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As a global hub for the jewellery trade, London plays a pivotal role in shaping trends, hosting events, and driving commercial activity across the sector. From luxury jewellers on Bond Street to emerging designers in Hatton Garden, the capital is home to a diverse array of businesses influencing the UK and international markets. Jewellery Focus provides in-depth coverage of London’s jewellery scene, including news from leading retailers and workshops, industry events and exhibitions, policy and regulatory updates affecting trade in the city, and insights into consumer behaviour and market opportunities.
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Jun- 2023 -13 JuneRetailers
Former F.Hinds chairman Eric Hinds dies aged 97
F.Hinds Jewellers has announced that its former chairman, Eric Hinds, has died at the age of 97. Born in 1926, he briefly worked in the family business in 1943 and then joined the RAF until the end of WWII. He re-entered F.Hinds on demobilisation in 1947,working first as an assistant…
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8 JuneDesigners
Maya Gemstones launches Scarab and expands existing collections
Maya Gemstones has launched its new Scarab collection and has added new pieces to its existing collections, Out of Office (OOO), The Odyssey and Lilbet. According to Maya Gemstones, the Scarab collection is inspired by the scarabs found in Egypt. It was a symbol of the sun deity Ra and…
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7 JuneRetailers
Beaverbrooks unveils £750k refurbished Derby store
Beaverbrooks has unveiled its £750,000 refitted Derby store with a new adjoining Tag Heuer Boutique in Derbion Shopping Centre, London Road, Derby. With an “extensive” diamond and bridal jewellery offering, the new store is offering shoppers its own brand diamond range, including the newly launched ‘Starlit’ a 15-piece collection representing…
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May- 2023 -24 MayRetailers
Hannah Martin launches HMP collection
Hannah Martin has announced the launch of a new piercing collection, HMP. Martin founded the brand in 2006 and her jewellery is characterised as “gender fluid”. The jewellery retailer said that the new collection is specially created with the “unique individuality of piercings” at the forefront of the design. The…
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22 MayTrade Organisations
The Goldsmiths’ Company appoints 696th prime warden
The Goldsmiths’ Company has announced the appointment of Charles Mackworth-Young as the 696th prime warden of the company. Mackworth-Young is a consultant physician specialising in rheumatology, and his career spans practice and research in medicine. He has previously been medical director at King Edward VII’s Hospital, London, master of the…
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16 MayRetailers
Lily Arkwright opens London showroom
Lily Arkwright has announced the opening of its new London showroom as a result of strong customer demand. This new showroom is the first venture south for the sustainable fine jewellery brand established in Manchester. The brand’s current showroom is based in Didsbury and situated on the first floor of…
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16 MayManufacturers
World Diamond Council appoints new president
The World Diamond Council has appointed Feriel Zerouki to the role of president, following three years as vice president. Zerouki assumed office on 15 May at a meeting of the WDC board of directors in London, taking over from Edward Asscher, who completed the second of two non-consecutive terms as…
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11 MayRetailers
Herbert Marx partners with Great Ormond Street hospital
Herbert Marx has announced that it has become a corporate partner of Great Ormond Street Children’s Charity (GOSH). The company stated that This partnership was a significant step in the company’s ongoing commitment to giving back to the community and making a positive impact on the lives of those in…
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10 MayRetailers
Queensmith acquires Vashi.com domain
Queensmith has announced the acquisition of Vashi.com’s domain following its liquidation, for an undisclosed sum. In addition to purchasing the Vashi domain, Queensmith has also employed a number of Vashi staff who had been left redundant in the wake of its collapse. Despite achieving sales of £100m in 2021 and…
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9 MayRetailers
The Alkemistry launches Suncatcher collection
London-based fine jewellery brand The Alkemistry has just launched its newest collection, Suncatcher, in line with the season. The earring-only collection features 27 fluid designs hand-made from 18ct recycled gold using a mix of brilliant and rose cut diamonds. The new collection is handmade by The Alkemistry’s team of female…
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