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What Is Dhanteras? Dhanteras, also known as Dhanvantari Trayodashi, marks the beginning of the Diwali festive season. The word Dhan translates to wealth. The word Theras translates to 13th and is related to the 13th lunar day of the Krishna Paksha in the Hindu calendar. Why is Dhanteras celebrated? Observed two days before Diwali Puja, it commemorates the birth of Lord Dhanvantari, the God of Ayurveda and the avatar of Lord Vishnu. Believed to have emerged from the churning of the ocean holding a pot filled with nectar in one hand and sacred texts in the other. Lord Dhanvantari is considered the teacher and father of Ayurveda and is also said to be a physician to the Gods. Dhanteras Puja On this festive day, devotees perform Dhanteras puja in the evening. All household members attend the religious ceremony and offer fresh flowers, prasad, wheat and various pulses to the deity during the puja. On dhantrayodashi little red footprints are made near the entrance of the house to symbolise t

Laura Bond has announced the launch of its autumn and winter collection, featuring more than fifteen new designs. Laura Bond Jewellery is an Edinburgh based, family run, luxury earring brand, specialising in affordable solid gold pieces for cartilage piercings. The jeweller sources manufacturers handpicked for their quality and expertise, as well as their strong ethical values. According to Laura Bond it will offer a selection of white gold pieces, as well as three new celestial cartilage studs and a “sparkly” snake labret.  The brand has also said two new additions in the Satine and hanging marquise labret studs will feature in the new offering.  All earrings are crafted in solid gold for long wear and durability in all cartilage piercings. source https://www.jewelleryfocus.co.uk/201987-laura-bond-launches-new-a-w-collection

Goldsmiths has unveiled a new design concept for its Reading showroom, The Oracle. The showroom is only the second of Goldsmith’s, new concept to open, following on from Canterbury which opened at the start of October. It reveals a whole new interior concept, as well as an exceptional new line up of timepieces and fine-jewellery brands. Fine jewellery highlights include Goldsmiths’ Brightest Diamond as well as a curated collection of higher-carat diamond jewellery and a new limited-edition suite of white gold and diamond pieces. Craig Bolton, executive director of the Watches of Switzerland Group, said: “This is a significant milestone for Goldsmiths. “Luxury today has become far more relaxed, inclusive, and experiential, so while we are elevating the Goldsmiths brand position, our goal is to make everyone feel valued and at home when visiting our showrooms.” source https://www.jewelleryfocus.co.uk/201986-goldsmiths-unveils-new-design-concept-at-reading-showroom

Lebrusan Studio has unveiled its Freedom collection which features gender-neutral commitment rings. The collection’s flagship piece is a 3mm flat band set with a technicolour row of Sri Lankan sapphires. Cast in 100% recycled yellow or white gold, set with traceable and conflict-free diamonds and sapphires and created here in the UK by skilled and specialist craftspeople, these jewels are also sustainably sourced. Embracing a variety of band widths, shapes, details and colours, the collection is made up of components that clients can mix and match. The brand said: “Having worked with many LGBTQ+ couples over the years, we appreciate that the conventions of traditional bridal jewellery can, for some people, feel restrictive. Solitaire diamonds and plain gold bands just aren’t for everyone. “The inspiration behind this flexible collection is the eclectic variety of clients to walk through our doors on a weekly basis, and our fundamental desire to ensure that nobody feels pigeonholed

McKellars have been announced the winners of best independent retailer for two awards ceremonies, the Lanarkshire business award (LBA) and the Scottish business award (SBA). It revealed the LBA took place on the 9 October at the Radstone Hotel, Strathaven where McKellars was nominated for best independent retailer for South Lanarkshire and came out on. The winner of the LBA is then entered into the grand final of (SBA) which was held on the 24 October at the Doubletree by Hilton Central Station in Glasgow with over 700 people in attendance. According to the jewellers, despite being in one of the largest categories at the event, it was crowned the best independent retailer in Scotland for 2020/21, which is the jewellers second year in a row after winning the competition in 2019.  McKellars said: “Having won our category two years ago we really did not believe we would win the final for a second year running. The category field is so large and diverse and trading conditions have bee

