Jewelry

Custom engagement ring FAq Q: Can I customize one of these 24 rings for myself? Of course! Since all stones are one-of-a-kind, we can never make exactduplicates — but we can take inspiration from any of these designs and reimagine them…

Gemfields has announced the sale of luxury jewellery brand Fabergé to US-based SMG Capital for $50m (£37.2m). The company will receive $45m (£33.5m) on completion of the deal, expected on 28 August, and a further…

Fashion jewellery and accessories brand Claire’s has appointed Will Wright and Chris Pole from Interpath as joint administrators to its UK, European services and European distribution businesses, effective 13…

Pandora has reported 8% organic growth in the second quarter of 2025, with revenues rising to DKK 7.05bn (£800m) despite foreign exchange, tariff and commodity price pressures. Like-for-like (LFL) sales were also…

UK GDP grew 0.3% in the three months to June, behind the 0.7% it grew in the first quarter, as a result of US tariffs and higher business costs, according to data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). However, it is better than…

Nearly half (46%) of Britain’s independent retailers reported lower sales in the second quarter of 2025 compared with the same period last year, according to new figures from the British Independent Retailers…

It was supposed to be just another day of filming for Kevin Richardson’s YouTube series, “Finding Your First Gold Nugget.” Instead, the veteran Australian prospector struck the find of a lifetime — a massive, 7-ounce gold nugget…

Iimpro, a jewellery-focused social commerce platform, has launched, aiming to make video-led shopping easier for brands, influencers and customers. Founded by industry figures Steven Milne and Davis Fang, the…

Claudia Bradby is set to launch a new mantra range that builds on her the world is your oyster designs in celebration of the company’s 25th anniversary. Available from 24 September, the new Glimmers design is…

After eight years together, legendary soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo and model/influencer Georgina Rodríguez are officially engaged — and their eye-popping diamond ring is making headlines across the globe. Rodríguez, 31,…

De Beers Group and Angola’s state-owned diamond company Endiama have discovered a new kimberlite field in the country, the first found by De Beers in more than 30 years. The joint venture intersected kimberlite…

Wolf has announced the appointment of Francesco Musto as its new sales director for Asia Pacific. Musto brings a wealth of experience with over 13 years of experience in luxury retail and e-commerce within the…

Lucara Diamond Corp. has quietly added another colossal find to its already glittering résumé — a 2,036-carat near-gem-quality rough diamond recovered in July from the company’s famed Karowe Mine in Botswana. The discovery, revealed…

Jewellery retailer Lovisa has opened its newest store at Queensgate Peterborough, its first store in the region. The Australian brand has taken a 1,630 sq ft unit on the centre’s Lower Mall, next to Boots. It offers earrings, necklaces,…

For 31-year-old New Yorker Micherre Fox, the road to a perfect engagement diamond didn’t lead to a jeweler’s counter, but to Arkansas’s Crater of Diamonds State Park where, against the odds, she unearthed a 2.3-carat gem on her last…

Precious metal recycling company Mastermelt has announced that Gary Williams is set to step down after nearly 15 years as general manager. Williams, who is a trustee of the Silversmiths and Jewellers Charity and president of the National…

The International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) has announced its new board of directors, led by president, Damien Cody. The new directors are; Lucas Amelung, Ashoo Sinchawla, Himas Isab, Katherine Kovacs, Manuela Soares, Arun Jain,…

Jewellery brand Kit Heath has strengthened its retail presence with the return of two key stockists, TH Baker and David Christopher, as it targets regional growth and renewed visibility across the…

The UK Jewellery, Silverware and Allied Crafts (UKJSAC) Roundtable Group has welcomed the government’s new Backing Your Business plan, while urging further measures to support creative and craft-led…

Lily Arkwright has announced the opening of its first-ever London flagship store, located in the Marylebone Square development. Opening this month, the Marylebone flagship will showcase Lily Arkwright’s full range of engagement rings,…

Welcome to Music Friday, our weekly spotlight on songs that feature jewelry, gemstones, or precious metals in the lyrics or title. Today, we’re revisiting a witty track by country artist Jason Michael Carroll, who seals a momentous,…

Founded in 2017 by insurtech innovator and third-generation jeweler Dustin Lemick and launched publicly in 2019, BriteCo is a modern jewelry insurance provider based in Evanston, Illinois. The company was created with one clear…

North Shields-based jewellery brand Tutti has appointed Helen Williamson as its new fractional managing director. The appointment comes as Tutti marks its 20th anniversary with the opening of a new concept store and studio in Harbour…

This summer marks the 50th anniversary of amethyst being designated as Ontario’s official gemstone — a milestone being celebrated across the province, especially in the Thunder Bay region, where the vivid purple mineral holds both…

Grown BrillianceGrown Brilliance really stands out if you’re looking for a huge selection of lab-grown diamonds. Seriously, they have thousands of options, which is pretty amazing. You can find everything from simple solitaire…

The Bank of England (BoE) has cut interest rates to 4%, down from the previous rate of 4.25%, marking the fifth rate cut since last year’s peak of 5.25%.  At its meeting today (7 August), the bank’s monetary policy committee (MPC) voted…

A heartwarming real-life rom-com unfolded at Philadelphia International Airport, where love took off and circled back in a full romantic loop. In late July, on a bustling day at Terminal E, beneath the now-famous “Welcome to…

3. Best for Budget-Friendly Options: Blue NileAffordable elegance with a reputation built on trustBlue Nile has long been a go-to for couples looking to get more diamond for their budget. As one of the original online jewelers,…

Jewellery brand Verragio has achieved certified member status with the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), following an independent audit of its business practices. The bridal and fine jewellery company joined the RJC in September 2024…

For centuries, one of the world’s most dazzling gemstones lived in disguise. Mistaken for ruby and featured in some of the most famous crown jewels, spinel earned its nickname as “the great impostor” of gemstone history. But in 2016,…