Goldsmiths
Goldsmiths hold a central place in the UK jewellery industry, whether referring to the skilled artisans shaping precious metals or Goldsmiths, one of the countryโs leading jewellery and watch retailers. For trade professionals, both aspects are vital: the craftsmanship underpinning bespoke and fine jewellery, and the retail strategies driving consumer trends. Jewellery Focus covers goldsmithing as a professionโhighlighting innovations, training, and the preservation of traditional skillsโalongside news and insights on Goldsmithsโ store activity, brand partnerships, financial performance, and strategic developments.
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May- 2020 -21 MayAppointments
The Goldsmiths Company appoints Richard Fox as prime warden
The Goldsmiths Company has announced the appointment of Richard Fox, managing director of Fox Silver, as prime warden. Fox is the 693rd prime warden of the Goldsmithsโ Company โ a new prime warden is elected every year. He is the first prime warden in the Companyโs history to take office…
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18 MayCoronavirus
Assay offices reopen following temporary closures
All four assay offices across the UK have now resumed assay services following their temporary closure in light of the ongoing pandemic.ย The British Hallmarking Council confirmed that opening hours and arrangements are now being โmanaged carefully in line with government advice to ensure the welfare of staff and the…
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1 MayCoronavirus
Pandemic โadversely impactingโ designers, says GC and DC
The ongoing pandemic is โadverselyโ impacting designer-makers across the UK, according to a recent survey carried out by The Goldsmithsโ Craft and Design Council (GC and DC). In response to the survey, the council is now set to announce a series of new initiatives to โsupport, connect and inspire isolated…
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Apr- 2020 -28 AprilCoronavirus
IJL extends deadline for KickStart applications
The IJL has announced that its deadline for online applications for the IJL KickStart mentorship competition has now been extended to 1 June in light of the ongoing pandemic.ย Andy Ventris, IJL show director, said: โExtending the deadline is to ensure that we are giving all designers who wish to…
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21 AprilCoronavirus
The Goldsmithsโ Company launches ยฃ1m Covid-19 Fund
The Goldsmithsโ Company has announced the launch of a ยฃ1m Goldsmithsโ Covid-19 Fund to provide support to individuals working in the jewellery, silversmithing and allied industries. The group said that the funds intended to help these individuals through a โperiod of hardshipโ, and sustain the โcraft, skills and future of…
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17 AprilNews
Former NAJ CEO Michael Hoare passes away
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has announced that the former chief executive of the association, Michael Hoare, has died. President of the NAJ, David Doyle, delivered the news โwith a heavy heartโ and said that Hoare was known to many from serving in the NAJ (formerly the National Association…
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Mar- 2020 -19 MarchTrade Organisations
The Goldsmithโs Company announces contingency plans
The Goldsmithsโ Company Assay Office has said it will do its โutmostโ to remain open amid the coronavirus outbreak.ย At the present moment, the group said it envisages two contingencies that may result in its closure: a staff member contracting the virus or a nationwide lockdown.ย It is now asking…
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4 MarchTips
Your Guide to Jewellery Hallmarks – What to Know
A piece of jewellery is one of the most priced possessions a person can haveโthey are precious and can be pretty expensive, with some even costing as much as a brand new car. It is only ideal that when you choose jewellery, whether for yourself or as a gift, you…
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Feb- 2020 -27 FebruaryEvents
Tom Rucker claims Cartier Award at GC&DA 2020
Jewellery designer Tom Rucker has been awarded the Jacques Cartier Memorial award at the 2020 Goldsmithsโ Craftsmanship and Design Awards ceremony held on Monday (24 February). The award was presented to Rucker for his suite of coloured platinum jewellery, and is given at the discretion of the Goldsmithsโ Craft and…
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Jan- 2020 -15 JanuarySponsored
INHORGENTA MUNICH: International like never before
International, diverse and high caliber: Thatโs how the exhibitor list for INHORGENTA MUNICH looks about one month before the fairโs beginning. Over 1,000 companies will be there. Fine Jewelry and Carat booked out Hall B1 โFine Jewelry,โ where exclusive jewelry creations and especially valuable pieces are exhibited, is completely booked…
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