Sustainability considerations now rank alongside price and design for global consumers when purchasing diamonds, according to new research by De Beers Group. In the company’s eighth annual Diamond Insight Report, it takes an in-depth look at the topic of sustainability in the diamond sector, including how sustainability considerations are influencing consumer decisions relating to natural diamonds. The report found that sustainability considerations were influencing consumer purchase decisions across all sectors, with 60% of consumers and more than 80% of opinion leaders having chosen to buy a product made in a more environmentally or socially responsible way over any other product. The study also found that fine jewellery ranked third, after only food and clothing, as the category most frequently purchased on the basis of sustainability considerations. The top five sustainability considerations for diamond consumers in the study were protection of the environment, fair worker tre

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has unveiled a 50% discount on business rates for the hospitality, retail and leisure sectors (up to £110,000), equating to a business tax cut worth £1.7bn, the biggest single-year rates cut for firms in over 30 years. Unveiling his latest Budget in the Commons today (27 October), Sunak said it will help deliver a “stronger economy for the British people”. Nonetheless, he warned of “challenging months ahead”.  Sunak noted that while business rates will be retained, the government will introduce “key reforms”, with more frequent revaluations of rates set to be made every three years from 2023 onwards.  Following suggestions from the British Retail Consortium (BRC) and the British Property federation, Sunak also revealed that from 2023, every company will also be able to make property improvements without having to pay additional business rates for 12 months. Amongst other measures unveiled by the chancellor, he confirmed that the national minimum wage is set

High Street jewellers, F.Hinds has announced that it has partnered with BBC Children in Need for 2021 to help raise money that will benefit disadvantaged children and young people across the UK. The business will be raising money for the charity across its estate of 115 and 12 Chapelle stores across the UK, from 1 until 17 November 2021. The company, which celebrates its 165th anniversary this year, will be inviting customers to enter a competition to win one of two £250 gift cards and giant Pudsey Bears by making a purchase and a donation at the till of any of its stores. Natasha House, head of marketing at F.Hinds, said: “We are incredibly proud to be supporting BBC Children in Need this year and we hope it is the start of an ongoing relationship with the charity. “We understand the ongoing need for charities such as BBC Children in Need and, for many generations, we have supported national and local charities and helped give back to our local communities. I know our fantastic te

Petra Diamonds has revealed its Q1 FY22 revenues increased by 48% during the three-month period ending 30 September. It reported revenues of US$114.9m (£83.1m) compared to Q1 FY 2021 which was US$77.7m (£56.2m). The company said this was driven by proceeds from the sale of Exceptional Stones during the quarter totalling US$50.2 (£36.3m). Diamond prices on a like-for-like basis are also up ca. 3% compared to Q4 FY 2021. Additionally, the company’s diamond inventory for this quarter is valued at US$76.0m (£55m), compared to S$45.1m (£32.6) on 30 June 2021. Production for Petra Diamonds also increased by 8% compared to the preceding quarter at a total of 861,991 carats. In addition, the lost time injury frequency rate is also down 52%. Petra Diamonds said this reflects the “positive impact” of remedial actions and behaviour-based intervention programmes launched during FY 2021. However, the company’s year-on-year production is down 12% which is “largely attributable” to Finsch’s hi

The Diwali festive season is here. With COVID-19 restrictions relaxed this year, we can all go back to celebrating the festival of lights with pomp and enthusiasm. The lighting up of fireworks, the partaking in family feasts, the delectable mithais, the festive outfits, and yes… the GIFTS! Gifting is an essential aspect of Diwali. It is a tradition for family members, friends and loved ones to present each other with gifts during the festive season. And since gold is said to bring good fortune during Diwali, it is a popular Diwali gift option, especially among married, engaged and dating lovers. But sometimes, choosing the right piece can be tricky. Keeping that in mind, we have compiled Diwali gift options for your woman this festive season.  Here is a look at 5 Diwali gift ideas from our jewellery collection for women. Little Princess Crown Diamond Ring Our Little Princess Crown Diamond Ring is a mesmerising promise ring that signifies commitment and devotion. The ring comes in varia

