Jewelry

I’ve been collecting keys for years – not intentionally at first, but the ones that landed in my possession early on always had a special significance and almost “larger than life” aura. I was first gifted a…

London-based jewellery brand Loquet has introduced a new range of gift sets and stone-set flower charms ahead of the upcoming gifting season. Each piece is handmade in solid gold and set with precious stones. …

Welcome to Music Friday, when we feature songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the lyrics or title. Today, we rewind to 1984 and the shimmering synths of Wang Chung’s “Dance Hall Days,” a song that captures both the…

Luxury jeweller Pragnell has launched a new collection featuring rare purplish pink gemstones sourced from an artisanal mining community in Tanzania. The Kitulo garnet range, debuting this autumn, forms part of…

What’s it like being a young woman in an industry that’s still pretty male-dominated? It's interesting to see the support in my cutting and photography skills from tenured men in the industry who were excited to support a young woman…

In what promises to be one of the most closely watched jewelry auctions in years, Christie’s London will offer the legendary Fabergé Winter Egg of 1913 on December 2, during Classic Week. The Winter Egg is considered one of the most…

De Beers Group has introduced Desert Diamonds, its first new jewellery concept in over 10 years, supported by the company’s largest category marketing campaign. The concept, described by De Beers as a new…

Brilliance took center stage in Fort Lauderdale on Monday as the Florida Panthers unveiled their 2025 Stanley Cup championship rings — handcrafted masterpieces shimmering with more than 450 diamonds and genuine rubies totaling…

Birmingham City Council is facing criticism after placing a row of historic workshops on Vyse Street in the Jewellery Quarter up for sale without prior consultation with tenants, local businesses, or trade…

In a bold move to secure its long-term production capacity, Russian diamond giant Alrosa has approved a 20 billion ruble ($240 million) investment to extend the life of its famed Udachnaya mine in Yakutia through 2055. The deep-level…

October diamond prices eased modestly at the premium end, reflected continued selectivity in the mid-range, and showed slight firming across certain lower-grade categories. Lab-grown diamonds remained a factor in volume-driven…

Managing director Phil Ainsworth is marking 35 years with Ainsworth Jewellers, the family business that has traded on Blackburn’s Darwen Street since 1870. The store, founded by Joseph Ainsworth more than 150…

A team of modern-day treasure hunters has recovered more than 1,000 silver and gold coins from the fabled 1715 Treasure Fleet shipwrecks off Florida’s coast. The find, announced by 1715 Fleet – Queens Jewels, LLC, is valued at…

Further InsightsWhy are Lab Diamonds Cheaper?Are Lab-Grown Diamonds Cheaper — The Core ReasonsLab-grown diamonds cost less because the economics that drive price differ sharply from those of mined stones. Production time drops…

Precious metals specialist Betts Group has expanded its range of recycled silver bullion products made from redundant medical X-rays. The Birmingham Jewellery Quarter firm said the move responds to growing demand…

Kit Heath, founder of the British jewellery brand, has died aged 69. Heath, who was diagnosed with brain cancer in July, died on 26 September at his home in North Devon, surrounded by his wife and children. Heath…

The Fabergé Winter Egg is expected to fetch over £20m at Christie’s London sale on 2 December. Commissioned in 1913 by Emperor Nicholas II as an Easter gift for his mother, Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna, the…

The Betts Group has appointed David Fletcher as head of business development for its bridal division. Fletcher has more than 30 years’ experience in the jewellery trade and has previously held senior roles at the…

The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History just welcomed a breathtaking new addition to its National Gem Collection: the “ZaZa Azul Paraiba.” This 13.34-carat, flawless Paraiba tourmaline — a dazzling example of October’s…

The jewelry world is in the middle of a fascinating shift. As gold prices reach record highs, platinum—long admired for its rarity, purity, and resilience—is stepping into the spotlight. Once the quiet alternative to yellow gold,…

The 5 C’s Of DiamondsClose-up of a woman’s hand wearing a solitaire engagement ring with a round brilliant diamond set in a white gold band.The 5 C’s of Diamonds are the essential criteria used to evaluate a diamond’s quality…

Repossi has released the seventh piece in its twice-yearly Limited Edition series, unveiling a new earring design centred on pearls. The Paris-based jewellery house, known for its Place Vendôme atelier, said the…

When Starbuck’s “Moonlight Feels Right” hit the airwaves in the spring of 1976, it became one of the most unforgettable summer anthems of the decade. The smooth, synth-driven track rose to #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and has since…

Is There an Average Size for a Diamond Engagement Ring?18k Yellow Gold Vatche U-113 6-Prong Solitaire Engagement Ring from Whiteflash.comThere is no absolute average size for a diamond engagement ring. It varies depending on…

Eleanor Juliet Atelier (EJA) has launched with a limited edition Pink Puff jewellery collection. The brand said the handcrafted pieces are intended as a “playful symbol of feminism”, drawing on debates around the…

A glittering window into the Byzantine world has opened on the slopes above the Sea of Galilee. Archaeologists from the University of Haifa, working in Israel’s Susita National Park, have uncovered a remarkable 1,400-year-old hoard…

Comparing Natural Diamond Reports To The New Lab-Grown ReportsA natural diamond GIA report will still display the full 4Cs, including detailed descriptions of color and clarity. A lab-grown GIA report will display a category…

Today’s Jewelry Collection Story comes from Allison of @HollywoodGold – a fun Instagram account I love following, who posts mostly personal collection pieces, and has a unique, eclectic style and a…

Lindley Gray is a talented jewelry designer I’ve had the pleasure of knowing for nearly a decade, and I’m so excited to give you a proper introduction to her jewelry today. If you love clean lines and breathtaking geometry, you’re going…

Online marketplace Nivoda has secured a $60m (£44.65m) financing facility from investment firm i80 Group to provide trade credit to jewellers worldwide. The London and New York-based company, which connects more…