Mounting
Mounting refers to the process of securely setting gemstones into jewellery designs—a critical phase in production that affects durability, aesthetics, and long-term value. From prong and bezel settings to invisible and tension mounts, the choice and execution of mounting techniques influence both the visual appeal and wearability of finished pieces. Jewellery Focus delivers trade-focused insights into mounting practices across the UK industry, covering advances in setting technology, workshop skill requirements, CAD and casting integration, material choices, quality control, and mounting trends in both fine and fashion jewellery. Our coverage supports bench jewellers, manufacturers, designers, and retailers in refining their craftsmanship, improving product longevity, and elevating design execution standards in line with market expectations.
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Apr- 2017 -19 AprilEconomy
Small business confidence continues to rise
UK small business confidence is at its highest level in over a year, according to the latest Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) Small Business Index (SBI). Despite a rise in business costs there has been a strong recovery pushed forward due to increased international trade. A net balance of 15.6%…
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Dec- 2016 -14 DecemberCurrent Affairs
VIDEO: Wongs Jewellers ‘to make a stand’ and give staff Boxing Day off
The boss of Liverpool-based Wongs Jewellers has announced the store will close for business on Boxing Day, giving his staff extra time with their families. Peter Wong, managing director, shared a video on Facebook saying he wanted to make a stand about workers deserving time with their families. He said…
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Mar- 2016 -16 MarchEconomy
BUDGET: CBI welcomes business rates policy
The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has called George Osborne’s Budget, announced today, a “strong and stable Budget for business facing global stormy waters”. CBI director general, Carolyn Fairbairn, said: “The Chancellor has listened to our concerns about the mounting burden on firms and chosen to back business to grow the economy out…
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Dec- 2015 -23 DecemberOpinion
Another step forward in an ongoing challenge
Diamond grading issues have been a hot topic in recent months, but a new ISO Standard could benefit the consumer and retailer. STELLA LAYTON, chief assay master at the Birmingham Assay Office, explains.[divider style=”solid” top=”20″ bottom=”20″] The industry has come a long way since we staged our first Great Debate…
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Jan- 2015 -9 JanuaryAppointments
Naomi Newton-Sherlock named director of Weston Beamor
Naomi Newton-Sherlock, who was promoted to the post of creative director at Domino in 2013, has been made a director of the brand’s sister company Weston Beamor. Weston Beamor is the longest established of the three companies within WB The Creative Jewellery Group, having been founded just after World War…
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Sep- 2012 -14 SeptemberCelebrities
Rihanna wears Bobby White during Paralympic Games performance
Global pop phenomenon Rihanna wore rings designed by Hatton Garden jeweller Bobby White during her performance at the closing ceremony of the Paralympic Games.
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Jun- 2012 -1 JuneEvents
BJA launches Diamond Jubilee brooch competition
In celebration of the Diamond Jubilee, the British Jewellers' Association (BJA) has launched a competition to create a commemorative diamond brooch for the Queen.
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