Starting a business during a global pandemic in a saturated market? One could think an individual crazy, but I fell in love with this industry from the first moment I became immersed in it. The past seven years of experience within this sphere, and more specifically the latter ten months leading to the launch of Miriam Elizabeth, brought with it lessons by the dozen, all the while being in the midst of COVID-19, an unexpected and previously unseen landscape. In both society and business, we have had to become proficient at functioning almost entirely remotely. From conversing with stone setters over Whatsapp, to relying on the postal service to transport precious waxes to my preferred casting house, I have first and foremost needed to work with individuals also willing to bend to the current circumstances. Being sent detailed videos of gemstones rather than visiting the then closed showrooms, to discussing timelines electronically instead of face to face, enabled me to conti

SVP Jewellery specialists has expanded into the Australian market with Van Weelde (VW) Fashion agency. The jewellers started to see a “real uplift in traffic” from Australia and SVP Jewellery said “now is the right time” to take the brand into different markets. VW Fashion is an Australian wholesaler working with retailers to increase sales and grow their labels in their target markets.  SVP Jewellery, which specialises in adjustable rings, is hand-crafted from recycled sterling silver and 18 carat gold vermeil set with semi-precious gemstones. SVP Jewellery said it “believes in beautifully made, fairly paid”, with the company’s artisans based in Jaipur, India. Sarah Parham, CEO and founder of SVP Jewellery, said: “I am very excited to be working with Kim and her team and Van Weelde Agency as we enter into this next stage of growth.” source https://www.jewelleryfocus.co.uk/201938-svp-jewellery-expands-into-australian-market

9 Tips on Caring for Roman Glass Jewelry Have you recently added roman glass jewelry to your beloved jewelry collection? Read here for nine foolproof tips on caring for your roman glass jewelry. Keyword(s): roman glass jewelry       Do you own any Roman glass jewelry in your collection? Are you a fan of luxury and timeless pieces? Roman glass is a glass existing since the Roman empire. People found this type of glass through archaeological excavation in Mediterranean countries. Roman glass is a fragile piece. It went through many processes to turn into a beautiful jewel. With this, it needs proper care every time. Want to ensure your roman glass jewelry retains its luster? Continue reading and find out nine tips on how you can take care of your Roman glass jewelry. 1. Keep It Dry All authentic Roman glass jewelry that exists today is a thousand years old, or even more! The color of the Roman glass is the result of soil, weather, and pressure preservation. Thus, creating a be

Diwali is a festival of bright lights, celebrations, and dressing up! This is the festival where most people try to bring out their styles through their ethnic outfits and traditional jewellery. In all the glitter and shine of this festive season, make sure you set a trend this Diwali with your look and try out new jewellery pieces. We have brought to you some alluring jewellery options that you can style this season and look your best. The Classic Gold: Gold is a very common jewellery option that we either have worn ourselves or have seen others wear during Diwali. Although a traditional form of accessorising, gold jewellery also comes in a lot of contemporary designs and patterns. From delicate and modern jewellery pieces to traditional designs like tushi and temple jewellery, if styled right, gold jewellery can always make a statement and accentuate your look. Thus, if this Diwali you are planning to make a statement with some gorgeous lehenga or a traditional saree, gold jewellery

Sustainable jewellery brand Vurchoo has launched a new stockist for its Studs of Hope collection. The Secret Garden Jewellery in Basingstoke has taken on the collection, becoming Vurchoo’s 48th stockist. It said the Studs of Hope is an evergreen collection of “unique and affordable earrings” that represent and donate to the country they are inspired by. The collection comprises gold, silver and mixed metals as well as ethically sourced gemstones. Each design, which ranges from the ‘Not So Evil Eye’ of Guatemala to the ‘Lapis Lazuli’ of Honduras and the ‘Golden Clover’ of Uganda, comes mounted on a card which shows the region which customers are supporting and tells the story behind it. For every pair sold, Vurchoo donates 10-25% of profits to charities that help street children around the world to escape poverty and find education. The charities are based in the UK and overseas, and the donations are completed via Vurchoo’s UK partner registered charity, Teach a Man to Fish. Ind

