Tag Archives: silver

Silver sales on the rise, survey says

April 4, 2019

Retailers in the U.S. enjoyed strong silver jewellery sales last year and this trend is expected to continue in 2019.

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Boosting your bottom line with sterling silver

February 22, 2019

Silver is sometimes looked at as secondary to gold. However, offering silver pieces (including gold-plated items) can make jewellery more accessible, increase turnover, and help retailers reach a wider customer base.

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An insight into Canadian hallmarks

October 26, 2018

Hallmarks define the identity of an item and make it unique. However, it is sometimes difficult to read these symbols and understand their meaning.

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Alloys through the ages

October 3, 2018

Most jewellery (though not all) is composed of precious metal. The metals we use seem simple, but there is a complex set of mixtures and compounds.

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Canadians earn top honours at Saul Bell Awards

May 23, 2018

Four Canuck designers took home prizes in three categories at this year’s Saul Bell Design Awards.

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The cutting edge of quality: Bullion Mart keeps customers ahead of the game

May 1, 2018

What needs drive the modern consumer? How can a business thrive in a constantly evolving market? These are just a few of the questions that inspire Moniruz Zaman, president and CEO of Toronto-based distributor Bullion Mart, to drive his business forward.

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Survey: Silver jewellery demand is up, but supply is down

April 12, 2018

Renewed interest in silver jewellery was one of the hallmarks of 2017, according to the Silver Institute’s annual World Silver Survey.

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Silver splendour

February 22, 2018

It’s sometimes assumed silver must play second fiddle to gold, but this metal offers elegant, stylish shimmer that never goes out of fashion. Bask in the gentle glow of these understated pieces and offer your customers silvery styles that go for gold.

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Understated beauty: Diving into mid-century modern design

February 14, 2018

The predominantly silver jewels of the mid-century modern period offered a distinctive style and visual impact for wearers at the time, featuring simple, organic forms made from basic materials without a lot of superfluous ornamentation.

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Scintillating silver: The other white metal

February 13, 2018

Too often overlooked, silver enjoys a long history and many possible applications. Next to gold, it is the most important of the precious metals.

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