York
York has a growing presence in the UK jewellery trade, with its mix of independent jewellers, heritage brands, and vibrant retail scene attracting both consumers and industry attention. For jewellers, suppliers, and designers, staying informed on developments in York helps identify regional opportunities and trends. Jewellery Focus covers the city’s jewellery sector in depth, including store openings, business updates, local market insights, and the role of York in the wider UK jewellery landscape.
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Jun- 2020 -17 JuneAuctions
Christie’s Jewels reveals global sales calendar
Christie’s Jewels has unveiled its global sales calendar for June and July, with an itinerary that now includes live and online auctions in Geneva, Hong Kong, London, New York, and Paris. A total of nine auctions are planned, with five to be held live and four to be held online,…
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1 JuneAuctions
Christie’s launches new auction calendar for summer
Christie’s has announced the new auction calendar for June and July across its luxury categories. The revised calendar includes the rescheduled Geneva, Hong Kong, and New York luxury weeks, and features a wider offering of live and online sales across its global sites in Paris, Hong Kong, Geneva, New York…
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May- 2020 -20 MayDesigners
Astrid & Miyu founder launches business accelerator programme
The owner of Astrid and Miyu has announced the launch of a new mentoring programme for small businesses looking to establish retail start-ups in the UK. Three independent businesses, including alcohol brand Collagin, accessory brand Sun and Day and handbag brand AMZA have now been chosen for a three-month Business…
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Apr- 2020 -17 AprilNews
Former NAJ CEO Michael Hoare passes away
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has announced that the former chief executive of the association, Michael Hoare, has died. President of the NAJ, David Doyle, delivered the news “with a heavy heart” and said that Hoare was known to many from serving in the NAJ (formerly the National Association…
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Jan- 2020 -27 JanuaryAppointments
Fuli Gemstones appoints new CMO
Fuli Gemstones announced it has appointed Pia Tonna as its new CMO. She will oversee the launch of Fuli Gemstones’ new peridot mine located in the Changbai Mountains in China. The mine is the world’s largest known, natural deposit of peridot. Tonna brings with her a “wealth of knowledge” from…
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Oct- 2019 -11 OctoberBrand Profiles
My Store: Palenque Jewellery
Directors Susana and David Heard started Palenque Jewellery in a small gallery-style shop on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile in October 1992. The idea for Palenque can be traced back to the period when the pair first met in Chiapas Mexico, where Susana originates. At the same time as meeting his future…
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7 OctoberRetailers
Chrono24 attracts €43m investment to help fuel growth
The investment comes from new York-based Insight Partners and unnamed Asian finance funds that have made substantial co-investments. Founder and co-CEO Tim Stracke said he is “looking forward to an exciting future”. He said: “Continuous growth without taking major losses has always been an essential component of our growth strategy.…
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Jul- 2019 -11 JulyBrand Profiles
Ecommerce handbook: Atelier VM
Give me a brief description of your business? Atelier VM is an Italian contemporary fine jewellery brand which we, Marta Caffarelli and Viola Naj-Oleari launched back in 1998. The Atelier VM story initially began in NYC where we were creating pieces exclusively for the Barney’s customers. From there, we launched…
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May- 2019 -13 MayFeatures
What do changing gender norms mean for the jewellery industry?
After a January that lasted about a decade, it feels like we’ve raced through the year and collided into spring with its promise of longer days, lighter moods and renewed energy. With spring comes the Met Gala, held on the first Monday of May, which punctuates the time of year…
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3 MayAuctions
Curated Cartier collection set to make over £100,000 at auction
Fellows’ Fine Jewellery sale on 16 May is set to feature 13 items from Cartier, with a total high estimate of nearly £150,000 (£141,400). The French jewellery and watch company was founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, who operated in a Parisian jewellery workshop until it expanded to include watches…
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