Opal
Opal is prized in the jewellery industry for its kaleidoscopic play-of-colour and diverse varieties—from Australian black opal to Ethiopian welo—making it a sought-after gemstone for designers and retailers focused on unique, conversation-piece jewellery. Its delicate nature and pricing volatility present specific fabrication, sourcing, and risk considerations in manufacturing and retail. Jewellery Focus provides targeted coverage of opal’s market dynamics, including supply trends (notably from key producing regions), gem grading standards, fabrication techniques, pricing movements, and its role in both luxury and artisanal collections. Our reporting supports UK jewellers, gem dealers, designers, and manufacturers with trade-focused insights on opal sourcing, setting best practices, consumer appeal, and commercial opportunities in this captivating gemstone category.
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Aug- 2020 -24 AugustDesigners
Maya Gemstones launches engagement ring collection
Maya Gemstones has announced the launch of a “unique” engagement ring collection, following a rise in bespoke sales of engagement rings during the pandemic. The new ‘Perfect Ring’ collection features options in brushed 18ct white, yellow and rose gold, with Maya Cut stones, including diamond, pink tourmaline and sky-blue topaz. …
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Jul- 2020 -30 JulyAuctions
Christie’s jewels auction totals $28m
Christie’s has announced that its Magnificent Jewels auction totalled $28m (£21.6m), with 87% sold by value and 83% sold by lot. The auction, which took place in New York City on 29 July, had global participation with clients registered from 34 countries. A diamond necklace suspending a pear-shaped diamond was…
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Jun- 2019 -26 JuneEvents
IJL announces Bright Young Gems 2019 winners
International Jewellery London (IJL) , the jewellery trade show, has announced announce the four winning designers of Bright Young Gems 2019; Isla Gilham, Eloise Kramer, Lingjun Sun, Wen-Ju Tseng. Now in its 14th year, IJL’s Bright Young Gems project selects talented designers who are recent graduates or current students of…
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Nov- 2018 -23 NovemberFeatures
How to care for antique jewellery
If you’ve invested in antique jewellery, then you are in possession of a little piece of history. To be classed as ‘antique’, the piece must be 100 years old or more. That jewellery has had quite the journey to reach you and has likely adorned many a person’s hand or…
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Aug- 2018 -8 AugustRetailers
Study finds diamonds are still the favoured gem among female Brits
Research shows diamonds are still the favoured gem for female Brits with tanzanite coming in second according to UK online jewellers Gemporia. The research was conducted amongst 1,866 women across the UK, aged between 18-80, and revealed that nearly a quarter (22%) of respondents chose diamond as their top gem,…
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Dec- 2017 -22 DecemberFeatures
Janet Fitch- Earrings jump through hoops
The popularity of earrings has swung throughout history, from being important in antiquity to times when they were not worn at all, but last year saw a resurgence of earrings of every variety, matched or mismatched, and the momentum continues now, with statement chandelier and hoop earrings as well. Demand…
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Nov- 2017 -8 NovemberDesigners
Soru Jewellery launches at Fenwick London
Soru Jewellery will now be stocked at Fenwick stores in London. British-Sicilian sisters, Francesca and Marianna, used their love of travel and summer holidays spent in Sicily, to influence the brand’s designs. Since its launch four years ago, Soru has accrued a number of wholesale partnerships. This new partnership marks…
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Oct- 2017 -16 OctoberDesigners
Kiki McDonough to launch Special Editions range
Kiki McDonough will release her latest collection named Special Editions next month. In the range, the designer presents earrings, necklaces and cocktail rings which have been specially selected, intricately cut and set in a range of modern shapes. Within the Special Editions collection, McDonough has incorporated multi-coloured beryl, lemon quartz,…
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Aug- 2017 -2 AugustDesigners
UK designers present House of Queensland exhibition
Six designers from the UK have come together to create the House of Queensland exhibition. The designers are currently working with Queensland gemstones to create a range of pieces to form the Jewels of Queensland Collection and each will be releasing bespoke items under their own brands. Pieces will be…
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Jun- 2017 -8 JuneDesigners
Elham and Issa jewellery launches in the UK
Husband and wife team, Issa Sabeh and Elham Kalaji, have brought their brand Elham and Issa Jewellery to the UK. Established in their home country of Jordan in 2007, their jewellery reflects the culture of their native dwellings from handmade mosaics to the inspiration of golden quartz. They will be…
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