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The collection included 77 pieces of gold and gemstone jewellery, including crowns, amulets, belts, and earrings. One item of note was a solid gold bowl believed to be dated to the 11th century.

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Stolen Cambodian royal jewellery discovered in London

28/02/2023 • Samuel Ord

A treasure trove of Cambodia’s stolen Angkorian crown jewellery was discovered in London within the past two years according to investigating authorities. Read more »

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This year De Beers’ production guidance has been lowered to 33-30 million carats after reaching 34.6 million carats in 2022. | Image: De Beers

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Sales performance overcomes sluggish second half for De Beers

28/02/2023 • Samuel Ord

The De Beers Group has announced improved sales for 2022 despite facing a multitude of challenges in the second half of the year. Read more »

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Rumours suggest LVMH mulling takeover of Richemont

24/02/2023 • Samuel Ord

After reporting a year of record-breaking profit revenue, rumours have begun to circulate that French luxury conglomerate Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy (LVMH) is considering a takeover of rival Richemont. Read more »

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Lovisa's total sales reached $315.5 million while profit increased by 48.4 per cent to $47.7 million. | Image: Lovisa

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Sales through the roof for Lovisa

24/02/2023 • Samuel Ord

Fashion jewellery retailer Lovisa has reported a 44.8 per cent increase in revenue for the first half of the 2023 financial year. Read more »

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In 2020 the court ruled that IIA Technologies did infringe on the production patent, however; this verdict was appealed and successfully reversed in this recent ruling.

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Vindication for IIA Technologies after seven-year court battle

24/02/2023 • Samuel Ord

IIA Technologies has won the final round of its patent dispute with De Beers-owned Element Six following a ruling in Singapore’s Court of Appeal, bringing an end to a seven-year process. Read more »

A spokesperson for Kering noted an increase in full-year sales of 15 per cent while profit increased by 14 per cent to $US3.87 billion ($AU5.67 billion). | Image: Kering

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Significant increase in jewellery sales for Kering

24/02/2023 • Jeweller Staff

Kering’s jewellery and watch divisions recorded an 18 per cent increase in sales in 2022 according to recently published financial reporting. Read more »

The boutique-style event, which was sold out four weeks before opening, was promoted as “Kick Start 2022”, has returned this year and has yet again sold-out.

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It’s a sell-out: Industry mood positive ahead of Australian Jewellery Fair

20/02/2023 • Samuel Ord

For the second consecutive year the Australian Jewellery Fair (AJF) has sold out far in advance of opening day. Read more »

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The JAA’s statements for the previous financial year would normally be lodged with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) by 31 January of each year, however, president Joshua Sharp told Jeweller that the reports are not due with the ACNC until 30 June this year.

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New reporting cycle for JAA, board position filled

20/02/2023 • Samuel Ord

The Jewellers Association of Australia (JAA) has changed its financial reporting cycle to a calendar period, rather than the traditional financial year. Read more »

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According to recent reporting, Russian diamond sales in Europe increased following the invasion of Ukraine, despite retaliatory economic pressure from the US, EU, and other western powers. Source: Reuters – Tanya Makeyeva

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Reputations at stake as Russian diamond trade survives sanctions

20/02/2023 • Samuel Ord

As debate continues to swirl around future economic penalties expected to be implemented against Russia in response to the invasion of Ukraine, the impact of these sanctions has been dramatically undermined. Read more »

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The Marvel x Pandora collection features five charms and one ring with characters such as Star-Lord, Groot, and Rocket crafted in hand-finished sterling silver.

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‘Not your typical heroes’ the theme of new Pandora collection

18/02/2023 • Samuel Ord

Pandora has released a new collection featuring designs inspired by Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy characters. Read more »

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The Coronation crown is made of solid gold and adorned with 345 aquamarines, 37 white topaz, 27 tourmalines, 12 rubies, seven amethysts, six sapphires, garnet, spinel amongst the most prominent stones. Queen Elizabeth often joked about how heavy it was. Source: Cecil Beaton. © V&A Museum

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Controversial diamond won’t appear at King Charles III coronation

18/02/2023 • Samuel Ord

Officials at Buckingham Palace have confirmed that Queen Consort Camilla Parker-Bowles won’t wear the legendary Koh-i-Noor diamond at the upcoming coronation of Kings Charles III. Read more »

According to CEO Andrew Lacik the key to these results was the success of Diamonds by Pandora, a range featuring lab-created diamonds which is now available in more than 260 stores in the US.

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Fourth quarter strategy successful for Pandora

15/02/2023 • Jeweller Staff

Pandora enjoyed a 9 per cent increase in revenue in the fourth quarter of 2022 amid strong demand for its lab-created diamond range. Read more »

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In late January record rainfall in Auckland and the surrounding areas led to flooding which took the lives of four people and caused extensive property damage. Image above is of floodwaters that have derailed a train in Te Puke. Image: David Holwerda, Reuters

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Flooding wreaks havoc on New Zealand’s retailers

14/02/2023 • Samuel Ord

Retailers in New Zealand’s largest city, Auckland, have been told to prepare for more heavy rain and possible floods as Cyclone Gabrielle nears the coast. Read more »

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Platinum Guild International (PGI) has launched a new information portal aimed at educating the wider jewellery industry on the ways in which platinum is responsibly sourced. Image: Platinum Guild

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New portal aims to improve popularity of platinum

14/02/2023 • Samuel Ord

Platinum Guild International (PGI) has launched a new information portal aimed at educating the wider jewellery industry on the ways in which platinum is responsibly sourced. Read more »

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