Sapphire
Sapphires are among the most sought-after gemstones in the jewellery trade, prized for their rich colours, durability, and timeless appeal. For UK jewellers, designers, and suppliers, understanding sapphire trends, sourcing challenges, and consumer demand is key to staying competitive. Jewellery Focus provides expert coverage on sapphires, including market analysis, ethical and sustainable sourcing, design innovations, and insights into global supply chain developments affecting availability and pricing.
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Mar- 2016 -17 MarchAuctions
Rising demand for coloured gemstones sees auction prices soar
There has been a surge in demand for coloured gemstones prompting rapidly rising prices, according to Bonhams. The auction house said sapphires have seen a particular rise in popularity, with consumers purchasing sapphire engagement and wedding rings. Bonhams said its clients are looking for something โa little bit differentโ from…
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Jan- 2016 -5 JanuaryCurrent Affairs
World’s largest blue star sapphire ‘discovered in Sri Lanka’
The worldโs largest blue star sapphire has been found in a mine in Sri Lanka, gemologists have claimed. Gemologists in the countryโs capital said they have certified the gem, which was mined in the city of Ratnapura, known as the City of Gems, as weighing 1404 carats – ย the previous…
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Dec- 2015 -11 DecemberAuctions
Rare Kashmir sapphire and diamond ring sets new world auction record
A rare sapphire and diamond ring acheived $1.35m (ยฃ892,000) at Bonhamโs New York fine jewellery auction on 8 December, setting a new world record. The Tiffany & Co ring – centred by an oval-cut sapphire, and flanked by European-cut diamonds weighing 7.84-carats – set the world record for the most…
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Nov- 2015 -24 NovemberCrime
ยฃ30,000 worth of jewellery stolen in Cornwall smash-and-grab
Police are on the hunt for thieves who stole some ยฃ30,000 worth of goods from a jewellers in Cornwall. The incident, which took place at Little Jems Jewellers in Treganna Place shortly after 3:50am on Saturday, 21 November, saw the offenders enter the shop by smashing the front glass door…
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6 NovemberWatch Focus
Huawei launches smartwatch in UK
Chinese electronics company Huawei has announced the launch of its new smartwatch in the UK. The Huawei Watch takes its design and inspiration from traditional wristwatches. It measures 42mm in diameter and has a fully circular face with the crown located at the two oโclock position. Powered by Android Wear,…
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Oct- 2015 -9 OctoberBrand Profiles
A Shore Thing
Shore Projects is a British watch start-up inspired by the coastlines of the British Isles. TOM DAVIS sits down with co-founder Jono Holt to learn more about the companyโs recent growthย [divider style=”solid” top=”20″ bottom=”20″] Having only been in business 18 months, many brands in the watch industry would still…
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5 OctoberCrime
Jewellery stolen in Marlow jewellers smash-and-grab
An 18-carat white sapphire and diamond cocktail ring is one of a number of pieces of jewellery stolen during a smash-and-grab raid in Marlow, Buckinghamshire, last month. The robbery took place around 2:40am on Friday, September 18, when a white Vauxhall Corsa was driven into the front of Fullard Fine…
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Jun- 2015 -8 JuneWatch Focus
Porsche reveals first watches designed entirely in-house
Porsche Design has announced a new series of timepiece models – Chronotimer Series 1 – which it says form the first complete series of timepieces developed entirely independently by the luxury brand. The pieces, based on the principles of Professor Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, will be launched in July 2015. Porsche…
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May- 2015 -13 MayAuctions
World record jewellery auction for Sotheby’s
Sothebyโs has set a new world record total for a jewellery auction – breaking six other world auction records in the process.ย The โMagnificent Jewels and Noble Jewelsโ auction, which was held on Tuesday May 12 in Geneva, achieved a total of 149,851,375 Swiss Francs (ยฃ102.9m) – the world record…
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Mar- 2015 -2 MarchTaking Stock
Atlantic Watches
Atlantic Watches brings to the UK the Atlantic International Watch brand that combines Swiss quality and a tradition of 127 years of watchmaking. A collection of both ladies and gentlemenโs quality Swiss watches are available. The Worldmaster and Art Deco series brings classic designs that are sought after by collectors…
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