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.
-
Mar- 2023 -2 MarchNews
New Trustmark Scheme relaunched in March
The worldโs first consumer online assurance scheme for the jewellery industry, the Trustmark Scheme, relaunched on 1 March with the support of all four UK Assay offices for the first time.ย It was first launched in 2012 by the Edinburgh Assay office to reassure consumers that hallmarked jewellery was not…
Read More » -
Feb- 2023 -27 FebruaryDesigners
Steven Stone launches The Stone Lab
Steven Stone has announced the launch of The Stone Lab, a boutique jewellery company with a โmission to create unique pieces of lab grown and moissanite jewellery that will stand the test of timeโ.ย Founded in 1937, Steven Stone has built its reputation on high quality, personalised service, and specialises…
Read More » -
22 FebruaryNews
Goldsmiths reopens expanded Lakeside showroom
Goldsmiths has announced the opening of its refurbished showroom in Lakeside shopping centre, Thurrock, with its expanded interior housing more brands than previously on offer. The store now includes a new Rolex watch bar, โwhere clients can browse the latest collections with highly trained watch expertsโ. Luxury fashion house Gucci…
Read More » -
10 FebruaryManufacturers
Goldsmiths Company Charity pledges ยฃ200k to help jewellers
The Goldsmiths Company Charity has awarded ยฃ197,380 in donations and grants to support jewellers and those working in the allied trades during the cost of living crisis. The charity has issued multiple cost-of-living grants to charities and apprentices within the trade to support them using the remainder of the funds…
Read More » -
10 FebruaryRetailers
Watches of Switzerland falls short of expectations amid Christmas strikes
Watches of Switzerland has reported that its revenues increased 17% to ยฃ407m in the 13 weeks to January 29 this year, narrowly falling short of analystsโ consensus expectations of ยฃ425m. The company said its lower than expected sales growth was because of rail and postal strikes over Christmas and general…
Read More » -
9 FebruaryManufacturers
Scottish Goldsmiths Trust creates Marchmont Silversmithing Workshop
The Scottish Goldsmiths Trust (SGT) has partnered with Marchmont House to create the Marchmont Silversmithing Workshop. The Marchmont Silversmithing Workshop is a national centre where up to five silversmiths at a time can design and create pieces from precious metals. The workshop is being fully equipped with the entire collection…
Read More » -
Jan- 2023 -4 JanuaryDesigners
Rebus launches one-of-a-kind signet rings
Goldsmiths and hand engravers Rebus has announced it is launching one-of-a-kind signet rings, designed around nautical style. Carved from single mined origin gold, the new Rebus ocean-inspired jewels include The Oxford 55 Signet SMO Gold Ring, which is available in 9K, 14K, or 18K SMO yellow gold. The collection also…
Read More » -
Dec- 2022 -20 DecemberEvents
NAJ President wins NAJ Chairโs Award
NAJ President, David Doyle, was the recipient of the second NAJ Chairโs Award, presented at this yearโs Benevolent Society Christmas Charity Ball. The NAJ Chairโs Award is given to a business or individual in recognition of their ongoing commitment and dedicated service to the jewellery industry. Last year, the judging…
Read More » -
16 DecemberRetailers
Goldsmiths upgrades Solihull showroom
Goldsmiths has relocated its Solihull showroom to a new larger location in the Touchwood shopping centre. Goldsmithsโ Solihull features a whole new interior design, and includes Goldsmiths diamond jewellery offering alongside engagement, wedding, and eternity rings, and a large new hospitality area plus a repairs and service lounge. Craig Bolton,…
Read More » -
2 DecemberRetailers
Goldsmiths unveils refurbished Brent Cross showroom
Retail jeweller Goldsmiths has opened its newly refurbished showroom in Brent Cross complete with new mono-brand TAG Heuer boutique. Brent Cross, a premier shopping destination in North London, is home to over 120 fashion, beauty, and lifestyle stores. Jewellery from Gucci will be on display in the store, alongside an…
Read More »
