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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Jun- 2024 -20 JuneTrade Organisations
BATF and NAJ unveil executive appointments following AGMs
The British Allied Trades Federation (BATF) and the National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) have appointed a new CEO, president, chair, board directors and National Committee members across both organisations.ย During their annual general meetings which took place on 6 June 2024, at the Tower of London, professionals representing all the…
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19 JuneTrade Organisations
Goldsmithsโ Centre announces business catalyst grant recipients
The Goldsmithsโ Centre has announced the five emerging jewellery and silversmithing businesses which have received the first round of business catalyst (small) grants in 2024. The five businesses which will receive ยฃ1000 each are; Scarlett Cohen French, Ozlem Gunes, Megan Brown, Emma Wilson and Alice Fry. The recipients were chosen…
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4 JuneEvents
The Silversmiths and Jewellers Charity raises ยฃ30,000
The Silversmiths and Jewellers Charity has revealed that it has raised ยฃ30,000 at its annual dinner. The event was held at the Goldsmithsโ Hall kicked off by Annie Warburton, clerk and CEO of the Goldsmithsโ Company. Antony Vanderpump, chairman, said: โI am thrilled to announce that the dinner raised approximately…
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May- 2024 -24 MayTrade Organisations
Gem-A CEO steps down
The board and trustees of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has announced that Alan Hart has decided to step down as chief executive officer. The board of directors has unanimously accepted Hartโs resignation after eight years of leadership. It has also assured students and members of Gem-A that…
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22 MayRetailers
Goldsmiths unveils new Hublot shop
Goldsmiths has announced the launch of a new Hublot shop-in-shop within its Trafford centre showroom. The new space is in accordance with the Hublot interior design concept โThe Art of Fusionโ. Customers will be able to browse a number of Hublot collections as well as an exclusive Watches of Switzerland…
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16 MayAppointments
Richard Reid becomes 679th prime warden of The Goldsmithsโ Company
The Goldsmithsโ Company has announced that Richard Reid has taken office as prime warden, in succession to Charles Mackworth-Young CVO.ย Former chairman of KPMG London and the Safer London Foundation, Reid’ chose to take a vocational approach to professional development rather than attend university. He undertook training to become an…
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10 MayTrade Organisations
Over 7,900 coins pass Trial of the Pyx
The Kingโs Remembrancer, senior master cook of the Kingsโ Bench Division of the High Court, has pronounced a positive verdict on the 7,960 coins submitted by The Royal Mint at the Trial of the Pyx. Among the submissions were the series of eight new definitive coins, displaying designs of the…
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3 MayRetailers
Oushaba expands its Connection Salvaged range
Oushaba has expanded its Connection Salvaged collection with the launch of nine new pieces. Connection Salvaged, the debut collection from Oushaba, explored the relationship between the โtechnology that connects us and the precious resources discarded as a resultโ. Each of the nine new pieces see recycled e-waste reimagined as wearable…
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Apr- 2024 -16 AprilRetailers
Swarovski to open new standalone boutique in Merry Hill
Luxury brand Swarovski has announced its return to West Midlands destination Merry Hill with the launch of a standalone boutique in spring. The new store, spanning 2150 sq ft between Goldsmiths and Beaverbrooks on the Upper Mall, will feature the retailerโs latest shop fit, with metallic finishes and fluted glass…
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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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