Thursday, October 7, 2021

Now Showing: Cloning famous diamonds; emerald spectacles fit for an emperor; and beautiful opal patterns

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, watch as iconic diamonds are 'cloned', discover incredible emerald spectacles from the court of India's Mughal Empire, and find out how the stunning patterns in opals are formed.
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Wednesday, October 6, 2021

Modi family member named in ‘Pandora Papers’

The sister of disgraced former diamond and jewellery mogul Nirav Modi has been implicated in the recent ‘Pandora Papers’ document leak, which has brought to light the international financial dealings of wealthy and high-profile individuals.
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Michael Hill to stock Seiko watches

Jewellery chain Michael Hill has introduced Seiko watches across selected Australian and New Zealand stores and on its e-commerce website.
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Monday, October 4, 2021

Diamond organisation expands lab-grown testing program

The Natural Diamond Council (NDC) – formerly the Diamond Producers Association – has expanded its diamond detection initiative, the Assure Program, which was first launched in 2019.
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Sunday, October 3, 2021

Jewellery sales slump as lockdowns continue; Christmas 'rebound' predicted

Extended lockdowns in NSW and Victoria have taken a heavy toll on jewellery sales during September, according to data compiled by Retail Edge Consultants from more stores across Australia.
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Friday, October 1, 2021

International trade show makes successful return in India

Following the cancellation of its 2020 edition due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the India International Jewellery Show (IIJS) Premiere made a triumphant return last month.
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