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Jewellers and valuers in the UK and other European markets can now access Instappraise’s jewellery valuation solution, aimed at streamlining business operations. Official UK Market Entry Instappraise, a leading digital solution for jewellery valuations and appraisals, has announced its official entry into the UK market, marking the occasion by sponsoring the National Association of Jewellers [...]

Gemfields has launched a new book, titled No Stone Unturned: The Hunt for African Gems, authored by Richa Goyal Sikri.  This publication explores the journey of gemstone discoveries across Africa over the past six decades, capturing the essence of the coloured gemstone industry. A Collection of Real-Life Adventures The book, No Stone Unturned, comprises 24 [...]

The Goldsmiths’ Centre in London has announced the first round of recipients for its 2024 Business Catalyst (Small) Grants.  Five emerging jewellery and silversmithing businesses have each been awarded £1,000. The recipients are Scarlett Cohen French, Ozlem Gunes, Megan Brown, Emma Wilson, and Alice Fry. Selection and Purpose The grants were awarded by the Goldsmiths’ [...]

Signet Jewelers has identified fashion jewellery as the primary avenue for growth in the synthetic-diamond segment, according to CEO Gina Drosos. During an investor call following the release of Signet’s fiscal first-quarter earnings, Drosos highlighted that revenue from fashion jewellery featuring synthetic diamonds surged by 14% year on year. This growth occurred as the company [...]

Investors have used precious metals and gemstones to create wealth for centuries. These resources have long been seen as a symbol of prosperity, but they also hold a number of functional uses that make them increasingly valuable. Diamonds are some of the most popular investment instruments in the world. They’re rare, valuable and relatively stable, [...]

Signet Jewelers Ltd. faced a challenging first fiscal quarter, reflecting ongoing market conditions in the US. Despite this, the company remains resilient, with plans for future growth and strategic adjustments.  The company, which owns major brands including Zales, Jared, and Kay Jewelers, released detailed financial results and future expectations in its recent press announcements. First [...]

British jewellery brand Toolally has announced a new partnership with broadcaster and author Laura Whitmore to launch the Peacocks and Pearls collection. This 23-piece jewellery line will be available from 13th June 2024 on Toolally’s website, Toolally.com. Design Inspiration and Collection Highlights The Peacocks and Pearls collection draws inspiration from the vibrant summer festivals of [...]

The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has launched a new educational course, JET Management and Leadership, aimed at equipping assistant managers and managers in the jewellery industry with essential leadership and management skills.  This new qualification is part of the JET programme, known for its professional development courses within the sector. Expanding the JET Programme [...]

Petra Diamonds and South Africa’s National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) have finalised a five-year wage agreement, effective from 1 July 2024 until 30 June 2029, applicable to Petra’s South African operations, including the Cullinan and Finsch mines. Details of the Agreement The wage deal ensures annual salary increases for employees in the A and B [...]

The Goldsmiths’ Centre in London has announced the selection of eight emerging jewellers and silversmiths for its free training programme, Spotlighting Getting Started.  Now in its fourth year, the programme features Huimin Zhang, Sarah Louise McQuarrie, Alice Biolo, Rachael Plassard, Sarah Wilmott, Wenyin Jiang, Niamh Wright, and Aril Jewels (Chloë Woodmansterne and Kayla Rimmon), each [...]