Swarovski has announced that it intends to become the global jewellery market leader as part of its 2020 Vision brand development program.
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There are many myths and misconceptions in the gem and jewellery world. Some are found on the internet, some have bizarre origins in history and some, unfortunately, are believed even by people in the industry. Here are a few of the more common ones.
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An Australian jewellery supplier says eBay should clean up its act and rid the popular website of misleading and disreputable jewellery sellers.
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Thomas Sabo launches a sexy new range of bracelets.
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Created gemstones in a kaleidoscope of colours feature in Carat’s latest ‘Rocktails’ collection.
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Centred with a Gilson emerald, this 9ct yellow gold ring is new to Sunstate Jewellers’ Heritage collection.
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CIBJO provides definitive guidelines on gem nomenclature, yet misnomers are still rife. Lorna Goodyer talks to gemmology expert Ronnie Bauer to find the top offenders.
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Can you name ‘the world’s favourite airline’? I am sure you can, British Airways, right? But did you also know that BA stopped using that marketing slogan 10 years ago?
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These vibrant coloured rings are the latest offerings from luxury fashion jeweller Carat*.
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A diamond manufacturer has revealed that it has been mass-producing colourless, synthetic diamonds and is gearing up to sell them online.
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This sparkling winged heart pendant is from Thomas Sabo's new seasonal collection, House of Adventures.
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Rubies and sapphires should be cut to retain as much weight as possible,
while still aiming to retain brilliance and a pleasant shape. KATHERINE
KOVACS reports.
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