Jewelry

Welcome to Music Friday, when we spotlight songs that feature jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, Kelly Clarkson delivers a searing message about a fading romance in her 2017 gospel-inspired single,…

The Goldsmiths’ Foundation has marked the first anniversary of its Landmark Programme with the publication of its inaugural Impact Report, showing the initiative has reached 1,601 people across prisons, schools…

Among all the varieties of sapphire, none captures the imagination quite like the padparadscha. This extraordinary gemstone, celebrated for its delicate blend of pink and orange, is widely regarded as the rarest and most valuable…

I get this question frequently since I sell both solid and semi-hollow fine jewelry. I personally collect both kinds – I think each has importance in a collection for different reasons. I’m going to share…

The Edinburgh Assay Office (EAO) has launched Hallmarking 2.0, a proof-of-concept project to bring hallmarking into the digital era by linking it with blockchain technology and Digital Product Passports. The new…

Watches of Switzerland (WOS) has revealed it is on track to deliver a “good” H1 FY26 in line with its expectations despite the impact of Donald Trump’s tariffs. The company stated that it saw consistently strong…

High-profile rapper French Montana has officially joined the ranks of celebrity grooms-to-be, proposing to Dubai Princess Sheikha Mahra with a breathtaking 11.53-carat emerald-cut diamond ring. The couple announced their engagement…

Signet Jewelers, the world’s largest retailer of diamond jewellery, has raised its full-year guidance as its sales for the 13 weeks ended 2 August 2025 (Q2 2025) increased 3% to $1.54bn (£1.15bn). Same-store…

Luxury jewellery storage brand Wolf has partnered with London department store Liberty to create a collection featuring Liberty’s historic textile designs. The Wolf x Liberty range includes jewellery boxes,…

What’s the Average Price of a Custom Engagement Ring? Most of our custom rings land between $3,000 and $12,000, but we’ve cooked up incredible pieces anywhere from $2,500 to $20K+. It all comes down to your wishlist. Here’s a taste of…

Gemfields has announced the discovery of the largest emerald in its history — an extraordinary 11,685-carat rough gemstone named Imboo, meaning “buffalo” in the local Bemba and Lamba dialects. Unearthed on August 3, 2025, from the…

Pomellato has launched Pentagoni, a high jewellery collection built around the reinterpretation of the pentagon shape.  The designs feature white and brown diamonds set in rose gold, with compositions intended to…

Astrid and Miyu is to open its first store in Northern Ireland at Victoria Square in Belfast, taking an 1,800 sq ft unit at the shopping centre. The contemporary jewellery brand is the second retailer to launch…

British luxury jeweller Austen and Blake has opened a new showroom in Dubai, marking the brand’s 44th global location. The store, located in Gold Tower at Jumeirah Lake Towers, offers a made-to-order service that…

The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) will introduce updated evaluation services for D-to-Z laboratory-grown diamonds from 1 October, replacing its existing system. The new service, called the…

Manufacturer Gemopia, represented by distributor NYSA Creations, has announced that it will unveil its newest collection at the Jewellery Show, the first time it will exhibit at the show. The collection comprises…

London DE Group has partnered with Broula King Enterprises (BKE) to fund a new gold and rare earth elements (REE) processing plant in New South Wales, Australia. The project, near the town of Goulburn, aims to…

On September 19, 1979, Dolly Parton took to “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson” with more than her trademark sparkle and wit. Guitar in hand, the 33-year-old country star unveiled a one-of-a-kind song she had written just for…

Jewellery brand Pandora has unveiled two new collections, Pandora Talisman and Pandora Minis, which update its signature charms with “contemporary” designs and “symbolic” motifs. The Pandora Talisman collection…

Russia’s diamond mining giant, Alrosa, is turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to help locate the world’s next major diamond deposits. The company announced that it has developed a neural network–based system designed to identify…

your hexagon diamond questions answered How Much Do Hexagonal Diamonds Cost? Hexagonal diamonds are typically less pricey than round brilliant diamonds of the same quality and carat weight. Why settle for ordinary when you can have…

What color is peachy gold? Peach gold is a gold tone that falls right in between yellow and rose gold. Is peach gold durable? Definitely. Peach gold is just as sturdy as your classic yellow or rose gold since it’s made with the same…

What is a Marquise diamond? A modified brilliant cut with 56 facets, marquise diamonds are an under-hyped, incredibly aesthetic and unique diamond cut that we love. Marquise diamonds combine the elongated outline of an oval cut diamond…

Hatton Garden-based supplier Andre Michael has announced that it will unveil its “Crushed Collection”, at the Jewellery Show on 31 August and 1 September. The new collection will comprise rings and pendants…

Most people think of diamonds as symbols of beauty and luxury, but researchers at the UK’s University of Warwick are giving these gemstones a remarkable new role: helping doctors track and treat cancer. A team of physicists…

How to get the largest looking rose cut diamond Want a larger diameter? Go for a lower domed rose cut diamond. Prefer height? Choose a higher domed diamond. For the best of both worlds, select a diamond with a balanced dome—a perfect…

Joma Jewellery has announced the launch of its first ever laboratory-grown diamond collection, priced at £34. The collection pairs silver-plated jewellery with a charm set with a laboratory-grown diamond. Each…

It’s official: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged — and the superstar’s ring is as dazzling as the love story behind it. The couple announced their engagement on Instagram yesterday with a romantic photo carousel that…

If you paid close attention to my NYCJAOS Spring 2025 coverage, you’ll know that I had the great pleasure of seeing THREE real antique tiaras at one show! I’ve given you a peek at these beauties, but I also thought they deserved their…

British brand Ottoman Hands has announced that it is expanding into the US after striking agreements with Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s and Macy’s. The brand launched in Nordstrom on Monday 11 August at Nordstrom,…