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 country’s 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 profession—highlighting innovations, training, and the preservation of traditional skills—alongside news and insights on Goldsmiths’ store activity, brand partnerships, financial performance, and strategic developments.
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Aug- 2015 -18 AugustWatch Focus
Gucci launches ‘Gucci Sync’ in the UK
Gucci Timepieces and Jewelry has announced the UK launch of Gucci Sync, a unisex timepiece aimed at a “connected, upbeat and music-orientated” audience. The watch, which is available in two sizes, XXL (46mm) or large (36mm), features a sun-brushed dial, a stainless steel and transparent nylon case and a stadium-shaped…
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5 AugustEvents
Goldsmiths’ Company apprentice to represent UK at WorldSkills competition
Goldsmiths’ Company Apprenticeship Programme apprentice Ben Pritchard has been chosen to represent the UK at the 43rd WorldSkills Competition in São Paolo, Brazil. Currently undertaking an apprenticeship at jewellery retailer Emson Haig, Pritchard will represent the UK in the jewellery category of the competition which will take place between August…
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Jul- 2015 -31 JulyCrime
Hatton Garden jeweller jailed over stolen watches
Seven men including a Hatton Garden jeweller have been jailed for 64 years for their varying involvement in 10 smash and grab raids across London. Reece Dunford, 31 of Osprey Road, Waltham Abbey, Essex, played a role in all the robberies at high-end shops in the West End. Sometimes he carried…
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30 JulyProduct Launches
VIDEO: Watch a new foam security system in action
A new security system that uses expanding foam to cover items of jewellery has been launched. The product, dubbed ‘Medusa’ was designed by Hilaire O’Shea, and assisted by co-founder of SaferGems and former CEO of the National Association of Goldsmiths (NAG), Michael Hoare. The solution fills cabinet displays with a…
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20 JulyAppointments
Michael Rawlinson named NAJ chief executive
The British Jewellers’ Association (BJA) and the National Association of Goldsmiths (NAG) unification working party today names Michael Rawlinson the inaugural chief executive officer for the new organisation, the National Association of Jewellers (NAJ). Rawlinson, currently chief executive of the NAG, was appointed following a comprehensive selection process involving interviews and…
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16 JulyRetailers
Northern Goldsmiths reopens following £1m refurbishment
Goldsmiths has reopened its Newcastle ‘flagship’ showroom following a £1m refurbishment. Northern Goldsmiths, located in the city centre, unveiled its new-look showroom to the public earlier this month after two months of restoration which involved the 80-year-old 24ct gold leaf Rolex clock on the corner of the store being removed…
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14 JulyRetailers
Goldsmiths announces refurbishment of Coventry showroom
Goldsmiths has announced a major refurbishment of its Coventry showroom. The refurbishment will include a dedicated TAG Heuer branded area and a separate fashion area. Casio will also be included in a product offering which already includes Gucci and Vera Wang Love, and brands such as Tissot, Citizen, Hugo Boss, Emporio Armani,…
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6 JulyWatch Focus
Breitling to open Bluewater boutique
Land Securities has announced that watch brand Breitling is set to open a 1,583 sq ft boutique in the Bluewater shopping centre in Dartford. The boutique, which will open this autumn on the shopping centre’s upper Rose Gallery, will be the first of its kind to be managed by Aurum…
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Jun- 2015 -23 JuneTrade Organisations
Patrick Fuller to address those concerned about unification
The soon-to-be president of the new National Association of Jewellers (NAJ), Patrick Fuller, has spoken of his “delight” that the unification vote succeeded. Fuller, who is the chairman of WB the Creative Jewellery Group, said an amalgamated association is something he has dreamt of for a “very long time” and…
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16 JuneEvents
NAG and BJA members vote to unify
The members of the NAG and the BJA have voted unanimously in favour of unifying the two trade associations at a London meeting. The meeting, which took place at Goldsmith’s Hall near St. Paul’s Cathedral, comprised an AGM for the National Association of Goldsmiths and an EGM for the British…
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