White Gold
White gold is a perennial favourite in the jewellery trade, valued for its contemporary aesthetic and versatility in both bridal and fine jewellery collections. For UK jewellers, designers, and suppliers, staying on top of trends in white gold design, consumer demand, and supply chain developments is key to commercial success. Jewellery Focus provides detailed coverage on white gold, including product launches, market analysis, innovations in alloying and finishing, and insights into sustainable sourcing practices.
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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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Oct- 2015 -5 OctoberCrime
Jewellery stolen in Marlow jewellers smash-and-grab
An 18-carat white sapphire and diamond cocktail ring is one of a number of pieces of jewellery stolen during a smash-and-grab raid in Marlow, Buckinghamshire, last month. The robbery took place around 2:40am on Friday, September 18, when a white Vauxhall Corsa was driven into the front of Fullard Fine…
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Sep- 2015 -28 SeptemberWatch Focus
Vacheron Constantin introduces ‘most complicated watch’ ever made
Luxury watch brand Vacheron Constantin has introduced what it claims is the ‘most complicated watch’ ever made. With 57 complications the Reference 57260 has beaten the previous record holder the Patek Philippe Calibre 89, which has 33 complications. The model’s name stands for the number of complications and the 260th…
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Aug- 2015 -17 AugustDesigners
Tresor Paris launches new Quantum Cubus collection
Tresor Paris last week unveiled its new ‘Quantum Cubus’ jewellery range for men and women. Quantum Cubus features necklaces, bracelets, rings and cufflinks and aims to give clothing outfits a “modern, yet tasteful twist”. The collection includes the use of a lapis stone, which adds a touch of colour to…
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Jul- 2015 -17 JulyRetailers
Argos launches bespoke diamond jewellery creation service
Argos has officially announced the launch of a new bespoke service allowing customers to create their own piece of diamond jewellery. ‘Exclusively Yours’ will allow consumers to create their own rings, earrings or pendants to meet their tastes and price range and have it directly delivered to their door. The…
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Jun- 2015 -2 JuneCelebrities
Iggy Azalea’s $500,000 yellow diamond engagement ring
A yellow diamond given to pop singer Iggy Azalea by her partner for their engagement is worth around £250,000, according to the CEO of Gemporia. Steve Bennett said as a stand-alone stone the central diamond would cost close to £175,000; the surrounding white diamonds are over 2 carats and have…
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Mar- 2015 -6 MarchWatch Focus
Vintage watches to go on sale at Roseberys Fine Art auction
An 18-carat gold and diamond gentleman’s skeleton wristwatch from Swiss luxury watchmaker Corum is estimated to sell for £100,000 to £150,000 as part of Roseberys Fine Art Auction. The watch, which will go on sale at the auction on Tuesday March 24, was commissioned and designed exclusively as a one…
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Nov- 2014 -21 NovemberManufacturers
Domino reveals pendants and studs ahead of Christmas
Jewellery manufacturer Domino has announced a capsule collection of diamond pendant and stud earring designs ahead of the Christmas rush. The five pendant and earring suites, which are designed and manufactured entirely in the UK, are available in platinum as well as 18ct white, yellow and rose gold. They are supplied…
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4 NovemberDesigners
Deakin & Francis expands into Asia with Lane Crawford
Deakin & Francis has expanded into the Asian market with its products now available in Hong Kong and Chinese department store group, Lane Crawford, as well as on the firm’s website. The move comes after Deakin & Francis visited Hong Kong as part of the UKTI Great Weeks trade mission,…
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Oct- 2014 -17 OctoberRetailers
Beaverbrooks to launch new diamond ring collection
Beaverbrooks unveiled a new diamond ring collection this week as an addition to its ‘Era’ range. The Beaverbrooks Era collection was launched earlier this year in celebration of the firm’s 95th birthday, and was created through a revival of some of the bestsellers in its 95-year history. The collection includes…
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