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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
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.
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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
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
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
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
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,
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,
CIBJO reschedules annual congress for 2021
CIBJO, the World Jewellery Confederation, has announced that its annual congress, which this year was scheduled to have taken place in Dubai, UAE, October 5
ALL PANDORA JEWELLERY TO BE MADE FROM RECYCLED SILVER AND GOLD
A full shift from mined to recycled silver and gold will reduce CO2 and be better for the environment. Pandora announced in June that it
Pandora and UNICEF working together on COVID-19
Pandora funds new campaign to prevent the pandemic from becoming a lasting crisis for children. Pandora has pledged a significant donation to the new #Reimagine
Swarovski names creative director
For the first time in the company’s history, Swarovski has named a companywide creative director. Giovanna Battaglia Engelbert has been appointed to the position as
COLOURED DIAMOND INDUSTRY DAZZLING AMID ECONOMIC DOWNTURN
In the midst of a global pandemic, an economic recession, and with Argyle mine’s looming closure, one might expect the coloured diamond industry to be
Michael Hill reopens 148 stores
Michael Hill has announced the reopening of 148 stores across from 30 May, with 100 being in Australia and 25 in New Zealand. The company
Emerald ring shines at Sydney jewels auction
Smith & Singer held its inaugural virtual auction of Important Jewels, Watches and Objects of Virtu in Sydney in May in the midst of lockdown.
De Beers appoint Sally Morrison director for natural diamonds
Sally Morrison will hand over her responsibilities as Lightbox Jewellery’s chief marketing officer over the coming months and return to natural diamonds as De Beers
WHAT IS THE NEW NORMAL?
What does this even mean? Rami Baron – President, Diamond Dealers Club of Australia Over the last five years, every diamond wholesaler has been talking
A professor of happiness explains how to deal with COVID-19
The global lockdown is taking a toll on mental health, with a recent poll in the US showing rising rates of stress and worry, while
De Beers’ Lightbox delivers meals to NY hospitals
De Beers’ lab grown diamond jewellery brand, Lightbox, is partnering with local restaurants in New York to deliver meals to New York city hospitals and
COVID – 19: Its effect on our Industry.
It seems we are being kicked while we are down… first the bushfires attack the country and leave it in ashes, and now within weeks
Jewellery World supporting suppliers to support retail jewellery businesses.
Jewellery World Magazine hasn’t become the market leader simply by luck. Our knowledge, experience and willingness to go the extra mile for both sellers and
Entries are open for the 2020 Diamond Guild Australia Jewellery Awards
Premier diamond industry association, Diamond Guild Australia, has announced that the Diamond Guild Australia Jewellery Awards will be held once again in 2020 and is
Environmental concerns take centre stage at CIBJO congress.
CIBJO’s annual congress in Bahrain at the end of 2019 saw a busy schedule of conferences and seminars. At the Marketing and Education commission, green
Pandora engages new head of Marketing.
Pandora has announced in January that Carla Liuni, formerly vice president of marketing and communication at Bulgari, will join Pandora as chief marketing office. Carla
An Event for all! – Jewellery Industry Summit.
‘Connecting the jewellery industry with business services in a way that’s never been done before.’ – Laura Moore. It seems that 2020 is already a
Lab Grown Diamonds to follow rapid US growth.
Thursday 12th December 2019 The saying goes, “Pioneers end with arrows in the back and settlers make money”. Michael Hill International (MHI) have been criticized
New Distributor for BAUME & MERCIER
Duraflex Group Australia (DGA) is proud to officially announce that DGA is the NEW exclusive distributor for the luxury Swiss watch brand Baume & Mercier
JNA Awards and Responsible Jewellery Council
JNA Awards and Responsible Jewellery Council renew their collaboration to encourage wider celebration of responsible business practices at JNA Awards 2019 HONG KONG, 4 April
Silver Promotion Service Announcement
Silver Promotion Service Announces Participant Expansion in Savor Silver Program ‘International Designer of Distinction’ Classification Introduced with brands from China and the U.K. New York,
INHORGENTA 2019 to Honor Jewelers in the DACH Countries
INHORGENTA MUNICH (February 22 – 25) is a highly regarded order and communications platform. The awards presented by the international trade fair for jewelry, timepieces
Germany Jewellery and Watch Market Report 2019
The German jewellery and watch market is still a very interesting and potential market with many opportunities for doing successful business in different categories. In
Second World Emerald Symposium Announces High-Stakes Participants
2015 Emerald SymposiumLeft to right: Jean Claude Michelou (ICA), Kenneth Scarratt (ICA Lab), Dr. Thomas Hainschwang (GGTL Lab), Sean Gilbertson (Gemfields), Dr. Adolf Peretti
Provenance Proof Blockchain to be rolled out and open to the entire industry by February 2019
The first coloured gemstone blockchain, announced earlier this year, is taking shape. Initiated by the Gübelin Gem Lab, in cooperation with technology provider Everledger, the
Iconic Cottesloe Jewellery Store to close after 37yrs.
After 37 years selling some of the most amazing antique jewellery, House of Riches will close its doors. “We have loved every minute of being
Family is the Secret to Good Business
Luxe jewellery retailer, Secrets Shhh, reopened at the weekend (August 4-5) at Westfield Garden City (Brisbane). It’s the sister store to Secrets Chermside, which has
2018 Diamond Guild Australia Jewellery Awards Judging Panel
2018 Diamond Guild Australia Jewellery Awards Announce Judging Panel John Calleija Showcasing excellence in
First Direct Precious Metal 3D Printing System for Jewellery
IJL to Showcase First Direct Precious Metal 3D Printing System for Jewellery, Developed by Cooksongold and EOS GmBH London, July 2018: International Jewellery London (IJL),
T. Evolution – Jewellery Machinery & Technology Project
VICENZAORO September Will Mark the Arrival of the New T. Evolution – Jewellery Machinery & Technology Project VICENZAORO September Will Mark the Arrival of
2018 Diamond Guild Australia Jewellery Awards
Entries Now Open for the 2018 Diamond Guild Australia Jewellery Awards Showcasing excellence in Australian jewellery design, Diamond Guild Australia takes great pleasure in
Chupi Founder Wins Entrepreneurship Accolade at UK Jewellery Awards
Chupi Sweetman, founder of Irish jewellery brand Chupi, has won the Entrepreneurial Spirit award at the prestigious UK Jewellery Awards 2018. The annual UK Jewellery
Countdown Begins to VICENZAORO
Countdown begins to VICENZAORO September, Italian Exhibition Group’s preview of trends in gold and jewellery Scheduled to take place from September, 22 to 26
Jewellery Business Management Course Announced
Nationwide Jewellers have created a business management Course, specifically for retail jewellers. The course comprises ten modules which are designed to encompass the essential business
Forevermark Unveils New Retail Concept Store
FOREVERMARK UNVEILS NEW RETAIL CONCEPT STORE IN CHINA FOCUSED ON MILLENNIALS Libert’aime™ by Forevermark will merge online and ojfline platforms to create an exciting
JNA 2018 Record Number Entries
JNA Awards 2018 draws record number of entries 127 submissions across 12 categories from 16 countries and regions HONG KONG, 24 May 2018 –
Originality from Discarded Waste
Craig Arnold Re:vision Upcycling is a growing part of our everyday lives. We reinvent everything from food, to clothing, to household goods and furniture.
CIBJO’s Special Consultative Status
Press Release UN’s Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Confirms CIBJO’s Special Consultative Status for Four More Years MILAN, ITALY: MAY 15, 2018 – The United