Responsible Jewellery Council
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) sets global standards for ethical, social, and environmental practices in the jewellery supply chain, making its work highly relevant to UK jewellers, designers, manufacturers, and suppliers committed to responsible sourcing. Jewellery Focus covers RJC developments in depth, including certification updates, sustainability initiatives, and the impact of its standards on trade practices. Our reporting helps professionals understand how RJC membership and compliance influence consumer trust, supply chain transparency, and competitive advantage in the jewellery market.
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Jul- 2025 -22 JulyRetailers
Loquet launches new summer charms
Loquet has unveiled a collection of lockets and charms for summer, including designs featuring cherries, pink cocktails and diamonds. According to the London-based jewellery brand, founded in 2013 by environmentalist and columnist Sheherazade Goldsmith, each piece is crafted in 18-carat gold and designed to hold personal meaning. New additions include…
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Jun- 2025 -5 JuneAppointments
Responsible Jewellery Council elects new board members
The Responsible Jewellery Council has elected seven new and returning members to its board of directors following recent elections for the 2025 term. Purvi Shah from De Beers Group and Gaetano Cavalieri from CIBJO were re-elected to represent the producer and trade association forums respectively. Meanwhile, Antonio Samaniego of Minera…
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May- 2025 -23 MayRetailers
Chaumet commits to traceability with new Bee de Chaumet pendant
Chaumet has launched its new Bee de Chaumet pendant, crafted entirely from 100% responsibly sourced gold that is fully traceable from mine to finished piece, marking a significant step forward in the brand’s commitment to “exemplary” environmental responsibility. The pendant illustrates Chaumet’s desire to drive enhancements to ethical jewellery standards,…
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15 MayRetailers
Loquet launches new Lemon Charm collab with Skye McAlpine
Loquet has announced the launch of a limited-edition Lemon Charm as part of its latest Charms for Change collaboration with chef and author Skye McAlpine. Drawing inspiration from her own Tavola tableware collection and sun-soaked Venetian lemon recipes, together the duo have created this piece. Crafted in 18k yellow gold,…
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Feb- 2025 -25 FebruaryTrade Organisations
RJC launches RJC Laboratory Grown Material Standard
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has launched the RJC Laboratory Grown Material Standard (LGMS) to set a benchmark for ethical and sustainable practices in the laboratory-grown (lab-grown) diamond and lab-grown coloured gemstone sector. The LGMS outlines the necessary provisions for RJC members working with lab-grown diamonds and lab-grown coloured gemstones,…
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Jan- 2025 -7 JanuaryRetailers
Tom Wood to launch Snakeskin Rings for Lunar New Year
Tom Wood has announced it will launch its new Snakeskin Rings on 13 January 2025 in celebration of the Chinese Zodiac’s Lunar New Year. Expertly crafted in three of the brand’s signature shapes – Cushion, Kay and Oval – the Snakeskin rings showcases a “unique” variation of the jasper stone,…
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Dec- 2024 -11 DecemberTrade Organisations
Responsible Jewellery Council updates COP and COC standards
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has announced updates to its Code of Practices (COP) and Chain of Custody (COC) standards in its 5-year ISEAL mandated review. The COC standard has been updated to recognise three main types of eligible material for recycled metals: Pre-Consumer, Post Consumer, Waste and a mix…
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10 DecemberDesigners
Loquet launches The Artemis Sapphire pear drop locket
Loquet has announced the launch of the newest addition to the Heirloom Locket Collection, The Artemis Sapphire pear drop locket. The piece is hand crafted in 18k white gold set with a trio of pear cut Top Wesselton G VVS diamonds and a blue sapphire. The brand stated: “The Artemis…
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Mar- 2024 -5 MarchTrade Organisations
Responsible Jewellery Council appoints new chair
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has announced the appointment of Dave Meleski, president, and CEO of Richline Group, as its new chair. Meleski is taking over as chair from David Bouffard, who is term-limited after being elected to two three-year terms in 2018. Bouffard will step down as chair on…
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Jan- 2024 -30 JanuaryRetailers
Pandora shifts to only recycled silver and gold
Pandora has today (30 January 2024) announced it has changed its precious metals supply and is now sourcing only recycled silver and gold for all its jewellery. The shift avoids significant greenhouse gas emissions, as mining requires more energy and resources than recycling. The carbon footprint of recycled silver is…
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