Asian private collectors were the top buyers at Sotheby’s jewellery sales in Hong Kong during the first half of the year, according to the auction house. Asian private clients accounted for over 80 percent of overall jewellery sales, Sotheby’s said, adding that they also established a much more significant presence in the company’s worldwide jewellery … Read More →
Australian fine opal and diamond cruise ring in 18-karat gold Opals are the stars of Hong Kong-based jeweller Tayma Page Allies’ latest collection, “Floating Islands.” Allies, the British designer behind her eponymous Tayma Fine Jewellery brand, said the collection was inspired by a bird’s eye view of Australia’s Lizard and Heron Island, and reflected the … Read More →
Diamond production of Australia-based miner Rio Tinto at its Argyle Diamond Mine reached 6.880 million carats in the first half of the year, up 4 percent from the same period a year ago, the company announced. The company attributed the increase to the continued ramp-up of underground production, resulting in higher ore volumes processed, which … Read More →
Turkey is pulling out all the stops to remain a frontrunner in the global jewellery industry. Adding muscle to the country’s manufacturing expertise are major initiatives ranging from fiscal incentives to market expansion and gemstone-cutting skills upgrading programmes. In separate interviews with JNA, industry stakeholders share their views on how Turkey is moving ahead of … Read More →
COURTESY OF CUYANA 1. CUYANA The place to go for “It” girl bags on a real-girl budget, Cuyana’s “fewer, better” motto means your investment (Italian leather totes and structured cinch bags) will never go out of style. Its newly redesigned showroom on the second floor of its historic Union Square building is a must-visit while in … Read More →
Parlux have launched the second fragrance in Rihanna’s namesake RiRi collection: Crush. The fragrance is described as a “mysteriously sexy and provocative scent. Breaking boundaries and setting new rules, this perfume feels empowering, strong, confident, and unapologetic.” Crush Givaudan’s Natasha Cote is the perfumer behind the fragrance, which contains top notes of bergamot, mandarin and pink … Read More →
Diamond jewellery captivated buyers at Bonhams Fine Jewelry auction held on June 20 in New York. Headlining the sale was a cushion, brilliant-cut diamond ring of 7.59 carats, flanked by two bullet-cut diamonds. The piece sold for HK$2.64 million (US$341,000), exceeding pre-sale estimates, according to Bonhams. “This diamond is an excellent example of a sought-after … Read More →