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National museum hides holdings to prevent looting, while modern jewellery and artefacts become symbols of national identity
Fashion houses are betting on combining two of the most highly collectable luxury items
Brands see booming demand for their heritage pieces, which they are buying back, restoring and offering for sale once more
The CEO of Italian jeweller Pomellato is using the brand to promote and inspire inclusion and diversity
High-jewellery houses enlist pop singers to benefit from their younger audience in Asia and beyond
Cutters and polishers strengthen traceability to retain business
French company has brought back labels such as Oscar Massin, Rouvenat and Vever
Jewellery houses eager to tap into the glamour of the movies are intensifying their links with film festivals and awards events
The technique favoured by jewellers Boucheron and Cartier prizes detail over dazzle
Chanel and Dior are among the houses creating unique gems to generate buzz and cater to the demand for one-off pieces
Brands that traditionally have focused on men see female ‘ambassadors’ as key to growth
New hospitality openings highlight the potential to raise profiles and generate sales
Fascinating Paris exhibition traces the arabesque influence on a style of jewellery that is enduringly popular
Consumers signal a preference for quality and transparency over the place of production
The Swiss laboratory attempts to build consumer confidence via numerical ratings based on the 100-point wine-scoring scale
A focus on sustainability and a marketing push that highlights youthful values are helping sales recover
After battling to be taken seriously the brands are now worth a third of the market
Business has been good for online sellers, even those rooted in bricks and mortar, but adaptability has been crucial
How the country meets demand for luxury goods from locals and Chinese tourists
Young jewellers are turning to interiors to attract customers and raise sales
Boutique closures have sparked digital innovations in sales that are here to stay
Tweaked timepieces popular with public but some original makers cry foul
Whether 2,000 or 200 years old, “gemme nummarie” are gaining contemporary currency
Headpieces are making an appearance in the boardroom as well as the catwalk
The founder has eschewed many jewellery conventions but remains committed to mined gemstones
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