Silver
Silver continues to be a vital material in the jewellery trade, valued for its affordability, versatility, and enduring popularity with consumers. For UK jewellers, designers, manufacturers, and suppliers, the silver market presents both opportunities and challenges, from price volatility to increasing demand for ethically sourced and recycled materials. Jewellery Focus offers comprehensive coverage on silver, including market trends, regulatory updates, design innovations, and sustainability initiatives. Our reporting helps jewellery professionals stay ahead in a competitive sector where silver plays a key role in both fine and fashion jewellery.
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Jan- 2023 -5 JanuaryNews
Hancocks London selects Victorian brooch as jewel for January
Hancocks London has revealed that a Victorian frog brooch made around 1890 has been selected as its jewel of the month for January. The frog brooch is made of silver with gold feet and is covered in old cut diamonds. The central panel down its back is set with green…
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Dec- 2022 -22 DecemberRetailers
Goodman bros to distribute Angel Whisperer in UK
Goodman bros has announced that it has been appointed as the distributor of Angel Whisperer from Engelsrufer in the UK and Ireland. The company has successfully distributed Angel Whisperer in other territories and has now been given the green light to replicate the operation in the UK and Ireland. Angel…
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15 DecemberDesigners
Suzy Levian unveils new Diamondesque collection
Jewellery designer Suzy Levian has launched her latest collection, Diamondesque, made of cubic zirconia and sterling silver looks that aim to mimic the luxuriousness of fine diamond jewellery at a fraction of the price. The sterling silver white cubic zirconia hoop earrings feature three rows of round cut white cubic…
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5 DecemberRetailers
Latest Cheffins Jewellery sale grosses £369,000
The last Cheffins Jewellery, Silver and Watches Sale of 2022 grossed over £369,000, with the auction seeing a 95% sale rate across the 531 lots offered. It took place on Thursday 24 November at the firm’s sale rooms in Cambridge. Leading the jewellery section was a pair of Burmese ruby…
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Nov- 2022 -29 NovemberNews
Birmingham Assay Office teams up with Aston University for KTP
Aston University has teamed up with hallmarking specialists Birmingham Assay Office (BAO) through a knowledge transfer partnership (KTP) aimed at developing a sophisticated intelligent business system. The system will aim to improve operational efficiency and increase BAO’s competitiveness, leading to significant improvements in customer experience. A KTP is a three-way…
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28 NovemberRetailers
Goldsmith Mark Lloyd unveils new collaborative limited edition brand
Goldsmith Mark Lloyd and nail artist Kirsty Meakin have launched a limited edition jewellery brand: “Kirsty Meakin X Mark Lloyd”. Hand-made in Mark Lloyd’s UK based workshop using 925 solid sterling silver on a 925 silver classic 18” curb chain, laser inscribed with Kirsty’s unique skull logo on the front…
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23 NovemberRetailers
So-le Studio unveils capsule collection ahead of flagship opening
So-le Studio has unveiled its latest capsule collection, consisting of three new designs complimenting the existing leather upcycled collection. The capsule features a cuff, a necklace, and earrings. The drop acts as a prelude to the upcoming Lucenova Collection, to be revealed with the opening of So-le Studio first flagship…
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22 NovemberDesigners
Bradley’s Jewellers launches special edition christmas bangles
Independent jewellery retail business, Bradley’s Jewellers York has launched a new set of bangle designs ahead of Christmas. The special edition “Yorkshire Rose” bangle will be available from 1 December 2022, in a range of precious metals, including solid 9k and 18k white, yellow and rose gold, and a small…
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15 NovemberRetailers
JK Findings acquires Intercept Silver and Jewellery Care
JK Findings, a manufacturer and wholesaler of precious metal products for the jewellery industry, has announced that it has acquired Intercept Silver and Jewelry Care. Intercept Technology is a product that provides superior protection against tarnish and corrosion. The product is clean and non abrasive, leaves no detectable deposit on…
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2 NovemberRetailers
CME launches Italian Style collection
CME has launched its Italian Style jewellery collection which includes a specially curated selection of pieces from CME’s suppliers in Italy. The collection includes sterling silver earrings, necklaces, chains, bracelets and anklets, with yellow plated pieces available. CME has been sourcing from both large and small suppliers in Italy since…
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