London 2012
Jewellery Focus’s coverage of London 2012 explores how jewellers, designers, and brands commemorated the event through limited-edition collections, bespoke designs, and themed retail campaigns.
Our editorial highlights collaborations between jewellery makers and official partners, the influence of British heritage design, and the ways in which the Games boosted tourism and retail activity across London’s jewellery districts. We also reflect on how London 2012 fostered a renewed focus on craftsmanship, innovation, and global exposure for UK jewellery.
For trade professionals, this tag provides insight into the legacy of London 2012 and its lasting impact on design trends, retail performance, and brand storytelling within the jewellery sector.
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Nov- 2017 -7 NovemberCurrent Affairs
Ray Bushell of Euro-Cast loses battle with cancer
Ray Bushell, well-known entrepreneur who founded Euro-Cast in Carver Street, sadly passed away aged 76 after a six month battle with cancer. Euro-Cast (Birmingham) was one of Europe’s leading casting companies and was established 45 years ago. Bushell began his career in the jewellery trade shortly after leaving school at…
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Oct- 2012 -25 OctoberEconomy
Watch sales on the decline but market growth increases, reports indicate
With three quarters of the year complete, a GfK report has indicated that the volume of watch sales is down 11 per cent year-on-year, and 10 per cent compared to the same quarterly figures in 2011.
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12 OctoberTrade Organisations
Goldsmiths’ Company Assay Office hallmarked Olympic medals
The Goldsmiths’ Company Assay Office has announced that it hallmarked the gold and silver medals presented to athletes during the Olympic and Paralympic Games in London.
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Dec- 2011 -2 DecemberEconomy
TfL prepares retailers for London Olympics ‘hotspots’
London businesses and organisations in the retail sector have welcomed a release by Transport for London (TfL), detailing 'hotspot' transport information and advice for the London 2012 Games.
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