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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May- 2014 -15 MayEconomy
April hallmarking figures up by a fifth, 9ct gold up almost 50%
Figures released by The Birmingham Assay Office have revealed that the total number of articles hallmarked for April increased by 20.3 per cent on last year. The figures, which reflect the flows through four UK assay offices, showed the strongest performing metal category was once again 9 carat gold, which…
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1 MayInternational
Sotheby’s achieves record per-carat price for sapphire ring
A new world auction record price per carat for any sapphire was set yesterday at Sotheby’s New York, when an exceptional platinum, Kashmir sapphire and diamond ring sold for £3.02m ($5,093,000, or $180,731 per carat). The square emerald-cut Kashmir sapphire weighing 28.18 carats is one of the finest sapphires ever to…
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Apr- 2014 -7 AprilEconomy
Q1 hallmarking figures rise 23%, gold jewellery on the up-and-up
The number of articles hallmarked across the four UK assay offices rose by 23 per cent in the first three months of 2014 compared with the same period the previous year, according to the latest figures. In a statement, the Birmingham Assay Office revealed that the best performers were 9ct…
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Mar- 2014 -28 MarchTaking Stock
Luke Stockley London – Fine jewellery range
For 21 years, Luke Stockley London has been creating exquisitely crafted jewellery, showcasing elegant and timeless design. The company’s Fine Jewellery range of gemstone and diamond jewellery set in 18 carat gold and platinum, comprises of some of its most striking pieces. Creating a dose of everyday glamour is the…
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28 MarchTaking Stock
Eternity Range – Evolution Collection
Eternity Range’s new Evolution Collection has been designed to put an exciting modern twist on the company’s classic eternity rings. All pieces are handmade using the finest quality gemstones, G VS Diamonds and the highest quality 18 carat gold and platinum. The company says: “You can still order classic pieces…
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14 MarchEconomy
Hallmarking figures for 9ct gold rise more than 33%
Figures released today by the Birmingham Assay Office show that the number of 9ct gold items hallmarked across all four UK assay offices rose more than 33% in February, compared with the same period the previous year. After 9ct gold, the next best performing category was sterling silver, which is…
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Nov- 2013 -27 NovemberTrade Organisations
RJC launch new Code of Practices
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has launched its new Code of Practices while celebrating more than two-thirds of its membership achieving Certified Member level. During 2012 to 2013, the RJC carried out an extensive multi-stakeholder review of its mandatory Member standard, the Code of Practices. Incorporating valuable feedback from over…
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13 NovemberEconomy
European platinum demand has ‘robust’ outlook
European demand for platinum jewellery will rise next year despite a small global drop, according to Johnson Matthey. In its Platinum 2013 Interim Review, the chemicals and precious metals company said: “Gross demand [globally] for platinum in jewellery will slip by 1.4% to 2.74 million ounces,” putting the expected fall…
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Oct- 2013 -11 OctoberEconomy
Hallmarking shows growth in September
The Birmingham Assay Office has joined the chorus of statistics showing recent growth in hallmarking, with figures that show total number of items hallmarked at all four UK assay offices have risen by 9.8 per cent since September last year. The biggest year-on-year growth was in 14 carat gold, which…
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Sep- 2013 -19 SeptemberManufacturers
Baird & Co opens new Singapore sales office
Bullion manufacturer and jewellery producer Baird & Co has opened a new sales office in Singapore. The office, which opened “for furniture to be wheeled in” today, will comprise around three sales people, and is expected to be an English-speaking operation. The firm says that Singapore has been seen as…
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