David M Robinson (DMR) has introduced four new contemporary styles to its Hopscotch’ collection to celebrate its 10th anniversary of the range. The four new pieces include an 18ct yellow gold contemporary diamond ring, which wraps around the wearer’s finger. Retailing at £1,200, the new ring is available exclusively in one of the four showrooms and online. DMR also welcomed two new styles of yellow gold earring and a polished gold bracelet to the Hopscotch suite. Jasmine Byrne, jewellery buyer, DMR, said: “Hopscotch has remained one of our most popular collections over the last ten years, in part due to the enduring memories we all have of that famous motif. “The latest additions to the collection are a testament to the collaborative spirit of DMR, bringing together our skilled design team and goldsmiths, with the expertise of our in-showroom experts. We are confident that the arrival of these pieces will be an exciting addition to our showrooms ahead of the busy festive period.”

Hello darlings, Here we are, in the full autumnal glory of fall. I hope the weather is as beautiful where you are as it is here! I’ve been having a fun fall so far and I hope you are too! I have started a new little gig for Instore Magazine doing celebrity jewelry coverage. It’s super fun so far – I am one of two writers working on the project. Here are my first few posts on Quannah Chasinghorse at the Met Gala, Kate Hudson showing her sports team spirit, and the Kravis engagement ring. If you want more, you can see all of Instore’s celeb jewelry coverage here. On a personal note, I love this time of year. Continue reading What I’m Reading: Vol 120. at Diamonds in the Library. Via Diamonds in the Library https://ift.tt/3Bw9SZ3

Hancocks London has unveiled its second new diamond collection this year called ‘Slinky Shoulders’. The collection consists of six rings, designed by the jeweller and handcrafted in Britain, with each ring featuring a diamond with a side of colour. It also features a variety of shapes and sizes of old-cut diamonds, all set with coloured gemstone shoulders with specially cut aquamarines, sapphires or emeralds. Guy Burton, director, Hancocks London, said: “This collection evolved from discussions we had about different ways to complement and enhance our beautiful old cut diamond solitaire rings. “Cutting stones to fit exactly into a design like this is known as calibre cut. Each one of these coloured gems has been designed and cut by hand so that they precisely fit into the shoulders of the band of each ring. The attention to detail this affords is reflected in the beauty of these jewels.” He added: “Our beautiful antique diamonds don’t necessarily need any embellishment but sometim

Ingle and Rhode have announced the launch of a recycled gold and lab-grown diamond jewellery collection. The collection is made with 100% recycled gold, making this collection among “the most environmentally sustainable jewellery on the market”.  Available in both 9ct and 18ct recycled yellow gold, white gold and rose gold, the collection features diamond pendants, earrings and cufflinks, with designs inspired by nature.  This includes lotus flowers, leaves, droplets and stars, as well as classic solitaire and halo designs.  According to Ingle and Rhode, lab-grown diamonds are an “ethical, affordable alternative” to natural diamonds. As real diamonds, they are chemically, physically and optically “identical” to mined diamonds.  Instead of being created from the heat and pressure under the earth, they are created from heat and pressure in a laboratory, “removing the need for mining”. Ingle and Rhode said that lab-grown diamonds “leave a less destructive imprint on the earth as ev

Jewellery insider Katerina Perez has collaborated with independent trade show GemGenève to debut the works of Flair community artists at its upcoming event in November 2021. The Flair project is an online gallery and independent multi-media artist community for those who create “unique objects” and works inspired by jewellery and gemstones.  The output of 15 Flair artists from the UK, France, Germany and Russia, among other nations, will be showcased at the upcoming GemGenève trade events from 4-7 November 2021, with pieces available to purchase exclusively at the exhibition itself and on Instagram. Artists are tasked with preparing original work in their preferred medium with the condition being that jewellery and/or gemstones must feature as the central character.  Each member of Flair is chosen “based on their skill and unique style”, rather than their international recognition or fame, with the goal of introducing the world to “hidden gems” in their respective artistic fields.

