ARE YOU AN ENTREPRENEUR?
Enjoy, but look out. I consider myself to be an entrepreneur. I am forever analysing business opportunities, both within and outside my own environment. Conservatively,
2021 Jewellery World Awards is now open for entries.
Hong Kong 4 February 2021 – The 2021 Jewellery World Awards (JWA), formerly known as the JNA Awards, is now accepting entries via www.JWAwards.com. JWA
DITP shifts format of Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair from February 2021 to online exhibition called BGJF Virtual Trade Fair in May 2021.
Bangkok: February 01, 2021 – The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) will change the 66th Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair scheduled for February 2021
A landmark budget for the gem & jewellery industry
Gold import duty reduced from 12.5% to 7.5% Silver import duty reduced from 12.5% to 7.5% Duty on Platinum reduced to 10% Clarification Sought –
Showcase Jewellers – From the Board.
NEWS RELEASE FEBRUARY 4, 2021 SHOWCASE JEWELLERS ANNOUNCE STRONG FIRST HALF RESULTS Showcase Jewellers is on track to deliver a higher than anticipated
Big glowing Halloween diamond
Trick or treat took on new meaning, when a visitor to the Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas found a jelly bean sized yellow
Blinging it to the Melbourne Cup
Fashionistas around Australia did not let social isolation stop them from celebrating the Melbourne Cup in style. PR personality Roxy Jacenko attended a lunch event
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
There have been many jewellery events and fairs around the world that have been impacted by COVID restrictions. Those restricted event organisers have had to
BREITLING’S CHRONOMAT FOR WOMEN
Lights, camera, double debut: Breitling’s new Spotlight Squad launches the brand’s line of Chronomat 36 and 32 watches – for women of purpose, action, and
CREATING BEAUTY BETWEEN CULTURES
Australian designer Bic Tieu marries traditional Asian artisan crafts with modern technologies creating beautiful pieces that connect the past and present, East and West, the
OPPORTUNITIES
But do you see them? In the many discussion groups and interactions that I have with diamantaires, manufacturers, wholesalers and retail jewellers, there is optimism
The Queen’s first appearance in a mask – and diamonds, of course
Queen Elizabeth II has paid tribute at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, exactly 100 years after the soldier was laid to rest at Westminster
Experts dissect Gwen Stefani’s engagement ring
Former No Doubt frontwoman Gwen Stefani is engaged to a country singer Blake Shelton, and with only an indistinct Instagram photograph to work with, jewellery
SQUIRREL SPOTTING:
WHY I DON’T WORRY ABOUT BRICK-AND-MORTAR RETAIL There is a maxim that says if customers don’t want to come, nothing will stop them. As maxims
ENTERING THE MARKET AS AN EMERGING JEWELLERY BUSINESS
This is a transcript of a presentation I gave at Australia’s first Jewellery Industry Virtual Fair. I’ve included it here, in full, so that those
Jewellery Industry Virtual Fair
March 11th, 12th and 13th 2021 CONNECT | BUY | NETWORK | EXPERIENCE | UNITE Join us for the Jewellery Industry VIRTUAL Fair where the
RETAIN CUSTOMERS DURING CHRISTMAS
My favourite time of the year! And what a unique year it has been. Who could have foretold a pandemic that would lead to a
Diamond-level COVID protection
If you find that your fabric mask a little heavy and warm when you do the groceries, then a diamond mask is probably not for
The convertible tiara
When Princess Charlene of Monaco recently visited the country of Georgia as part European Sports Week (EWoS), she chose to pack practical and versatile items
PASSION, DREAMS AND LIFESTYLE
Philippe Poix and Craig Troy, established Poix & Troy to bring exclusive and beautiful collections from around the world to Australia and the South Pacific.
THE SILVER LINING
IN A RECESSION YEAR IS… SILVER A combination of factors has contributed to silver’s surge in this year of economic upheaval. Government handouts, the rising
News
The most expensive diamond sold at online auction A 102 ct D flawless diamond has sold for a record-breaking price for an online auction at
ETRUSCAN AND PRE- COLUMBIAN METALWORK INFLUENCES INSPIRE JEWELLERY DESIGNER
Bespoke jewellery designer, Gillian Hillman specialises in handcrafting beautiful jewellery for the everyday woman and aims to produce striking, edgy pieces that are wearable and
INAUGURAL JEWELLERY INDUSTRY VIRTUAL FAIR A HIT
The first Australasian Jewellery Industry Virtual Fair went live on the 20th and 21st of October and saw hundreds logging in for an exciting new
JEWELLERY BUSINESSES INTEGRATING INTO DIGITAL PLATFORMS
In early July this year, Palloys launched its new website Palloys.com, which merged Palloys, A & E Metals, Regentco and AGS|PJW all in one site.
