03/04/2023
Driven by some of the world’s most recognisable names and faces, a new wave of enthusiasm by men for pearl jewellery has arrived. SAMUEL ORD explains why it should come as no surprise that men are increasingly attracted to pearls.
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29/06/2022
• Samuel Ord
With the crisis in Ukraine causing significant issues to the international supply of natural diamonds, the door has been opened for lab-grown diamonds to capture a larger share of the market. SAMUEL ORD investigates the circumstances leading to this opportunity and speaks with retailers about consumer preferences.
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21/03/2022
• Robert Bouquet
The Ukraine conflict and the resulting sanctions on Russia have had a major impact on the international diamond industry. ROBERT BOUQUET analyses the effect on the distribution pipelines and what’s in store for the jewellery sector.
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08/11/2021
• Martin Foster
The hybrid Watches & Wonders trade event – presented digitally in Geneva followed by a physical Shanghai show – has rekindled optimism for the Swiss watch industry, reports MARTIN FOSTER.
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05/11/2021
• Arabella Roden • Former editor
The past three years have seen the lab-created diamond category expand and develop, though not all have embraced it – yet, writes ARABELLA RODEN.
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21/09/2021
• Arabella Roden • Former editor
In the quest for ever-more beautiful and brilliant diamonds, creativity and innovation abound in the world of diamond cuts, writes Arabella Roden.
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02/09/2021
Jeweller discovers the chemical and structural causes of colour in captivating natural blue and green gemstones, from Ceylon sapphires to imperial jade.
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10/08/2021
• Justin K Prim
Justin K Prim explores the fascinating variety of coloured gemstone cuts and how each one enhances the rough crystal to its full potential.
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09/06/2021
• Ewen Tyler (AM)
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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08/06/2021
• Arabella Roden • Former editor
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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10/05/2021
• Martin Foster
The hybrid Watches & Wonders trade event – presented digitally in Geneva followed by a physical Shanghai show – has rekindled optimism for the Swiss watch industry, reports MARTIN FOSTER.
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13/04/2021
• Arabella Roden • Former editor
As the era of the Argyle Mine draws to a close, ARABELLA RODEN explores the compelling history and enduring legacy of the world’s premier source of pink diamonds.
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10/02/2021
• Sir-Faraz Farooq Hashmi
Sir-Faraz ‘Farooq’ Hashmi explores how cultural and geographic differences shape the journey of colour gemstone rough from the distant corners of Earth to the jeweller’s bench.
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30/11/2020
• Jeweller Research
There is little doubt the past 10 years have led to significant change in the Australian jewellery landscape – yet analysis of the data by Jeweller shows a number of surprising trends and stories.
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17/11/2020
• Graham Henrickson
There is a clear framework for improving watch sales – but in the digital era, it appears retailers are still neglecting online customers, writes GRAHAM HENRICKSON.
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