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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Apr- 2024 -9 AprilManufacturers
De Beers presents AUEA with Leopard jewel-tool boxes to help young talent
Aston University Engineering Academy (AUEA) has been presented with the first set of Leopard jewel-tool boxes, sponsored by De Beers, to encourage young talent into the jewellery industry. The Leopards initiative was founded in 2016 to preserve the skills and craftsmanship of the British jewellery industry and mentor young people…
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Mar- 2024 -28 MarchTrade Organisations
Goldsmiths Centre unveils apprentice exhibition
The Goldsmiths Centre has announced a new exhibition showcasing pieces from four apprentices. The Apprentice to Masterpiece: The Work of the Goldsmiths’ Apprentices exhibition will be on display until 25 April 2024. The artists on show are Sophie Chapman, representing Asprey London Ltd, Amy Gibson, from Alex Monroe Ltd, Celeste…
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14 MarchTrade Organisations
The Goldsmiths’ Company makes Court of Assistants appointment
The Goldsmiths’ Company has announced the appointment of Jos Skeates as a new member of its Court of Assistants. Skeates has been elected for his commercial, social and environmental experience, and for his contributions to the craft and trade of goldsmithing. Equivalent to a non-executive board, the Court of Assistants…
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6 MarchDesigners
Fuli Gemstones and Aril Jewels launch The Lotus Tiara
Fuli Gemstones and Aril Jewels have launched ‘The Lotus Tiara’, which received the gold award at last year’s Goldsmiths Craft and Design Council Awards. Designed by Kayla Rimmon of Aril Jewels, the brief was to design a tiara in celebration of King Charles III’s coronation back in May 2023. After…
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Jan- 2024 -17 JanuaryDesigners
Neil Rayment Goldsmiths unveils Santes Dwynwen collection
Neil Rayment Goldsmiths has announced the launch of its latest collection, the Santes Dwynwen Collection. Named after the Welsh patron saint of lovers, this collection is a testament to love, tradition, and exquisite craftsmanship. Inspired by the enchanting tale of Santes Dwynwen, the collection reflects a deep passion for Welsh…
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Dec- 2023 -19 DecemberRetailers
Goldsmiths expands Gateshead showroom
Goldsmiths has announced that it has expanded its Metrocentre showroom in Gateshead. Goldsmiths Metrocentre is located in the lower Green Mall and features a wraparound frontage with two entrances. The showroom is home to jewellery from Goldsmiths own diamond collections as well as a large back wall dedicated to branded…
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7 DecemberRetailers
Goldsmiths relocates Trafford Centre showroom
Goldsmiths has announced that it has relocated its showroom in the Trafford Centre to a larger space on the ground floor of the shopping mall. The showroom has undertaken an extensive expansion and refurbishment with a dedicated entrance for the new Rolex room. The showroom boasts the largest Rolex room…
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Nov- 2023 -29 NovemberRetailers
Goldsmiths reopens Birmingham showroom
Goldsmiths has announced the relaunch of its showroom in the Bullring and Grand Central in Birmingham. The showroom now spans two floors with a dual sided-corner showroom and elegant glass wrap around frontage. The showroom has dedicated branded towers all on the ground floor for FOPE, Messika, Roberto Coin, Mappin…
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13 NovemberTrade Organisations
Aston University receives grant for new jewellery training centre
The Goldsmith’s Company has given Aston University Engineering Academy (AUEA) a £500,000 grant for a new jewellery training centre. The new £1m institute will be based in the AUEA’s new vocational skills building, funded by the Goldsmiths Landmark grant plus match funding. The grant was awarded following a competitive application…
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Oct- 2023 -23 OctoberRetailers
PureJewels launches new atelier
London-based jeweller PureJewels has announced that it has launched a new atelier at its flagship store on Green Street in Forest Gate. The atelier features a centrepiece desk and tools dating back to the 1950s, which had belonged to CEO Jayant Raniga’s grandfather. As a result PureJewels is looking to…
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