New limited-edition Argyle pink diamond coin unveiled Posted March 05, 2021 | By Arabella Roden ⢠Editor Australian precious-metal refiner The Perth Mint has released the latest in its limited-edition ‘The Jewelled Range’ of Argyle pink diamond coins, created in conjunction with pink diamond specialist supplier Glajz.
The latest edition to The Jewelled Range is The Jewelled Horse, following on from 2020’s The Jewelled Tiger, 2019’s The Jewelled Dragon, and 2018’s The Jewelled Phoenix. With the prestige of The Jewelled Range and the Mint’s other Argyle pink diamond collaborations, a lot of work goes into developing the final prototype to deliver excellence for discerning investors and collectors alike
Now Showing: Gold beating as an art; cracking open weird geodes; and a $57,000 opal find Posted March 05, 2021 | Take a few moments to enjoy
Jeweller s Friday Flicks video selection including updates on current affairs and insights into our jewellery trade. This week, discover the art of gold beating, take a closer look at geodes, and watch as opal whisperers find a $57,000 gemstone in the Outback.
Second man jailed over $3.2 million heist Posted March 02, 2021 | By Arabella Roden ⢠Editor Daniel Ede, the second man involved in the April 2020 robbery of Collins Street gold dealer Melbourne Gold Company (MGC), has been sentenced to a maximum of five years and nine months in jail for his role in the heist.
Ede, 38, was an employee of MGC and initially thought to be a victim during the robbery, in which fellow Melbourne man Karl Kachami, 48, held him at gunpoint before making off with gold bullion, jewellery, and cash valued at $3.2 million.
County Court Judge David Sexton described the robbery – one of the largest in Victorian history – as a brazen, sophisticated and well-thought-out criminal endeavour targeted for maximum financial return
As the world went into lockdown, businesses were forced to move trading from the street to the cloud. With the convenience and savings afforded to us by technology, are we looking at a digital-only future? ANGELA HAN reviews the state of affairs, one year on.
Nationwide Jewellers continues Apprentice Support Scheme for 2021 Posted March 02, 2021 | By Arabella Roden ⢠Editor Australasia’s largest buying group, Nationwide Jewellers, has announced its Apprentice Support Scheme will continue for an 12th year, providing vouchers for both tools and cash to jewellery and watch apprentices in Australia and New Zealand.
Under the scheme, which was first introduced in 2009, apprentices have the choice between a $500 tool voucher – subsidised by Australian Jewellers Supplies in Australia and G A Warburtons in New Zealand – or $400 in cash towards costs associated with their training. As a major player in the jewellery industry, we recognise our obligation to support and encourage young people in enhancing their skills and experiences