Jewelry

When it comes to popping the question, today’s couples share one clear priority: getting the engagement ring exactly right. According to The Knot Real Weddings Study 2026, the ring is no longer a solo decision but a collaborative effort,…

Jewellery brand PRYA has launched The Padel Collection, a series of bracelets designed to capitalise on the increasing global popularity of padel.  The collection features a reinterpretation of the classic tennis…

Pandora has announced a strategic expansion into platinum-plated jewellery to diversify its precious metal portfolio and reduce its commodity exposure to silver.  The move follows a period of high volatility in global…

Hatton Jewels has extended its retail partnership with John Lewis by launching a dedicated pre-owned collection at the Kingston upon Thames branch.  The move follows an initial collaboration that began in December 2025…

Graff has launched its latest campaign for the Tilda’s Bow collection, featuring diamond necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, and timepieces.  The new designs include a white gold suite embellished with over 22 carats…

For two dedicated diamond hunters, a winter delay turned into a once-in-a-lifetime reward when a glowing 6.03-carat canary yellow diamond emerged from a pile of frozen gravel collected at Arkansas’ Crater of Diamonds State Park in…

UK retail sales volumes rose by 1.8% in January 2026, up from a rise of 0.4% in December, marking the largest monthly growth since May 2024, according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).…

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you classic songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, the incomparable Neil Young searches for love, purpose and personal redemption in his 1972 chart-topping…

What Determines The Value Of Lab Grown Diamonds?The value of lab-grown diamonds comes from a mix of their physical traits and larger economic factors. Made in high-tech facilities, these diamonds are evaluated using standards…

New jewellery brand Anjna London has officially launched following a dinner event hosted in collaboration with Sensus Collective. The brand, founded by Anjna Kaur, said it took off with an “intimate, candlelit…

Fancy yellow diamonds are one of the most famous types of diamonds, but they’re also deeply misunderstood. In this comprehensive expert article, jewelry veterans Benjamin Khordipour and Afshin Shaddaie will teach you what one needs…

Sometimes the most remarkable diamond stories don’t begin in a jewelry store — they start at the bottom of a swimming pool and end, improbably, lodged in the sole of a shoe. That was the case for a 1.3-carat diamond that spent…

Clarity as One Key Factor in Overall PricingClarity, carat weight, color, and cut determine a lab-grown diamond’s final price; higher grades typically command higher prices because near-flawless diamonds are harder to…

Kouree has announced it is launching a collection in partnership with entrepreneur and gender equality advocate Sharmadean Reid, based around a charm that represents “change resilience and strength through life’s…

The average price of a natural diamond engagement ring in the US climbed to $7,346 in 2025, marking a 9% increase from the previous year, according to a new industry report from the Natural Diamond Council (NDC) and analytics firm…

Value DeterminationA certification report documents the diamond’s precise attributes, creating a reliable basis for assessing its worth in the current market. This objective data supports accurate pricing, as the 4Cs directly…

Sapphire is a versatile gemstone that works across a wide range of jewelry styles and occasions, valued for balancing visual impact with everyday practicality. Whether chosen to celebrate a September birthday, mark a proposal,…

Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery has kicked off its “Kindness in my world” pendant design competition, which will see the artwork of four winning children transformed into a hand engraved keepsake. The bespoke…

For US alpine skier Breezy Johnson, the 2026 Winter Games in Cortina d’Ampezzo delivered the kind of week most athletes — and romantics — only dream about. Just days after capturing Olympic gold in the women’s downhill, Johnson crossed…

What are Lab-Grown Diamonds, and How are They Created?Lab-grown diamonds represent a significant advancement in gemstone technology. These diamonds are real, produced in controlled laboratory settings rather than formed by…

David Doyle, former president of the National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) and a highly-respected figure in the UK jewellery trade for over four decades, died on 8 February 2026 at the age of 64.  Doyle, who was born…

Engagement ring decisions today are influenced by more than tradition. Budget, lifestyle and long-term wearability all factor into how couples choose their rings. Colored gemstones often offer flexibility in price and…

The Betts Group has introduced the first batch of Single Mine Origin (SMO) fine gold grain from the Bellevue Mine in Western Australia to the UK market.  Bristol-based Titcombe Bespoke Jewellery is the first independent…

4. Verragio Verragio is known for its luxurious semi-mount engagement ring settings, which offer complete flexibility in selecting the right diamond. As a designer based in New York, the brand focuses on meticulous detail and…

Loquet London has introduced its latest collection of “playful charms”, handcrafted in 18k solid gold, diamonds and coloured gemstones and each holding a particular meaning. The luxury brand said its Diamond Evil Eye…

Welcome to Music Friday, when we highlight songs that sparkle with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the lyrics or title. On the eve of Valentine’s Day, we’re revisiting a heartfelt favorite: Kelly Price’s romantic 2004 ballad,…

The Origins and History of Cubic ZirconiaThe story of cubic zirconia begins in the scientific scope, with its natural occurrence first noted in 1937 as minute crystals within zircon minerals, though far too small for practical…

RUBY TREATMENTS Heat treatment (normal) Most rubies you’ll see on the market have been heat-treated to improve color or clarity. This is standard practice in the gem world and has been for decades. A heated ruby is still a natural…

Dior has launched a new range of jewellery within its Couture Dior collection, titled Diorama.  The designs are a contemporary reinterpretation of the Diorama dress from the 1951 spring-summer haute couture Naturelle…

A remarkable discovery in England is offering jewelry lovers a rare glimpse into how recycled precious materials can sometimes bridge a millennium. Recently analyzed by experts, a small medieval silver seal found in Essex combines…