London
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- 2022 -27 JuneCurrent Affairs
UK sanctions Russian gold exports
New exports of Russian gold will no longer be allowed to enter the UK, Canada, US and Japan due to new measures announced at the G7 Summit yesterday (26 June), in a bid to ramp up the pressure on Putin amid his attack on Ukraine. Gold is reportedly Russia’s biggest…
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24 JuneEconomy
Jewellers voice concern over rate of inflation
Jewellery retailers have expressed concern over the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures which show headline inflation at 9.1%. Jewellers have cited reasons such as the increased prices of gold and silver, a lack of support and understanding from the government, and dwindling sales as cause for their concern. Seena…
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20 JuneRetailers
Footfall rises 4% as heatwave sweeps across UK
Footfall across UK retail destinations rose by +4.1% last week from the week before, with the largest rise of +5% in high streets, according to Springboard. Footfall aslo in retail parks rose by +2.5% and by +3.7% in shopping centres. On Saturday footfall in high streets declined by -7.6% whilst…
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20 JuneEvents
Tiffany & Co’s exhibition ‘Vision & Virtuosity’ opens in London
Tiffany and Co has opened its ‘Vision and Virtuosity’ exhibition hosted at London’s Saatchi Gallery from 10 June to 19 August. Its exhibition brings over 400 objects from the House’s archives, with many pieces shown to the public for the first time. The exhibition is a “visual chronicle” of the…
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17 JuneRetailers
Supernaturae announces first pop-up in Piccadilly Arcade series
Supernaturae, a nature based artistry and design brand, has announced its first pop-up in a new series will open in 12 Piccadilly Arcade for one month only, which will feature a jewellery collection from Oraik. It comes as Supernaturae will be producing a series of rotating events around nature, beauty,…
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16 JuneAppointments
NAJ names Heather Callaway as new chair
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has elected Heather Callaway as its new chair for a two-year term until 2024, succeeding Gary Wroe. The association has also elected Adam Jacobs as vice-chair and David Doyle has been re-elected as president until June 2023. Additionally, joining the NAJ National Committee is…
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14 JuneNews
First diamond verification showcase to take place in London
The London Diamond Bourse in collaboration with the Natural Diamond Council will be hosting the first ever London Assure Showcase of diamond verification instruments. The event will take place in London and will run from June 20 until July 29. The six-week event will take place at the London Diamond…
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9 JuneProduct Launches
Fabergé presents ‘Colours of Love’ ring for Pride
Fabergé has launched its ‘Colours of Love’ yellow gold diamond and sapphire trans flag fluted eternity ring, in celebration of Pride month. The ring is set in 18k yellow gold and decorated with pink and blue sapphires and diamonds, recreating the colours of the Trans flag. Continuing its charity partnership…
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6 JuneAuctions
Christie’s launches London Edit auction
Christie’s is set to launch a new online auction, Jewels Online: The London Edit, which will be open for bidding from 6 to 16 June. The auction features jewellery ranging from the early 19th Century to present day, among them being an antique natural pearl and diamond brooch. Signed jewels…
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May- 2022 -25 MayNews
The Curious Gem expands pearl business with new acquisition
The Curious Gem Limited has announced it is expanding its pearl offering by acquiring the pearl business from Marcia Lanyon Limited, a London-based gem-dealer. Marcia Lanyon will also be passing on many of the suppliers that she has built relationships with over the years, which the Curious Gem said will…
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