07/10/2010
• Katherine Kovacs
For those who like to set themselves apart and break with tradition, fantasy cuts offer a fun twist on the usual shapes. FGAA GAA federal secretary KATHERINE KOVACS reports.
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07/10/2010
• Katherine Kovacs
Cat’s eye and star gems are prime examples of how inclusions can be an asset in coloured gems rather than a liability, explains the GAA’s KATHERINE KOVACS.
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31/08/2010
• Lorna Goodyer
Marie Claire editor Jackie Frank said she was “blown away” by the standard of entries at the JAA Australian Jewellery Awards, held on Monday night during the International Jewellery Fair in Sydney.
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31/08/2010
• Lorna Goodyer
Industry veteran and president of the Gemmological Association of Australia Terry Coldham has sold his wholesale gem business.
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25/08/2010
• Lorna Goodyer
This year’s jewellery trade extravaganza will include 70 new exhibitors, fresh Australian and international brands, retail technology developments and promotions to get the buying juices flowing. Here, we provide a round-up of some of the most exciting news.
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25/08/2010
The upcoming Sydney trade fair will provide a smorgasbord of visitor activities, including seven seminars for retailers to attend in between looking for new products.
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24/08/2010
• Stuart Braun
Ethical jewellery issues extend further than blood diamonds and dirty gold. As consumer awareness grows, how can jewellers promote ethical standards? Stuart Braun investigates.
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24/08/2010
• Carla Caruso • Journalist
No longer just yesterday’s news, antique, recycled and vintage-inspired jewellery is attracting attention in the here and now. CARLA CARUSO reports.
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18/08/2010
SJ Jewels’ new Kasumi pendant is inspired by Japanese Kokeshi dolls, which date back to the 19th century and were given as tokens of love and friendship.
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11/08/2010
This three-drop sterling silver pendant is from Renee Blackwell’s new Carnival collection.
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10/08/2010
• Sonia Nair
Local jewellery expert Ronnie Bauer is to host RMIT’s annual Gold and Silversmithing Jewellery Auction.
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03/08/2010
• Sonia Nair
The Asian jewellery industry is gearing up for its international spring fair schedule, starting in Mumbai next month.
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28/07/2010
The Chelsea Flower Show this year unveiled its most expensive, and most short lived, installation yet – a James Bond-inspired, diamond-encrusted garden valued at £20 million ($AUD35 million).
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