Jeweller - June 2019
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UPFRONT<br />
n RARE FOSSIL FOUND<br />
A 3cm piece of Burmese amber has<br />
been revealed to contain an ammonite,<br />
an ancient ancestor to the modern<br />
squid, which lived around 100 million<br />
years ago. It’s extremely rare for seadwelling<br />
creatures to be preserved<br />
in amber, as it is made from fossilised<br />
tree resin. The ammonite amber also<br />
contained around 40 other creatures,<br />
and was purchased for just $750<br />
by a Chinese collector.<br />
n MUM’S THE WORD<br />
A British mum-to-be has caused a stir<br />
on social media after revealing she’s<br />
planning to turn her breastmilk into<br />
jewellery. As it turns out, the unusual<br />
trend first found popularity in 2013.<br />
Usually a ring or pendant, the pieces<br />
feature a hollow accent stone that can<br />
be filled with the milk.<br />
n ANCIENT GEM FRAUD<br />
Archaeologists excavating a prehistoric<br />
burial ground in southern Spain<br />
believe they have discovered the<br />
oldest example of jewellery fraud in<br />
Europe. Two sets of beads, dating back<br />
to 3,000BCE, were thought to be real<br />
amber. However, they turned out to be<br />
seeds that had been coated in resin. The<br />
fakes were found near real amber beads,<br />
suggesting the owner had been duped!<br />
MOONSTONE:<br />
JUNE BIRTHSTONE<br />
DID YOU KNOW?<br />
This mystical stone is so named for its<br />
unearthly glow – in fact, the Ancient Romans<br />
believed moonstones were actually made<br />
of moonlight. In Hindu mythology, the<br />
moonstone was thought to bring beautiful<br />
dreams. Today, moonstones are associated<br />
with femininity, serenity and peace. While<br />
they come in many colours, the most prized<br />
have a clear body with a blue sheen.<br />
DIGITAL<br />
BRAINWAVE<br />
WHO SAID?<br />
“The brand debate has been<br />
going on for years. The critical<br />
thing for any brand is to ensure<br />
they are constantly evolving with<br />
design and presentation.”<br />
To find out who, turn to page 27><br />
BLOCK THE ROCK<br />
Earlier this year, the first ‘blockchain<br />
diamond’ engagement ring was<br />
created in the UK, assisted by Australian entrepreneur Leanne Kemp’s tech company<br />
Everledger. The ring’s central stone was chosen from a selection of diamonds from<br />
mines in Russia, Botswana and Canada, which were cut and polished by three different<br />
manufacturers in India. It was then fashioned into a ring at London jewellers Taylor &<br />
Hart. Once finished, the customer was presented with the piece and a ledger of timestamped<br />
transactions showing every step of his diamond’s journey. He had specifically<br />
requested a blockchain-tracked diamond for the ultimate guarantee of provenance,<br />
which was accomplished through Everledger’s technology.<br />
TOP PRODUCT<br />
Maillon is the latest addition<br />
to the Les Georgettes by<br />
Altesse family. Part of the Les<br />
Essentielles collection, this<br />
new bracelet design features<br />
intertwining lines. Maillon is available in widths<br />
8mm, 14mm, 25mm and 40mm, as well as<br />
silver, gold and rose gold finishes. Each leather<br />
insert is reversible, giving two beautiful colour<br />
options. Made in France. Available from 13 <strong>June</strong>,<br />
distributed by Renaissance Luxury Group.<br />
VOICE OF THE AUSTRALIAN<br />
JEWELLERY INDUSTRY<br />
jewellermagazine.com<br />
Publisher & Editor<br />
Coleby Nicholson<br />
Associate Publisher<br />
Angela Han<br />
angela.han@gunnamattamedia.com<br />
Journalists<br />
Arabella Roden<br />
arabella.roden@jewellermagazine.com<br />
Production Manager<br />
& Graphic Design<br />
Jo De Bono<br />
art@gunnamattamedia.com<br />
Accounts<br />
Paul Blewitt<br />
finance@gunnamattamedia.com<br />
Subscriptions<br />
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