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- 2022 -14 MarchRetailers
Hallmarking surges 127% in February
The total number of hallmarked pieces climbed 127.3% to 852,725 February 2022, up from 375,183 for the same period in 2021. According to the Birmingham Assay Office, Gold hallmarked pieces increased 72.8% to 304,854, against last year’s 176, 420. Silver saw the largest increase in hallmarked pieces, jumping 180.8% year-on-year.…
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11 MarchEvents
Programme of events unveiled for Vicenzaoro this March
Vicenzaoro is set to rally sector institutions, thought leaders and key influencers for five days of talks and conferences on the evolution and prospects of the gold and jewellery industry. The event will take place in Vicenza from 17th to 21st March 2022 during the International Jewellery Show organised by…
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10 MarchEconomy
Brazilian exports of metals, precious stones and jewellery soars by 119%
The total volume of Brazilian metals, precious stones, and jewellery exports to the UK in 2021 soared by 119%, rising 37% by value to reach £648.8m, with demand “overwhelmingly concentrated” in precious stones and gold, according to Apex-Brasil. Metal ore exports also rose significantly, by 116% YOY, to reach £143.3m.…
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10 MarchRetailers
Lark and Berry debuts sister brand
Lark and Berry has announced the launch of Alondra, its new sister brand, in honour of International Women’s Day. The first collection under Alondra is ‘Horizon’ which features Lark and Berry’s created diamonds, black spinel and 18K gold vermeil and silver. All pieces in the Alondra brand are made with…
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4 MarchRetailers
Vrai unveils Divine Solitaires collection
Sustainable fine jewellery brand, Vrai, has announced the launch of its ‘Divine Solitaires’ collection which consist of three diamond shapes, each cut and polished from a 30 carat of rough diamond. The first necklace from Divine Solitaires, the ‘Solitaire Cross’, was introduced in November 2021. The piece was auctioned for…
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3 MarchCurrent Affairs
Gold prices spike amid Russian invasion of Ukraine
Prices of gold have reportedly surged to the highest level in more than a year in the hours after the Russian invasion of Ukraine on 24 February 2022, which the National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) said benefits from its appeal as a “safe haven” to investors. Bullion prices also rose…
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2 MarchEvents
Goldsmiths’ Craftsmanship & Design Awards makes its return
The presentation of the annual Goldsmiths’ Craftsmanship and Design Awards (GC&DC) returned to the Goldsmiths’ Hall in London on 28 Monday February 2022. The awards ceremony, reportedly known as the ‘Jewellery Oscars’, was hosted by British jewellery writer and editor Rachael Taylor. Overall, more than 300 guests were welcomed, including…
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Feb- 2022 -28 FebruaryRetailers
Bradley’s Jewellers launches York Daffodil collection
Bradley’s Jewellers has launched its new York Daffodil jewellery collection inspired by the golden blooms of spring flowers along the historic city’s walls around York minster and at clifford’s tower. Designed by Kay Bradley, owner of Bradley’s Jewellers York, the range of fine jewellery comprises radiant yellow sapphires and burnt…
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28 FebruaryRetailers
Hancocks announces March jewel of the month
Hancocks has revealed its “jewel of the month” for March is a late Georgian gold and amethyst pendant necklace, which dates back from the 1820-30s. The necklace is formed of a “finely made gold chain, each circular link patterned with diagonal lines and joined to multiple others to form a…
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24 FebruaryRetailers
Engravers Guild of London launches new jewellery brand
Engravers Guild of London, the personalised gifts company, has launched a new jewellery brand, called Myri London. The brand offers a range of personalised necklaces and bracelets which can all be customised with engraving. An initial selection of 120 pieces is offered across silver, 18K gold plate and 18K rose…
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