Women's Fashion Jewelry and Accessories: June 2021

Sunday, June 27, 2021

Alexi and Ani troubles continue: company files for bankruptcy

Alexi and Ani, the high-profile US jewellery brand, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The company, which has been plagued by controversy for many years, hopes to be able to sell most of its assets.
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Thursday, June 24, 2021

Baselworld resurrected, HourUniverse defunct; new dates confirmed

Organiser MCH Group has confirmed its Swiss watch, jewellery and gemstone show has reverted to the Baselworld name, following its rebranding and relaunch as HourUniverse last year.
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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Coeur de Lion

It’s all about colour and sparkle with Coeur de Lion's latest handmade disc pendant.
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Atlas Pearls

Atlas Pearls is your go distributor to for all your sustainable South Sea pearls.
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Paterson Fine Jewellery

Paterson continues tradition with old world style.
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Monday, June 21, 2021

India introduces mandatory jewellery hallmarking; implications for Australia

After years of delays, the Indian government has introduced mandatory gold and silver jewellery hallmarking across more than 250 districts, including major cities such as Mumbai.
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Thursday, June 17, 2021

Now Showing: the rarest opal pattern; turning a yellow ring white; and $200,000 aquamarine in the mountains

Take a few moments to enjoy Jeweller's Friday Flicks video selection including updates on current affairs and insights into our jewellery trade. This week, take a closer look at a rare opal pattern, join an aquamarine expedition in the Rockies, and watch as a jeweller turns a yellow gold ring white.
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Wednesday, June 16, 2021

Biron Laboratory Grown Diamonds

This classic cirlce pendants gets a modern update with lab-created diamonds.
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UnoDe50

UnoDe50 bestselling cuff will have you making a bold statement.
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Beware of being caught up in jewellery marketing jargon

Regular readers will be aware that I am not a fan of buzzwords. You know the type of thing – terms such as thought leader, empower, sea change, drill down, engagement and journey, just to name a few. And it’s even worse when it’s politically correct marketing jargon.
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Monday, June 14, 2021

First 'public tender' of Argyle pink diamonds expected to break records

The first-ever 'public tender' of Argyle pink diamonds, including 33 previously-owned stones ranging from 0.23–2.00 carats, is expected to break the record for the most expensive diamond sold in Australia.
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Diamond market rebounds; prices rise

The international diamond trade has continued to recover following the COVID-19 downturn, with manufacturers striving to meet strong consumer demand from the US and China and rising prices for rough and polished stones.
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Thursday, June 10, 2021

Supplier introduces European jewellery collection

RJ Scanlan & Co. has expanded its fine jewellery offering, introducing the full range of The Lux Collection to the Australian market.
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Indian trade body announces international jewellery fair in Dubai

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), which organises the India International Jewellery Show (IIJS) Premiere and Signature, has announced a new trade fair to be held in Dubai from 14–16 August 2021.
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Rare gold and silver nuggets go on display in Perth

The Perth Mint has unveiled two rare large gold and silver nuggets – which have been named the King Henry and the Karratha Queen – as part of its new Australian precious metals public exhibition.
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Wednesday, June 9, 2021

Why diamonds?: Exploring the history and future of the world’s most iconic gemstone

Australian geologist EWEN TYLER AM has been called the 'Father of Australian diamonds', having led the discovery of the country's three diamond mines. Here, he reflects on humanity’s captivation with these shimmering stones.
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Tuesday, June 8, 2021

Pretty in pink: Kunzite

Kunzite, a variety of spodumene, is a relatively lesser-known gem in the world of jewellery – yet its beautiful pink-to- violet colouring, owed to the presence of manganese, continues to attract a growing number of admirers and collectors.
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The Gem Quarter: Understanding colour - The Rainbow Connection

Multi-colour and colour-change gemstones are among the most unique and beautiful of all jewellery crystals. Here, Jeweller discovers the gemmological phenomena that create eye-catching rainbow hues.
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Monday, June 7, 2021

Fancy colour diamonds: A natural selection

While a relatively niche category, the creative appeal and attractive margins of fancy colour diamonds mean they continue to punch above their weight for jewellers, writes ARABELLA RODEN.
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2021 CAD/CAM Report: Designing the future

Computer-aided design and manufacturing have become an almost intrinsic part of the jewellery industry – especially given the demand for custom makes and personalisation, writes ARABELLA RODEN.
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Friday, June 4, 2021

Now Showing: Meet the siblings who found $1.2 million in opal; making a $100,000 ring out of dust; and up close with alexandrite

Take a few moments to enjoy Jeweller's Friday Flicks video selection including updates on current affairs and insights into our jewellery trade. This week, meet the Australian siblings who discovered a $1.2 million opal find, watch a master jeweller make a $100,000 ring from dust, and discover the secrets of alexandrite.
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Thursday, June 3, 2021

Recent record breakers: Pink diamond sold for $37 million

Auction house Christie’s has recorded several outstanding results in its recent ‘Magnificent Jewels’ sale in Hong Kong, including the Sakura Diamond, which became the largest purple-pink flawless diamond ever sold at auction.
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