Talismanic jewels have transformed into protective armour during the pandemic, here’s why. In times of pain and uncertainty, many of us look to our jewellery as armour, points out jewellery designer Colette Steckel, who has a flagship boutique in Mexico and a retail store…
UK-based jewellery designer Annoushka Ducas launches her first collection of sustainable bridal jewellery. Annoushka Ducas’ new Love and Commitment is made from recycled gold and set with conflict-free, GIA-certified diamonds. The bridal…
At the request of the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), the Rajasthan State Government has started a Covid-19 vaccination programme on 9th June for the 25,000 workers employed by over…
Christie’s New York auction of Magnificent Jewels on 8th June achieved a total of $26,559,250, selling 94% by value, and 87% by lot. The preceding Jewels Online sale from 20th May to…
LBMA released the draft of Version 9 of the Responsible Gold Guidance (RGG), the document that underpins LBMA’s Responsible Sourcing Programme. LBMA is seeking constructive feedback on this document and has requested…
In an exclusive interview with Solitaire International, DEV SHETTY, President and CEO, FURA Gems, lays out his vision for not only the company, but the entire colour gemstone industry as well. The…
The Italian watch industry association Assorologi, Associazione Italiana Produttori e Distributori di Orologeria, has become the latest member of CIBJO, the World Jewellery Confederation. This is the second major watch industry national…
The Rajkot CFC will give the city’s small-scale jewellery units access to cutting-edge technology. The Common Facility Centre (CFC) initiative spearheaded by the GJEPC crossed a major milestone, as the first Jewellery…
Based on multiple meetings with the Expert Committee members last week, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs will be soon coming out with extant rules for implementation of Hallmarking act along with amendments.…
Middle Eastern jewellery retail brand Jawhara Jewellery has partnered with Forevermark to sell its collections across 10 key stores in the UAE. Jawhara will add 17 new stores by the end of…