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Atelier VM opens first UK flagship store

Italian fine jewellery brand Atelier VM has opened its first UK flagship store within the Burlington Arcade in London. Atelier VM first launched in the UK in 2018 with dedicated counter space in Liberty London, and has steadily expanded its loyal customer base and grown both its mainline and popular welded L’Essenziale collections. The Italian...

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Kering launches sustainability jewellery award

French luxury fashion conglomerate Kering has launched a new jewellery award to advance sustainability and innovation targeting universities and start-ups. The ‘Kering Generation Award x Jewelry’ has been launched in partnership with CIBJO, the World Jewellery Confederation, and with the scientific coordination of Poli.Design at Politecnico di...

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Mysterious diamond-laden necklace fetches 4.8 million dollars in Geneva auction

Geneva - A mysterious diamond-laden necklace with possible links to a scandal that contributed to the downfall of Marie Antoinette, sold for 4.8 million dollars at an auction in Geneva Wednesday. The 18th century jewel containing around 300 carats of diamonds had been estimated to sell at the Sotheby's Royal and Noble Jewels sale for 1.8-2.8...

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All about lab-grown diamonds: Why are they a more sustainable option?

While called many things - lab-grown diamonds, man-made diamonds, and lab-created diamonds, among others - upon seeing manufactured diamonds, there’s no way to differentiate them from their natural counterparts. The fact these these diamonds were not made in nature, also doesn't mean they aren't real. Thanks to the use of new technology, several...

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Reformation launches jewellery with Clare Waight Keller

American sustainable fashion brand Reformation has launched its first jewellery collection created with former Chloé and Givenchy creative director Clare Waight Keller. The limit-edition vintage-inspired capsule jewellery collection draws inspiration from the roaring 20s and features earrings, bracelets, and necklaces all made with certified...

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Pandora completes shift to use entirely recycled silver and gold

Jewellery specialist Pandora has officially completed its mission to utilise 100 percent recycled silver and gold in its crafting process. The shift means the company has achieved what it had initially set out to do earlier this year as part of a wider transformation of its entire precious metals supply. From now onwards, the company said all of...

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Wolf opens first physical store in 190 years: The business behind luxury watch cases

The watch industry has experienced a well-received boom in recent years. One niche aspect of this market that is often overlooked by outsiders, but retains importance among watch enthusiasts, is that of boxes and cases for the cherished accessory. It is a market, alongside jewellery boxes, that Wolf has been championing for 190 years, yet it is...

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Mysterious 18th century diamond necklace set for auction

London - A mysterious 18th century necklace made from around 500 diamonds, some of which are believed to have been taken from a piece that contributed to Marie Antoinette's demise, will go on sale in November, Sotheby's said on Monday. The piece, from a private Asian collection, will go under the hammer in Geneva on November 11, with online...

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The UK is the fake watch capital of the world, a study reveals

A recent analysis by Watches2U has unveiled a startling trend in the global market for counterfeit timepieces, with the UK emerging as the epicentre of online searches for fake watches. This development comes in the wake of a 2023 report that identified over one million counterfeit watches circulating in the UK market, accounting for a...

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Astley Clarke and Edge of Ember merged under new leadership

British jewellery brands Astley Clarke and Edge of Ember have announced they are merging to “forge a new chapter in the world of luxury accessories”. In a statement, Aeternum Holding, the parent company of Astley Clarke, said the merger symbolises a “strategic blend of heritage and innovation,” as they look to enhance customer experience and...

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Ukrainian war-themed jewellery exhibition makes fashion week debut

In a poignant reflection of Ukraine's ongoing struggle, a groundbreaking exhibition of political jewellery is set to open in Kyiv next week. 'Brave to Live', featuring works from 17 Ukrainian artists, will make its domestic debut from September 1-4, 2024, as part of Ukrainian Fashion Week's 55th season. The exhibition, curated by the LANKA...

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One of the world's largest rough diamonds has been unearthed in Botswana

A Canadian mining firm, Lucara Diamond, has unearthed a 2,492-carat rough diamond in Botswana, the second-largest diamond in history, potentially worth over 40 million dollars. The discovery highlights Botswana's significance in the global diamond industry, where it accounts for about 20 percent of world production. In a statement, William Lamb...