De Beers Group has announced a provisional value of its rough diamond sale of $490m (£355m) for the period 4 October to 19 October for the eighth sales cycle of 2021. Due to the restrictions on the movement of people and products in various jurisdictions around the globe, the group said it has continued to implement a more “flexible” approach to rough diamond sales during the eighth sales cycle of 2021, with the sight event extended beyond its normal week-long duration. As a result, the provisional rough diamond sales figure quoted for cycle eight represents the expected sales value for the period 4 October to 19 October and remains subject to adjustment based on final completed sales. Bruce Cleaver, CEO, De Beers Group, said: “As the diamond sector prepares for the key holiday season and US consumer demand for diamond jewellery continues to perform strongly. “We saw further robust demand for rough diamonds in the eighth sales cycle of the year ahead of the Diwali holiday when dema

Luxury fashion house Chloé has achieved B Corp certification, Richemont has announced. The certification comes in line with Chloé’s mission ‘Women Forward. For a Fairer Future’ and provides the brand with a framework to “accelerate and guide” its transformation in becoming a purpose-driven model.  By becoming B Corp certified, Chloé “reinforces its ongoing commitment to environmental and social actions” at a time where the brand is “reinventing” how it conducts business, Richemont said.  B Corp is a certification created by B Lab that evaluates brands’ social and environmental impact, with over 300 questions on governance, workers, communities and impact on the environment.  The B Corp Certification assesses the overall positive impact of the companies that stand behind it and commits them to a continuous improvement process. The certification “demonstrates the brand’s progress and reinforces its commitment to improve and challenge itself to continuously do better”, using busines

The total number of hallmarked pieces climbed 64.4% to 1,009,071 in September 2021, up from 613,679 for the same period in 2020. According to the Birmingham Assay Office, silver saw the largest increase in hallmarked pieces, jumping 104.1% year-on-year. While the 584,551 hallmarked silver pieces in September 2021 represented the largest volume of hallmarked pieces, gold followed in second with 390,638. Up from 294,451 in September 2020, the number of gold hallmarked pieces saw a slightly lower 32.7% year-on-year spike. Platinum hallmarked pieces also increased 3.3% to 33,361 in September, against last year’s 32,297. The only metal to see a fall in hallmarked pieces was palladium, which declined 1.7% year-on-year to 521 pieces in September 2021. source https://www.jewelleryfocus.co.uk/201796-hallmarking-climbs-64-4-in-september

We Indians love our gold; there is no doubt about that! Growing up, our parents have told us how gold is a good investment and that we must invest in it. Most Indians consider gold as an ideal and safe investment option, and sure enough, If you purchase gold today, its rates are sure to increase in future; the risk is very low, and they are, after all, stunning pieces of jewellery. Now, there are few things you should know about before you go on investing or buying gold jewellery, and these tips below will be of help.  How to shop for your 1st gold jewellery? Select a design: First things first, decide what you want to purchase. Is it going to be a gold ring, a necklace, or a pair of earrings? After you have decided which jewellery piece to go for, you can visit Pinterest or Google and look for designs that you like. Since it is your first time shopping for gold jewellery, you also need to decide if you are looking for daily wear or a design you can wear on special occasions. Depending

A n ew free digital Dealers Notice has launched to support the sale of jewellery items online, T he British Hallmarking Council (BHC) has announced . Launching this month, the online Dealers Notice will encourage engagement with customers, indicate responsible and lawful trading, and help explain the role and value of the Hallmark. The new format is an alternative for online sales platforms where a dedicated page on hallmarking is not possible, designed to be included as an individual product image, giving online retailers a choice of how to display hallmarking information. This new format for the Dealers Notice is a “digital asset” in explaining the information contained in a hallmark, and represents a new campaign encouraging jewellers to give high visibility to the importance of hallmarking online. The BHC  said it launched this initiative to provide support for the U.K. jewellery industry and to protect U.K. consumers.  Recent internet surveys commissioned by the BHC have re

