Vintage
Vintage jewellery holds enduring appeal in the UK market, valued for its craftsmanship, history, and unique designs that stand apart from mass-produced pieces. For retailers, designers, and wholesalers, vintage collections offer opportunities to attract customers seeking sustainable, one-of-a-kind items with heritage appeal.
Jewellery Focus delivers extensive coverage of the vintage sector, including market trends, sourcing insights, auctions and estate sales, and the role of vintage in shaping contemporary design influences. We also explore business strategies for professionals capitalising on the growing demand for pre-owned and antique jewellery.
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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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Jan- 2017 -17 JanuaryCurrent Affairs
Burlington Arcade up for sale
Burlington Arcade – the luxury shopping gallery in London that is home to 19 jewellers – has been put on the market for a sum believed to be around £400m. Thor Equities and Meyer Bergman, co-owners of the arcade, have announced plans to sell the renowned global luxury retail destination,…
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9 JanuaryCurrent Affairs
Period jewellery soars 80% in value over past decade
Period and designer jewellery has grown more in value than the housing market, according to new figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The research revealed the most rare and sought-after pieces of vintage jewellery have soared in value by more than 80% during the past 10 years. It…
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Nov- 2016 -16 NovemberCurrent Affairs
Hatton Garden BID launches area’s first ‘Christmas gift guide’
The Hatton Garden Business Improvement District (BID) has launched the jewellery quarter’s first Christmas gift guide, in a bid to capitalise on festive spending. Created to promote Hatton Garden and its fine jewellery offering, the guide will showcase over 50 pieces of jewellery including precious designs, bespoke pieces and luxury…
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Jul- 2016 -28 JulyEvents
Gecko to showcase 9 new collections at IJL 2016
Jewellery supplier Gecko has announced it will be showcasing nine new collections at this year’s International Jewellery London (IJL). Gecko’s new season ranges, which cater for men, women and children, will be exhibited from best-selling brands Orla Kiely, Fiorelli, Fred Bennett, D for diamond and collections from Elements & Beginnings.…
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Jun- 2016 -23 JuneDesigners
Millennials to drive jewellery trends in 2017
Millennials and the merging of polarities – the attraction of complementary opposites – is driving jewellery trends for 2017. In its latest Gem Visions Trend Directions 2017, Swarovski claims that millennials are driving jewellery trends through their philosophy of merging polarities, such as art vs science, natural vs manmade, young…
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Dec- 2015 -18 DecemberEvents
SPONSORED: Top Drawer fashion jewellery exhibitors
Listed below is a selection of jewellery exhibitors at the upcoming Top Drawer exhibition which will take place between 17 and 19 January next year, compiled by the organiser of the event – Clarion Events. [divider style=”solid” top=”20″ bottom=”20″] Industrial Jewellery Fashion | Stand: 528 Sector: Fashion Product Categories:…
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Nov- 2015 -25 NovemberRetailers
Ernest Jones to open at London Designer Outlet
Ernest Jones, the diamond jewellery and watch retailer, is set to open a new store at London’s only outlet centre, London Designer Outlet (LDO). The retailer – owned by the Signet Jewelers group and was established in 1949 – will unveil its 1,786 sq ft outlet store at LDO in…
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Jun- 2015 -19 JuneCrime
Jeweller fined for selling illegal big cat claws in jewellery
A vintage jewellery designer popular with Kate Moss has been fined £2,000 after she was caught selling antique big cat claws. Annina Vogel, who is behind the eponymous jewellery brand, was spotted selling the claws by a customer, who became concerned when she heard a sales representative refer to 14…
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3 JuneAuctions
Bonhams: £60m of jewellery ‘gathering dust’
There is an estimated £60m worth of vintage jewellery gathering dust in drawers and attics across Britain, according to Bonhams. The auction house said that millions of pounds worth of earrings, necklaces, bracelets and other pieces of jewellery are simply set aside and forgotten as a result of changing tastes.…
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