Category Archives: Silver

VicenzaOro ‘Winter’ 2012 (Part 3)

Posted on May 8, 2012 in Gemstones/Gemmology, Gold, Jewellery Industry News, Silver

Part 3 of 4 By Jacquie De Almeida More than 1400 companies exhibited at VicenzaOro’s ‘Winter’ edition, showcasing everything from high-end jewellery to inexpensive pieces with no precious content. Life continues to revolve around the price of gold, although with … Continue reading →

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VicenzaOro ‘Winter’ 2012 (Part 2)

Posted on April 27, 2012 in Gemstones/Gemmology, Gold, Jewellery Industry News, Silver

Part 2 of 4 By Jacquie De Almeida Expanding the ‘Made in Italy’ brand to untapped markets continues to be the VicenzaOro fair’s primary objective, as is following through on FDV 2011-15, its five-year revitalization plan, part of which includes … Continue reading →

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Silver-A luxurious metal for all occasions (Part 3)

Posted on March 23, 2012 in Silver

Part 3 of 3 By Nicole MacIntyre Alain Abihsira, president of Ethan Stars in Quebec, offers marketing advice when it comes to silver jewellery, noting suppliers design a collection to make it most appealing as a whole, which can encourage … Continue reading →

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Silver-A luxurious metal for all occasions (Part 2)

Posted on March 21, 2012 in Silver

Part 2 of 3 By Nicole MacIntyre The market for silver is also widening with shoppers looking for different types of pieces and designs, including the use of two-tone rhodium plating. In the past year or so, retailer and wholesaler … Continue reading →

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Silver-A luxurious metal for all occasions (Part 1)

Posted on March 16, 2012 in Silver

Part 1 of 3 By Nicole MacIntyre If you’re one of those retailers hanging on to the antiquated idea that silver doesn’t have a place in fine jewellery showcases, it’s time to update your thinking and inventory. Driven by cost … Continue reading →

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VicenzaOro ‘Choice’ 2011 (Part 4)

Posted on December 21, 2011 in Diamonds, Gold, Jewellery Industry News, Platinum, Silver

Part 4 of 4 By Jacquie De Almeida Diversification is one concept retailers themselves have embraced over the last few years. Silver sales in the last three years have soared, as did cost of the metal. The comparatively low cost … Continue reading →

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