Sheffield
Sheffield has a rich heritage in metalworking and craftsmanship, making it a historic centre of excellence for silversmithing and jewellery production in the UK. Today, the city remains home to a community of jewellers, designers, and manufacturers who blend traditional skills with modern techniques to serve both local and national markets. Jewellery Focus covers Sheffieldโs role in the trade with insights into regional business developments, industry initiatives, and the cityโs ongoing influence on the UK jewellery sector.
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Aug- 2024 -1 AugustDesigners
Jessica Flinn unveils Tea and Two Sugars pendant
Jessica Flinn has announced the launch of the Tea and Two Sugars Pendant crafted in celebration of National Yorkshire Day. The pendant is expertly crafted from the finest nine-carat recycled white, yellow, or rose gold, shaped into a tea cup and saucer. At its centre is a gemstone representing your…
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Apr- 2024 -17 AprilRetailers
Jessica Flinn launches new Botanicals Collection
Sheffield-based fine jewellery brand Jessica Flinn has launched its new Botanicals Collection. The new range is inspired by Art Nouveau motifs and is a combination of vintage charm and contemporary design. Jessica Flinnโs senior designer, Emma Fathers, observed these motifs during Paris Haute Couture Week and embarked on a journey…
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3 AprilRetailers
Jessica Flinn rebrands with new updated look
Sheffield-based jeweller Jessica Flinn Fine Jewellery has announced its rebrand with a new updated look.ย From the detailed redesign of its logo to the selection of a โrefinedโ colour palette, every facet of Jessica Flinn Fine Jewellery’s rebranding journey has been carefully curated to โepitomise the brandโs sophistication and luxuryโ.ย …
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Jan- 2024 -15 JanuaryNews
Hallmarking falls 17.6% in 2023
The total number of items hallmarked by the four UK Assay Offices dropped 17.6% in 2023. In total 8,031,340 pieces of jewellery were hallmarked in 2023 compared with 9,745,285 in 2022, a decline of 1,713,945. Gold hallmarking dropped 12.2% from 4,012,145 pieces hallmarked down to 3,521,940. However, gold 999 saw…
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Dec- 2023 -4 DecemberRetailers
Jessica Flinn launches new Christmas Chocolate collection
Sheffield-based fine jewellery brand Jessica Flinn has launched its new Christmas Chocolate collection inspired by Yorkshire chocolate company Quality Street. Katie Hurst, a Jessica Flinn team member, once lived on a street in Sheffield where residents annually decorate their houses to resemble Quality Street chocolates for charity during Christmas. Quality…
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Nov- 2023 -24 NovemberRetailers
Hallmarking up 3.1% in October
The total number of items hallmarked by the four UK Assay Offices has seen a 3.1% rise in October. In total 867,971 pieces of jewellery were hallmarked in October 2023 compared with 841,693 in October 2022, an increase of 26,278. However, gold hallmarking dropped 2.8% from 404,355 pieces hallmarked down…
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15 NovemberRetailers
Jessica Flinn launches new Art Deco collection
Sheffield-based jewellery brand Jessica Flinn Fine Jewellery has launched its new Art Deco collection. The new collection draws inspiration from the vintage Art Deco jewellery and has been designed by junior designer Emma Fathers. This collection pays homage to the โstriking aestheticsโ of Art Deco, featuring โboldโ geometric patterns with…
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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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14 SeptemberNews
NAJ and Sheffield Assay Office to host early-career event
The National Association of Jewellers and Sheffield Assay Office have together announced the launch of the second Striking Futures event to help early-career jewellery professionals within the industry. The event will take place at the Sheffield Assay Office on 9 October 2023 with a keynote presentation from Jessica Flinn-Allen, founder…
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Jun- 2023 -30 JuneRetailers
Flinn and Steel launches new ring collection
Sheffield jewellery brand Flinn and Steel has expanded its offering with a new ring collection combining Damascus steel and sterling silver. Flinn and Steel have previously crafted rings utilising the โvery bestโ pattern welded damascus steel supplied by the worldโs leading supplier, Damasteel from Sweden. For the latest collection, three…
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