News
Last special roughs from Argyle in Rio Tinto tender A selection of the finest rough diamonds from Rio Tinto’s Canadian and Australian mines will be
UNCOMMONLY BEAUTIFUL WEDDING JEWELS
The white gold solitaire engagement ring for women and the simple white/yellow gold or titanium/tungsten wedding band for men have long been seen as the
News
The 2020 Argyle showcase – One Lifetime, One Encounter Rio Tinto’s annual Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender, the most exclusive diamond sale in the world, has
INTRODUCING UNI-DESIGN JEWELLERY
Established in January 1995, Uni-Design is acknowledged within the global jewellery industry for being a multifaceted business with cutting-edge technology. We are seen as providing
Company Profile: INFINITY RINGS
Infinity Rings commenced business in 2004, the vision of managing director Ilhan Demirel, who comes from a family of jewellers, both retailing and manufacturing. Working
Bling still rocks at Virtual Emmy Awards
The Emmy Awards might have been a virtual event this year, but this just meant the jewellery had to be more spectacular, in order to
Jewellery on the bench
Iconic US Supreme Court judge Ruth Bader Ginsburg is being remembered for her extraordinary legacy as a pioneer for women’s rights. Ginsburg was also known
VIRTUAL FAIR
A turning point for the industry The announcement of a new Virtual Fair represents the moment when the jewellery industry shakes off both the gloom
Gemtellingence – Gübelin Gem Lab partners with CSEM to advance gemstone analysis with the power of Artificial Intelligence
Gübelin Gem Lab has teamed up with CSEM to develop a powerful machine learning platform that advances current methods used to determine gemstone authenticity and
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
To say things have been difficult of late would be an understatement. From all angles, the light at the end of the tunnel seems extremely
THE SECRET IS OUT
Ciufoli has launched in Australia World-renowned jewellery designer Giacomo Ciufoli has brought his exquisite jewellery Maison Ciufoli to Australia with the official launch of his
MEN’S WEDDING BANDS CHANGING THE JEWELLERY GAME IN 2020
It has been a challenging year to say the least however, there have been some positive signs that have been appearing in the industry, in
A CAPTIVE MARKET
No trade shows, no purchasing trips, so many retail shops closed. We talk to some local Australian and New Zealand brands and suppliers about how
Vote: Jewellery
Former US first lady Michelle Obama used an item of jewellery to reinforce the message behind her keynote speech on the first day of the
Australian Jewellers Supplies (AJS) to take over Peekays Findings.
Peekays Findings has been Australia’s leading seller of top-quality gold and silver findings for more than 45 years and are excited to share the news
DOMESTIC JEWELLERY MANUFACTURING MAINTAINS STRENGTH DESPITE ECONOMIC HARDSHIPS
It’s been a tough year for every industry, and manufacturing jewellery is no exception, with lockdowns, travel restrictions, less consumer disposable income/confidence and postponed or
ARGYLE DIAMOND PROVENANCE
The provenance of a diamond can have significant implications on its value. John Chapman has established Delta Diamond Laboratory primarily to address demand for certifying
News from the Treasurer – Josh Frydenberg
Dear Jeremy, Today’s National Accounts confirm the devastating blow to the Australian economy from COVID-19. Real GDP fell in the June quarter by 7%, which
Qoin takes jewellery sales to an extra level of buyer.
To join as a vendor of Qoin and receive 250 Qoin free, registering here https://shop.qoin.world/jwqoin/ We spoke to Tony Smales of Smales jewellers on why
PROACTIVE, NOT REACTIVE, CONSUMER RECRUITMENT.
When the world is changing around us, to stay still is to be left behind. As an industry, we need to consider and act on
WHAT DOES THE LUXURYBUSINESS MEAN TO YOU?
I am in the diamond business.I am in the jewellery business.I sell expensive watches.Is this you? Rami Baron – President, Diamond Dealers Club of Australia
THE CAUSE AND EFFECT OF THE NOW RISING PRICE OF GOLD
What is driving the new unprecedented historic high gold price? – Chris Botha For six years gold languished below US$1,375 but lately, it broke through
Romance Awareness Month August 2020 and the role of Intellectual Property in handcrafted jewellery.
Louise Brunero / LLB (Hons), BSc (Hons) / Senior Associate – Solubility Intellectual Property may not first spring to mind when you think of romance,
Jewellers Podcast – back on the air!
It’s been well over a year since the beloved Jewellers Podcast was on the air. Started by Linsey Houston from Social Story Tellers, the podcast
Qoin and your Business.
New Qoin merchants are receiving 250 Qoin just for joining up. But do it for the right reasons. Jewellery World caught up with Andrew Barker,