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The Goldsmiths' Centre

Goldsmiths’ Centre kicks off masterclass series with Optical Diamond Setting

 The Goldsmiths’ Centre has launched its series of technical master classes for trade professionals, starting with a session focusing on Optical Diamond Setting.

Brown & Newirth

B&N announces reward scheme at CMJ event

Brown & Newirth announced the launch of a staff reward scheme, which is being exclusively trialled among Company of Master Jeweller (CMJ) retailers, at the CMJ spring show yesterday.

Diamonfire

Diamonfire introduces bridal collection to retailers at CMJ event

Diamonfire has launched its zirconia bridal offering at the Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ) spring trade event, which is currently taking place in Birmingham.

The SGL report

SGL soon to launch mini diamond report

Solitaire Gemmological Laboratories (SGL) will announce the launch of its mini diamond report at the Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ) spring buying meeting, which starts on Sunday.

The Medialuna Earrings in silver from Mishca Jewels

Mishca Jewels snapped up by Fenwick

Jewellery brand Mishca Jewels has been taken on by department store Fenwick.

Gem-A to return to Baselworld to grow international relations

The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has announced that it is returning to Baselworld this year to further develop relationships with the international gem community.

(l-r) H&D's Kathrin Korb, Green + Benz's Helen Dimmick, Retail Jeweller's Kate Donovan, M Public Relations's Matt Wells and H&D's Sandro Erl

Hand in hand: Henrich & Denzel and Green + Benz

A close retailer-brand partnership can make all the difference to businesses. Kate Donovan meets Henrich & Denzel at its base in Germany and is impressed by its relationship with Green + Benz

Dan Dower

Ancient beauties: Pearls focus

Dower & Hall co-founder and jewellery designer Dan Dower tells Retail Jeweller why he has a long-term love affair with pearls

Maureen Muggeridge found pink diamonds in Western Australia in 1979

In the pink: Argyle Pink Diamonds

The Argyle pink diamond is one of the most sought-after in the world. Retail Jeweller learns the magic and mystery behind the stone

Holts retail arm is a popular feature of Hatton Garden

One to one: Jason Holt

Holts Group chief executive and trade hero Jason Holt tells Kate Donovan what happened when he decided over 10 years ago to rally a dying industry

Mastercut diamonds

Making the cut: Diamond focus

The price is rising and trends are changing. Kate Donovan investigates how retailers and manufacturers are keeping up with the diamond market

Piaget

Dash for colour: Colour gemstone options

The jewellery industry is becoming more adventurous with the gemstones it uses. Retail Jeweller looks at what’s gaining popularity and issues surrounding the market

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Fast Facts on
Wedding rings

  • 860 AD:The year Christians started using rings in marriage ceremonies.
  • 4th:The finger the ring is placed on.
  • 2,200BC:The year of the oldest recorded exchange of wedding rings in ancient Egypt.
  • 1854:The year in which the manufacture of 15ct, 12ct and 9ct became legal.

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