Platinum
Platinum holds a prestigious place in the jewellery trade, prized for its strength, rarity, and enduring appeal in high-end design. For UK jewellers, designers, and suppliers, staying informed on platinum market trends, pricing dynamics, and sourcing challenges is critical. Jewellery Focus delivers specialist coverage on platinum, including market analysis, updates on ethical and recycled sourcing, innovations in design and manufacturing, and insights into consumer demand. Our reporting supports trade professionals navigating this valuable segment of the industry.
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Oct- 2025 -2 OctoberAuctions
Fabergé ‘Winter Egg’ to fetch over £20m at Christie’s London sale
The Fabergé Winter Egg is expected to fetch over £20m at Christie’s London sale on 2 December. Commissioned in 1913 by Emperor Nicholas II as an Easter gift for his mother, Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna, the piece was designed by Alma Theresia Pihl and executed by her uncle, workmaster Albert…
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Sep- 2025 -19 SeptemberDesigners
Tiffany unveils new chapter of Blue Book 2025 collection in Milan
Tiffany and Co has unveiled the fall chapter of its annual high jewellery collection, Blue Book 2025: Sea of Wonder, with nearly 40 new designs inspired by the ocean. The pieces were presented on 18 September at a gala in Milan. They continue the company’s exploration of marine themes and…
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11 SeptemberRetailers
Austen and Blake launches new engagement ring collection
Jeweller Austen and Blake has released a new line of 30 engagement ring designs, offering two contrasting bridal aesthetics: The Timeless Romantic and The Effortless It-Bride. The rings are made to order and can be customised with a choice of precious metals, including yellow, white or rose gold, or platinum,…
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9 SeptemberRetailers
Laings unveils new Whispers of Nature’s Beauty collection
Jeweller Laings has launched its new Whispers of Nature’s Beauty autumn jewellery collection that reflects its “heritage and craftsmanship”. The designs are inspired by the landscape of northern Scotland, including the hills of Glencoe and seasonal changes such as autumn foliage. The range features diamonds, platinum and yellow gold, as…
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Jul- 2025 -30 JulyRetailers
PureJewels curates jewellery collection in celebration of UK–India trade deal
British Asian jeweller PureJewels has presented a curated selection of handcrafted pieces at Chequers, the country residence of the UK Prime Minister, as part of the official celebration of the signing of the UK–India Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The East London-based brand was invited by India’s Gem and Jewellery Export…
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29 JulyDesigners
Goldsmiths launches traceable diamond collection
Goldsmiths has launched its first traceable diamond collection, marking a shift towards transparency and sustainability in the luxury jewellery sector. The Goldsmiths Signature Diamond, developed in partnership with traceability platform Tracr, features a unique 77-facet cut and is set across a range of jewellery in 18ct gold and platinum. All…
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Jun- 2025 -10 JuneDesigners
Bradley’s Jewellers unveils new additions to York Rose collection
Bradley’s Jewellers York has unveiled new additions to its in-house designed and British-made York Rose collection. Highlights include the York Rose Brontë ring, featuring a diamond-set Yorkshire Rose in full bloom in 18ct rose gold, 18ct yellow gold or platinum. The name was purposefully chosen by Bradley’s Jewellers York owner,…
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May- 2025 -12 MayNews
Hallmarking falls 13% in April
The total number of items hallmarked by the four UK Assay Offices dropped 13% in April. In total 4,96,962 pieces of jewellery were hallmarked in April 2025 compared with 5,71,291 in 2024, a decline of 74,392. Gold hallmarking fell by 8.3% from 2,57,391 pieces hallmarked down to 2,36,066. Gold 999…
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9 MayRetailers
Tiffany unveils new Jean Schlumberger’s Apollo collection pieces
Tiffany and Co has announced the debut of new creations from one of Jean Schlumberger’s most celebrated collections for the House: Apollo by Tiffany. The collection reimagines Schlumberger’s iconic 1957 Apollo clip, presenting an array of contemporary jewellery designs that “honour the timeless spirit” of the original. The Apollo by…
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7 MayNews
Hallmarking slump narrows to 1.8% in March
The total number of items hallmarked by the four UK Assay Offices saw a modest decline of 1.8% in March compared with 16.8% in February. In total 5,36,442 pieces of jewellery were hallmarked in March 2025 compared with 5,46,530 in 2024, a decline of 10,088. Gold hallmarking was up 5.2%…
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