High Street Jewellers

What Are Lab-Grown Diamonds? The Pros, Cons, Science & History

Lab-grown diamonds have emerged as a disruptive force in the jewellery industry, captivating both consumers and retailers with their ethical and sustainable appeal. As independent high street jewellers, it’s crucial to understand the background, science, and history behind these exquisite gems. In this article, we will explore the captivating world…

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Diamonds Factory Ireland defaults to lab-grown diamonds

Diamonds Factory Ireland, a bespoke jewellery manufacturer, has announced it will default 70% of its online products to lab-grown diamonds to help consumers cut costs. The announcement came as the global cost of diamonds rose by 30% over the past three months. By purchasing lab-grown, shoppers could save up to…

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Howells Jewellers completes refurb with six-figure loan

Howells Jewellers has completed its refurbishment after fourth generation jeweller, Paul Howells, obtained a six-figure loan to invest in his 155-year-old family business. The renovation is said to bring the retail outlet “back to life” and it has safeguarded four jobs in the market town of Haverfordwest. Established in 1866…

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F.Hinds partners with BBC Children in Need

High Street jewellers, F.Hinds has announced that it has partnered with BBC Children in Need for 2021 to help raise money that will benefit disadvantaged children and young people across the UK. The business will be raising money for the charity across its estate of 115 and 12 Chapelle stores…

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Whitstable jewellers raided by thieves

Jewellery worth thousands of pounds has been stolen from a jewellers in Whitstable, Kent. According to Kent Police, Reppin and Jones was targeted by thieves between 3:30am and 4:00am on Sunday morning. “Considerable” damage was caused to the building, and a series of rings were stolen in the raid. In…

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Q&A: Michael Aldridge on the CMJ’s latest accounts

The Company of Master Jewellers has undergone some key changes in the last couple of years, refocusing the business on its core purpose – a buying group for independent high street jewellers. Michael Northcott caught up with chairman Michael Aldridge in the wake the the CMJ’s new accounts being published…

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For Sale: Ernest G. Brooks Jewellers – Rent £10,400 Per Annum

Established High Street Jewellers in business for 19 years for sale due to sudden ill health of the current owners. The store is situated at the crossroads of the South Wales town of Ammanford . The town is approximately five minutes from junction 49 of the M4 and around one…

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Why seeing and touching remains important

The emergence of JewelStreet which has, by all accounts, had outstanding success in recent months. It has raised further capital through crowdfunding to add to its initial start-up grant from its local council. It’s an interesting new addition to the retail jewellery scene and one which has got me thinking…

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Revamping your retail space

Customer journey Think about the customers’ journey and all their touch points, from the time they see the shop, when they enter the shop, while they are waiting to be served and right up until when they pay. How can all these touchpoints be improved? Discuss it with shop staff…

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Understanding gold’s volatility

As any company reliant on a handful of large customers knows well, exposure can kill. Having a large contract pulled after investing in people or kit is a painful – and sometimes catastrophic – bump in the road. But it is not always possible to avoid this scenario – you…

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