7 Simple Ways to Spice up Silver Necklaces Do you have silver necklaces that sit in your wardrobe day after day? Read here for seven simple ways to spice up your favorite silver necklaces. Keyword(s): silver necklaces       We all have a box of silver jewelry that we are not sure when to wear or how to style.  Silver is beautiful, versatile, and deserves to be worn. In fact, wearing your silver jewelry is one of the best ways to keep it clean. The friction generated fr om wear prevents tarnishing and keeps silver's shine.   So get out your silver necklaces because this is your official jewelry guide to styling silver. Keep reading to learn seven simple ways to style your silver necklaces to get the most use out of your silver pieces. 1. Compliment Your Outfit If you want your silver jewelry to stand out, you want to consider the color of your outfit. Although silver can be worn with just about any color, silver has a lighter hue and stands out against darker colors.  Si

Zeemou Zeng has announced the launch of his latest fine jewellery “Heart” collection, in time for the Christmas season. The collection features 18k white gold, pave diamond ear studs, pendants and the flagship ring which slides from left to right to form a “heart” and reveal a diamond setting beneath. The collection is priced between £600 and £5000 depending on the piece. The ear studs feature different combinations of white gold with pave diamonds, opal, and top drop opal slide. The pendant necklaces comprises 18k white gold with 18k yellow gold pave diamonds with “top yellow gold drop” slide and 18k rose gold as well as a top drop opal slide. These pieces are complemented by the signature ring of a classic diamond band of 18k white gold, pave diamonds, white diamond. Founded by Zeng in 2017, the brand specialises in contemporary fine jewellery and modern luxury crystal. source https://www.jewelleryfocus.co.uk/201770-zeemou-zeng-launches-heart-collection

Diwali is just around the corner and after waiting for almost a year now, thanks to the pandemic,  we can celebrate our favourite festival with our family and friends. This gives us more reasons why we should go all out with our outfits, decor, and the mithai!  The best part about Diwali is celebrating it with friends and family, exchanging gifts, enjoying endless sweets, and dressing up in a full desi look. But, with so much hustle and bustle going around this festive season, pre-planning your Diwali looks can be a smart decision. And girl, we are here to help you with that! What to wear and style up this Diwali? Outfits: With so many Diwali outfit options around, it can get daunting to choose a dress that will suit you the best. The lehenga sets, kurta suits, palazzo sets, and indo-western outfits – there is a trendy design available in all. But, the real question is how do you just pick one? When choosing a look or an outfit, the most important thing to consider is your comfort. You

A Guide to Amber Jewelry Are you new to the world of amber jewelry? Read here for a complete guide to amber jewelry that includes everything you should know. Keyword(s): amber jewelry         The Winter House in St Petersburg featured a room that was covered in several tonnes of beautiful, glistening amber . Many named it the eighth wonder of the world before it vanished without a trace in World War II. Do you have any of this naturally beautiful stone in your collection? If not, amber can add a natural look to formal and casual outfits. Read on as we give our guide on amber jewelry.  What Is Amber? Amber begins its life as sap from a tree. You can imagine this as the blood of the tree itself, feeding and running through it. Its purpose is to protect the tree and also help it grow new buds. When the sap is cut off from oxygen, it begins to harden. This process is known as fossilization and takes millions of years. Once recovered, the sap is a yellow, stone-like material known

