Transparency
Transparency is increasingly important in the UK jewellery trade, with consumers and regulators demanding greater visibility across supply chains and business practices. For jewellers, suppliers, and manufacturers, embracing transparency can build trust, strengthen ethical credentials, and support long-term growth. Jewellery Focus explores transparency initiatives, including traceability technologies, responsible sourcing frameworks, and case studies of businesses leading the way in open, ethical trading practices.
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Aug- 2024 -5 AugustRetailers
Monica Vinader launches first fully traceable aquamarine collection
Demi-fine jewellery brand Monica Vinader has announced the launch of its first fully traceable aquamarine collection, Odyssey, in partnership with Zimbaqua, Africa’s first gemstone mine managed and mined by a women only team, located in Karoi, Zimbabwe. The Odyssey collection is crafted with bold cuts of faceted aquamarine set in…
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Jul- 2024 -8 JulyRetailers
Malabar Gold and Diamonds continues UK expansion with new Leicester site
Malabar Gold and Diamonds, the sixth largest jewellery retailer globally with a retail presence of 350 showrooms across 13 countries, has just unveiled its sixth showroom in the UK in Leicester. Located on Belgrave Road’s Golden Mile, the new showroom spans over 2,000 sq. ft. and features a collection of…
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May- 2024 -28 MayNews
Perwyn invests in Rubel and Ménasché
Perwyn, a European private equity player, has made a significant investment in diamond dealer Rubel and Ménasché alongside the management team with a view to accelerating the company’s growth. Founded in 1956 and located on Rue de la Paix in Paris, Rubel and Ménasché has experienced sustained growth over the…
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16 MayAppointments
Richard Reid becomes 679th prime warden of The Goldsmiths’ Company
The Goldsmiths’ Company has announced that Richard Reid has taken office as prime warden, in succession to Charles Mackworth-Young CVO. Former chairman of KPMG London and the Safer London Foundation, Reid’ chose to take a vocational approach to professional development rather than attend university. He undertook training to become an…
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13 MayRetailers
Lightbox lowers lab-grown diamond retail prices by up to 40%
De Beers Group’s lab-grown diamond brand Lightbox has announced it has lowered the retail price of its lab-grown diamonds by up to 40%. The brand’s colourless DEF stones, featuring an excellent cut and VS clarity, are now $900 (£716.7) a carat, down 40% from $1,500 (£1194.6). The price of lab-grown…
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1 MayRetailers
Under Her Eyes debuts first jewellery range
New British brand Under Her Eyes has announced the launch of its first jewellery range. The new launch features three collections, namely The Daryl, The Astrid and The Cressida. The Daryl collection is inspired by the sharp heart shaped edges of antique jewellery boxes and the concept of “hard love”,…
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Apr- 2024 -30 AprilRetailers
Opsydia appoints new sales and marketing director
Diamond and gemstone security and traceability specialist Opsydia has announced the appointment of Jacqui Larsson to the position of sales and marketing director, effective immediately. As a London Diamond Bourse council member and a fellow of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A), Larsson brings to Opsydia nearly two decades…
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Feb- 2024 -28 FebruaryRetailers
Facet launches The Timeless Classics Collection
Facet has announced the launch of its first fully traceable range, The Timeless Classics Collection, ensuring responsible sourcing and sustainable practices throughout the supply chain through the certified and audited traceability offered by Tracemark. It said that amid a complex global scenario of geopolitical tensions and economic sanctions, the diamond…
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Jan- 2024 -18 JanuaryDesigners
Pomellato unveils Free Gems
Pomellato has unveiled its latest collection, the ‘Pomellato e le pietre libere’ or Free Gems collection. The collection is Pomellato’s distinctive approach to diamond jewels notable for the organically irregular pavé setting developed by the house. Pomellato’s gem setters select diamonds in different sizes and shades and carefully set them…
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Dec- 2023 -12 DecemberDesigners
Bradley’s Jewellers joins the Responsible Jewellery Council
Bradley’s Jewellers has announced that it has joined the Responsible Jewellery Council. The York-based small business will now prioritise RJC Certification, with the goal of achieving Certified Membership Status in 2024. Bradley’s is being supported on its journey towards RJC Certification by Jewelbuild director Sarah North, who has professional experience…
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