrate the breadth of jewellery making services it now offers its customers.” Weston Beamor director Yvonne Brookes said: “We wanted a site that is easily accessible, clear and easy to use, and which also shows at a glance the…
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7 NovemberDesigners
Harriet Kelsall certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has announced that UK bespoke jeweller Harriet Kelsall Jewellery Design Ltd, has achieved certification by “meeting the ethical, human rights, social and environmental standards as established by the RJC’s Member Certification System.” “Earlier this year we became one of the first 20 jewellers in…
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Oct- 2011 -31 OctoberUncategorized
Sophie Harley growth strategy starts with website re-launch
Jewellery designer Sophie Harley has re-launched her website following 12 months of functionality upgrading. The new site, which “allow[s] for easier navigation and aims to be a continuation of Harley’s studio space,” showcases her collections alongside a bespoke section containing past collections for customers to peruse. Harley said:…
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27 OctoberCelebrities
Joely Richardson wears Annoushka earrings at Anonymous premier
Actress Joely Richardson attended the London premiere of Anonymous this week, wearing Bochic for Annoushka earrings. The shanghai 18 carat white gold, diamond and jade earrings by guest designer Bochic make up part of a range that “strive[s] to capture the essence of the Bochic woman… fresh, chic, distinctive and…
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21 OctoberUncategorized
New London premises for Domino
Domino has expanded its facility in London with the opening of a new trade counter at 26-29 St Cross Street, Hatton Garden. The new premises, which opened at the beginning of October, will provide Domino with the opportunity to display and hold a greater level of stock than was…
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11 OctoberUncategorized
Chamilia launches charity partnership with Breast Cancer Care
Chamilia has recently announced its partnership with Breast Cancer Care UK. The personalised jewellery brand is launching the partnership with a ribbon bead, featuring a pale pink crystal, to highlight breast cancer awareness. Breast Cancer Care’s corporate partnerships manager Charlotte Young said: “We are delighted that Chamilia are selling this…
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7 OctoberUncategorized
Monica Vinader bracelets in support of Breakthrough Breast Cancer
This week, Monica Vinader has launched Breakthrough Fiji bracelets, designed to support the Breakthrough Breast Cancer charity, which will receive 15 percent from each sale. Available in silver or 18 carat yellow and rose gold vermeil, each bracelet features pink plaited ties, the colour commonly synonymous with breast cancer…
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Aug- 2011 -22 AugustUncategorized
High St by Design winners revealed
F. Hinds and International Jewellery London (IJL) have announced the two winners of their 2010/2011 High Street by Design competition.
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