Topaz
Topaz is a versatile and widely used gemstone in the UK jewellery industry, valued for its clarity, durability, and wide colour range—from classic blue to rare imperial tones. It appeals to both fine and fashion jewellery markets, offering accessible luxury for consumers and flexible design options for jewellers. Jewellery Focus covers topaz across the supply chain, including sourcing developments, market demand, design trends, and gemstone treatment techniques. Our reporting helps jewellers, designers, and suppliers understand how to position topaz effectively within their collections and respond to evolving consumer preferences.
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Dec- 2017 -5 DecemberDesigners
Gecko to showcase seven collections at J and W 2018
Jewellery supplier Gecko has announced that it will be showcasing seven collections at 2018’s Jewellery and Watch Birmingham. This award-winning company offers ranges for men, women and children, including brands such as Orla Kiely, Fiorelli Jewellery, Fred Bennett, D for diamond. This also includes the brand’s in-house collections from Elements…
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Nov- 2017 -23 NovemberAuctions
£1.4m Graff diamond up for Jewellery Quarter auction in ‘rare’ non-London sale
A fancy intense yellow and white diamond ring will be headlining Birmingham’s Fellows Antique & Modern Jewellery Sale. This yellow diamond is the centre piece of a ring created by Graff Diamonds and is estimated at between £900,000 and £1.4m. The auction house said that sale of a ring worth…
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Oct- 2017 -23 OctoberCelebrities
Fit for a Disney princess: F Hinds values character rings
From Aladdin and Jasmine, to Cinderella and Prince Charming, marriage is at the heart of most Disney films. But which Disney princess boasts the most expensive engagement ring, and which settled for the more modest option? Using real life valuations at today’s prices, jewellery retail chain F Hinds has estimated…
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Jul- 2017 -12 JulyDesigners
Nadine Aysoy to build on success with IJL debut
Fine jewellery brand Nadine Aysoy is preparing to build on its success with an appearance at International Jewellery London (IJL) this year. Founder, Nadine Aysoy, will be bringing her debut collection Tsarina to the event which is inspired by the fact that no two snowflakes are identical. The range incorporates…
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Jun- 2017 -13 JuneDesigners
Warrenders Jewellery launches Platinum Anniversary collection
Sutton-based jewellers Warrenders has launched a Platinum Anniversary collection to celebrate its 70 years in business. The family-run company opened in 1947 and offers bespoke jewellery, repairs, valuations and vintage jewellery. The Anniversary Collection comprises a selection of earrings, pendants and rings in a choice of metals including platinum, gold,…
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Oct- 2016 -3 OctoberCrime
£16,000 of jewellery stolen from Suffolk jewellers
Some £16,000 worth of jewellery has been stolen from a jeweller in Suffolk after a man and woman entered the store and distracted staff. The robbery took place at The Amber Shop in Southwold’s Market Place at around 2:20pm on Friday, 30 September. The pair made off with bangles, necklaces,…
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Nov- 2015 -24 NovemberCrime
£30,000 worth of jewellery stolen in Cornwall smash-and-grab
Police are on the hunt for thieves who stole some £30,000 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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Feb- 2015 -6 FebruaryOpinion
COMMENT: A background on birthstones
History of birthstones Each month of the year correlates to a specific birthstone. It is believed that the origins of birthstones date back to the Breastplate of the High Priest written about in the Old Testament. The breastplate had twelve gemstones representing the twelve tribes of Israel. It was thought…
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Sep- 2014 -11 SeptemberRetailers
Mococo to launch first in-house collection
Jewellery retailer Mococo has announced the launch of its first in-store jewellery collection – Coco Kiss, a bespoke wedding jewellery collection. The Coco Kiss collection primarily focuses on engagement rings and wedding bands that incorporate a contrasting ‘kiss’ design on each piece, and pieces are available in combinations of sterling…
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Jul- 2014 -2 JulyAppointments
Gemstone entrepreneur Ostro awarded OBE
Gemstone industry entrepreneur Maurice Ostro has been appointed OBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours. Ostro, who is chairman of Ostro Minerals, was awarded the status in recognition of “his role in business, charity and interfaith relations”. The firm has grown into one of the world’s leading producers of blue topaz since its founding in…
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