Laings is set to unveil its £3m “new-look showroom” at Cardiff’s St David’s on Saturday 16 October, following its official relaunch. The expansion project has seen the existing showroom more than treble in size to 4,735sq ft, and it features dedicated diamond and jewellery areas. The showroom will reportedly provide guests with the opportunity to “view carefully curated collections in an immersive environment”. Laings Cardiff will welcome “esteemed brands” such as Rolex, and debut Patek Philippe in Wales for the very first time. The jewellers will also introduce luxury Maison and Fabergé to Cardiff, with brand exclusivity in the city. The £3m investment into the transformation of the showroom at St David’s forms an “integral part” of Laings’ UK-wide expansion plan.  Designed by the Espirit Group, the showroom is situated at The Hayes. Laings said the showroom “encapsulates the essence of the brands it represents, with unparalleled attention to detail, creating a truly engaging and

Austen and Blake has announced the opening of its new London store alongside the creation of six new jobs. Established in 2012, the company will be joining London’s jewellery quarter at 8 Greville St, London, in the district of Hatton Garden. This will be the engagement ring specialist’s first store in the capital, increasing its total UK store count to five, including its Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester and Glasgow store, with plans to open another four stores by the end of this year. Tony French, regional sales manager, Austen and Blake, said: “We are tremendously excited and proud to be opening our first UK store since 2020 and to be in London’s famous Hatton Garden, is the icing on the cake. “The opening of this store further strengthens our store portfolio with Austen and Blake already in Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow and Liverpool. We look forward to providing exceptional service and high quality jewellery at the best prices to our London customers.” source https://www.jewellery

LVMH’s Watches and Jewellery business group recorded organic revenue growth of 49% in the first nine months of 2021 compared to the same period of 2020. The group also saw an increase in 4% compared to 2019, excluding Tiffany, which was consolidated for the first time in 2021.  Driven by the “growing success” of its products, Tiffany saw an increased performance, particularly in the United States, its major market.  The increase in revenues comes as several of its brand houses revealed new collections this year. Bvlgari rolled out its new line of high-end jewellery, Magnifica , and celebrated its Serpenti creations at the Metamorphosis exhibition in Milan.  Chaumet also launched a new high jewellery collection called Torsade, inspired by “the movement of the frieze adorning the column of the Place”. In watchmaking, TAG Heuer launched a limited Super Mario edition of its smart watch for gaming enthusiasts. LVMH said that with a gradual exit from the health crisis, the group i

Robinson Pelham has launched its first set of monochrome pieces which features a series of black and white colour-blocked gems. The new pieces will add to the jeweller’s Identity, Barrel, EarWish and WishDishes collections. The current collection of Identity Bars include pavé set green tsavorite, blue sapphire, pink sapphires, white diamond, rainbow and plain yellow gold. New this season is Monochrome Identity, which features black and white diamonds set in black rhodium and white gold. The Identity Mono bar features a total of one carat of black and 0.90 carat of white diamonds and is priced at £4,400. Zoe Benyon, co-founder, Robinson Pelham, said: “Our Identity collection is all about attitude and mood. “Changing the detachable bars alters the wearer’s whole look, enabling them to move effortlessly from day to night with ease. Adding a new bar negates the need for a whole new necklace, it is the details that make the difference.” source https://www.jewelleryfocus.co.uk/20175

C W Sellors have launched a new collection of advent calendars, including 24 jewellery pieces and limited-edition gifts handcrafted in the UK.  Six different advent calendars are an offer in the collection, each with their individual contents and price point. The collections offer “significant saving” compared to purchasing the items separately. Each advent calendar includes a “wealth of stunning jewellery pieces” and gifts on offer, with every piece having been handpicked and approved by in-house designer, Rebecca Sellors.   Three of the calendars are named after villages that surround Chatsworth House. The Edensor and Beeley advent calendars feature several official designs launched for Chatsworth exhibitions, including House Style, Life Stories and Chatsworth Renewed.  The third calendar, named after the village of Pilsley, is the entry-level box and includes some of C W Sellors’ classic handcrafted jewellery designs.  The other three selections of advent calendars are named a

