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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Aug- 2024 -9 AugustRetailers
Michael Jones Jewellers unveils ยฃ3m refurb
Michael Jones Jewellers in Northampton has reopened its store following a ยฃ3m refurbishment. With the expansion and refit of its One Gold Street home, the company has created a luxurious new high-end destination for customers. The original showroom has been transformed into a dedicated Rolex area over two floors with…
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8 AugustManufacturers
Royal Mint unveils new e-waste gold extracting factory
The Royal Mint has announced the launch of a new factory which will extract gold from electronic waste. Located in south Wales, the 3,700 sqm facility uses chemistry from Canadian clean tech company Excir to extract gold from printed circuit boards (PCBs). The factory has scaled the innovative technology from…
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7 AugustProduct Launches
Martinโs Gems to launch new fine jewellery collection in Mayfair
Martin Prinsloo, the master gemstone cutter of London and founder of Martinโs Gems, is set to launch his new fine jewellery collection on 30 August 2024 at the Chesterfield Hotel in Mayfair. โThe gem makes the jewelโ is what Prinsloo strongly believes, this motto then was also the focal point…
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6 AugustDesigners
Liz Crow London unveils the Resilient Collection
Liz Crow London has announced the launch of the Resilient Collection inspired by the Eastern wisdom of the Tao. With 16 pieces in total, the collection offers 3 hoops, 3 statement earrings, a pair of studs, 2 small everyday rings, 2 statement rings, a statement necklace, 2 daytime necklaces, and…
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5 AugustRetailers
Monica Vinader launches first fully traceable aquamarine collection
Demi-fine jewellery brand Monica Vinader has announced the launch of its first fully traceable aquamarine collection, Odyssey, in partnership with Zimbaqua, Africaโs first gemstone mine managed and mined by a women only team, located in Karoi, Zimbabwe. The Odyssey collection is crafted with bold cuts of faceted aquamarine set in…
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2 AugustRetailers
Loquet launches new friendship charms
Loquet has expanded its charm collection with the launch of its new friendship charms. According to Loquet, these charms are designed to capture the โessence of friendships and fun in the sunโ. The range features an 18k pale rose gold martini glass set with pink sapphires and a yellow gold…
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1 AugustDesigners
Jessica Flinn unveils Tea and Two Sugars pendant
Jessica Flinn has announced the launch of the Tea and Two Sugars Pendant crafted in celebration of National Yorkshire Day. The pendant is expertly crafted from the finest nine-carat recycled white, yellow, or rose gold, shaped into a tea cup and saucer. At its centre is a gemstone representing your…
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Jul- 2024 -31 JulyTrade Organisations
Q2 gold jewellery consumption negatively impacted by record price
Record gold price took its toll on Q2 jewellery consumption as volumes fell 19% to a four-year low of 391 tonnes, according to the latest World Gold Councilโs Gold Demand Trends report. In value, Q2 jewellery demand measured US$29bn (ยฃ22.5bn). That was 4% lower y/y as the sharp rise in…
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30 JulyDesigners
Mouawad unveils ‘Sun of the Seven Wonders’ collection
Mouawad has announced the launch of its latest novelty collection, inspired by the mesmerising โSun on the Seven Wondersโ. Each of the pieces in the collection have been crafted to reflect the โsplendour of the sun’s rays dancing across the Seven Wondersโ. In all the pieces the sun is symbolised…
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30 JulyRetailers
Astrid and Miyu launches new Lucky Charm collection
Astrid and Miyu has launched its new Lucky Charm collection as part of its Q3 product launches. The new collection features meaningful charms and jewellery to โattract good fortuneโ, including a range of lucky charm motifs, such as horseshoes, clovers and pearls. As part of the collection, Astrid and Miyuโs…
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