Setting
Settings are a critical element of jewellery design, influencing both aesthetics and functionality. For UK jewellers, designers, and manufacturers, mastering setting techniques and understanding emerging trends is key to creating pieces that resonate with consumers. Jewellery Focus explores the world of jewellery settings, from traditional methods to innovations in CAD and 3D printing, as well as insights into consumer preferences and production challenges. Our coverage helps trade professionals stay ahead in design and craftsmanship.
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Apr- 2013 -2 AprilTrade Organisations
Holts Academy of Jewellery launches nationwide apprenticeship scheme
Holts Academy of Jewellery has announced the launch of its exclusive National Apprenticeship Programme.
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Mar- 2013 -28 MarchTrade Organisations
Goldsmiths’ Centre launches its master class series
The Goldsmiths’ Centre recently launched its series of technical master classes for trade professionals with a session focusing on optical diamond setting.
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19 MarchCurrent Affairs
Retailers beat green targets
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has launched a progress report that reveals retailers have surpassed a range of targets set to reduce their environmental impact.
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15 MarchDesigners
Gem-A awards scholarships to emerging talents
The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has awarded two scholarships to entrants of the Goldsmiths’ Craftsmanship & Design Awards 2013.
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Feb- 2013 -19 FebruaryEconomy
Retail business running costs up £20bn since 2006
A British Retail Consortium (BRC) commissioned study by Oxford Economics has revealed that retailers’ operating costs have increased by a fifth since 2006.
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Jan- 2013 -3 JanuaryCurrent Affairs
CIBJO president praised by NAG for CSR statement
CIBJO president Gaetano Cavalieri’s recent statement outlining the organisation’s doctrine for corporate social responsibility (CSR) has been praised by the National Association of Goldsmiths (NAG).
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Dec- 2012 -10 DecemberCurrent Affairs
Largest ever 3.15 carat coloured diamond set to be auctioned
A rare 3.15 carat circular-cut coloured diamond is set to be auctioned in New York and is expected to raise between £435,000 and £750,000.
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Nov- 2012 -15 NovemberEvents
Backes & Strauss contributes to Chain of Hope Gala Ball auction
The 2012 Chain of Hope Annual Gala Ball, held on 8 November at the Natural History Museum in London, raised more than £700,000 for the charity, and a new timepiece proved to be a hit in the live auction.
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Sep- 2012 -28 SeptemberTrade Organisations
CEO of Birmingham Assay Office completes 50 mile charity bike ride
Assay master Michael Allchin recently raised more than £4,000 for charity, undertaking a 50-mile sportive.
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Jul- 2012 -4 JulyDesigners
IJL KickStarter lands prize at Treasure
Up-and-coming jewellery designer Lestie Lee has won the 'Designer of the Year' award at the recent Treasure event.
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