Tada and Toy has announced that it has partnered with model and influencer Delilah Belle Hamlin to launch an exclusive co-designed collection. The collection features 10 pieces and includes a variety of jewellery including earrings, necklaces and cuffs, that can be worn either dressed up or dressed down. The collection comes in silver and gold with some pieces coming in black rhodium and is priced between £40 and £275. Tansy Aspinall and Victoria van Holthe, founders, Tada and Toy, said: “Delilah is a Tada and Toy dream girl and we are so excited to have designed this special collection together. “For the first time we are retailing the designs as a limited edition drop, available for until the end of October. Catch them while you can!” Belle added: “Over the years, it’s definitely taken me some time to find my own style and be comfortable with taking risks, but something I’ve always been confident with was my sense of jewellery. “I love how big of a statement jewellery can make,

Diotima and Co Limited was recently advised by Law firm Gunnercooke on a complaint to the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) regarding “misleading” advertising of diamonds. The challenge was made by the company against Kinetique Limited which trades as Ethica Diamonds, on the grounds that its diamonds were made of substitute materials and therefore an advertisement for ‘diamonds’ was misleading to consumers. The complaint referred to The National Association of Jewellers’ ‘Diamond Terminology Guideline’. The claim has been upheld by the ASA with a new ruling stating that the ad has breached “multiple codes” and that future advertising must ensure that the term diamond is accompanied by an “identifier” to make clear the nature of the product. The company based in Cornwall, specialised in diamond alternative technologies and laboratory grown diamonds and precious gems. The ASA ruling considered that consumers would be “unlikely” to be aware of the range of diamond alternatives th

A pair of unseen jewelled spectacles will be auctioned in London at Sotheby’s for the first time, with estimates of £1.5 – £2.5m each. Ahead of the sale in October, the spectacles are set to go on view to the public for the first time, with an exhibition in Hong Kong between 7-11 October and in London between 22-26 October. Commissioned by an unknown prince in 17th Century Mughal India, an artist shaped a diamond, weighing over two hundred carats, and a brilliant emerald, weighing at least three hundred carats. No comparable example of either is known to exist, said Sotheby’s. In circa 1890, the lenses were placed in new frames and decorated with rose-cut diamonds. The diamonds are cleaved as a pair from a single natural diamond which is “possibly the largest ever found”, and they now together weigh twenty-five carats.  The faceting around the edge “displays extreme skill” and the teardrop-shaped emeralds originate from a single natural Colombian emerald, now weighing 27 carats.

Navratri, also known as Nauratri, is a Hindu festival celebrated across India and has great significance. In the term Navratri, ‘Nav’ stands for nine, and ‘Ratri’ stands for the night, together meaning the festival of nine nights, followed by the tenth day known as Dussehra. This festival is celebrated during the autumn of every year. If you are not familiar with this festival and wonder why Navratri is celebrated, let me tell you a little about it. During this time of Navratri, Hindus pray to the Goddess of strength – Durga in her nine forms, seeking blessings for good health, wealth, and prosperity. Although people in different parts of the country celebrate this same festival differently, the devotion and the story attached to it is the same.  It is believed that the Devi Durga fought against the Rakshasa Mahishasur for nine nights to protect the tri lokas – heaven, earth, and hell. She took nine forms to defeat the Demon. On the tenth day, i.e. the Dussehra, the victory of good ove

It took about three minutes of chatting on the phone for me to realize that Tiina Smith was a kindred spirit. My interest had already been piqued by her store’s website, with its beautiful photos, highlight on women makers, and intriguingly gorgeous curation; but when she told me that their boutique is set up like a parlor to encourage people to come in and learn, to touch the jewelry and understand why it was special, I knew I needed to write about her. Tiina Smith: more than a jewelry store. Tiina Smith specializes in noteworthy jewelry, primarily vintage signed pieces by master jewelers of the 20th and 21st centuries. After years of research and relationship-building as she built her own personal collection of jewelry, Smith began to feel that there was an open niche in the jewelry market that her unique knowledge could fill. Continue reading Tiina Smith: more than a jewelry store. at Diamonds in the Library. Via Diamonds in the Library https://ift.tt/3Bw9SZ3