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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Sep- 2023 -19 SeptemberManufacturers
Hallmarking falls 12.2% in August
The total number of items hallmarked by the four UK Assay Offices dropped 12.2% in August. In total 778,960 pieces of jewellery were hallmarked in August 2023 compared with 886,746 in August 2022, a decline of 107,786. Gold hallmarking dropped 11.2% from 364,652 pieces hallmarked down to 323,993. However, gold…
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Aug- 2023 -21 AugustTrade Organisations
Gem-A warns of scam products as false credentials circulate
Gem-A, the Gemmological Association of Great Britain, has issued a warning to its members, the gemstone trade and the wider public about an ongoing issue with fraudulent jewellery parcels, which are being distributed bearing fake Gem-A credentials and logos. Individuals receiving these parcels are from geographically diverse areas, including the…
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11 AugustDesigners
Lebrusan Studio launches new Amare Collection
Ethical jewellery brand Lebrusan Studio has launched its new Amare Collection of love rings. Amare consists of four wedding bands; the Florere, the Rosa, the Marquise and the Laurus. The firm said the collection is defined by traditional British craftsmanship and recurring features include milgrain beading, marquise shaped diamond settings…
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4 AugustDesigners
Geoffrey Good launches bespoke services
Fine jeweller Geoffrey Good has announced the launch of a new bespoke service. As part of the service the jeweller will be offering both in person and virtual services to help customers find the right piece. The jeweller will utilise high carat gold, platinum and responsibly sourced coloured gemstones and…
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Jul- 2023 -14 JulyTrade Organisations
Hallmarking falls 13.5% in June
The number of pieces hallmarked by the four UK Assay Offices was down 13.5% with 666,658 pieces hallmarked in June 2023 compared with 770,358 pieces in June 2022. This is yet another month of decline after hallmarking in May dropped 30% year-on-year. Gold hallmarking was down 7.6% with 277,008 pieces…
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10 JulyDesigners
Jessica Flinn launches new Cocktails and Carats engagement rings
Jessica Flinn has launched its new cocktail-inspired ring collection called Cocktails and Carats. Founder Jessica Flinn has curated the range after uncovering the top four cocktails based on Instagram and TikTok stats. The rings in the new collection are also named after certain cocktails such as Margarita, Mojito, Mimosa and…
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5 JulyE-Commerce
Just Diamonds expands into jewellery with new website launch
Birmingham-based diamonds and gemstone supplier Just Diamonds is expanding into finished jewellery coinciding with the launch of its new website www.justdiamondsplus.com. In response to demand from its retail customers, Just Diamonds said it is now offering the trade eternity rings, wedding bands, tennis bracelets, earrings, rings and pendants at very…
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4 JulyRetailers
Jessica Flinn unveils new Wimbledon-inspired collection
Bespoke jeweller Jessica Flinn Fine Jewellery has announced the launch of a new Wimbledon-inspired engagement ring collection. The collection showcases two rings named after the famous Williams sisters ‘Serena’ and ‘Venus.’ The jeweller said the Serena pays homage to the iconic Wimbledon colours with its vibrant green sapphire centrepiece, complemented…
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Jun- 2023 -22 JuneRetailers
Jessica Flinn launches Eras Tour inspired ring collection
Jessica Flinn has launched its new Eras Tour inspired ring collection after Taylor Swift announced the European leg of her international tour. According to Jessica Flinn, the new ring line is also curated with consideration for the recent trend of proposing at one of her shows. The rings are designed…
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16 JuneManufacturers
Hallmarking down 30% in May
The number of hallmarked pieces from the four UK Assay offices dropped 30% year on year in May from 842,236 down to 586,468. The figures mark another month of decline after April saw a decline of 24% and March saw a decline of 36%. Gold hallmarking dropped 18.5% from 336,108…
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