The Japan Jewellery Fair (JJF) opened its doors to local and overseas buyers on September 1 at the Tokyo Big Sight Exhibition Center. Hundreds of jewellery manufacturers and gemstone dealers are showcasing their latest products. Organised by UBM Japan Co Ltd and the Japan Jewellery Association, the three-day trade fair features 443 vendors from 13 Read More →

The world’s leading gemmological laboratories will be holding special seminars during the September Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair. The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) will be bringing a number of industry experts to the fair for presentations scheduled for September 14 and 16. On September 14, Nicholas Sturman, senior manager of Global Pearl Services Read More →

Major coloured gemstone and fine jewellery manufacturers will be presenting some of their most striking creations at the September Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair. Germany-based Paul Wild OHG, one of the industry’s leading gemstone suppliers and manufacturers, is presenting its stunning suites, including a multi-colour spinel scalloped collar layout. The collar layout, which promises Read More →

Jewellery brands are expected to capture a bigger share of China’s jewellery sector, particularly in second-, third- and fourth-tier cities, over the coming years, according to a market research published recently. Jewellery brands are developing at a brisk pace and stepping up their expansion through franchisees, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council said in a study Read More →

Russian mining giant Alrosa is placing 19 rough diamonds under the hammer, including a 401.97-carat stone as part of an international rough diamond auction and polished diamond tender. The 19 lots, which have a total weight of 1,098 carats, are the property of Alrosa and JSC Almazy Anabara. The polished diamond tender will feature 28 Read More →