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Captivating Brilliance by Peter Schmid

Peter Schmid, world-renowned jewelry maker, is launching his all-new exhibition at Patina Gallery, Captivating Brilliance , inspired by the Santa Fe Opera’s 2018 production of Giacomo Puccini’s Madame Butterfly , writes Ilaria Ruggiero in this exhibition review. The exhibition will open on August 10th at Patina Gallery at 131 West Palace Avenue, Santa Fe. Captivating Brilliance will showcase pieces greatly influenced from the movements of Orientalism and Exoticism that were popular at the time of Puccini’s Madame Butterfly debut. An amazing crossover of inspirations and ideas, on one hand coming from the most current interpretations of Puccini's opera, on the other hand from ancient rituals,

Brilliance and Fire: A Biography of Diamonds

PRESS RELEASE: Expert Panel at Jewellery and Gem WORLD Hong Kong Upholds the Platinum Advantage Amid Global Surge in Demand

A distinguished international panel of jewellery experts highlighted platinum’s present and distinct advantages of price and technical brilliance at Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong 2025. Presented by Platinum Guild International (PGI) on Friday, 19 September 2025 as part of the prestigious five-day trade show, the event advocated capitalising on platinum’s strong business potential as the cost of gold soars and innovation opens new avenues for expansion into emerging markets and varied product lines. A significant price differential with gold is fuelling the growing global demand for platinum. However, as the panel speakers affirmed, this is far from platinum’s sole

PRESS RELEASE: The Beauty of Snow Crystals - Sif Jakobs Jewellery Christmas Collection

Step into the season of light with Cristallo, our newest collection celebrating the beauty of winter and the brilliance of snow crystals. This year’s Christmas collection captures the pure magic of winter, where every snowflake sparkles like a crystal and the world feels wrapped in light. Inspired by delicate frost patterns and the glistening shimmer of snow crystals, each piece reflects the refined beauty of the season. From elegant ear studs paired with a matching necklace to a shimmering crystal ball pendant and delicate bracelets with adjustable chains for the perfect fit, these designs are made to shine through every

PRESS RELEASE: Platinum Jewellery Demand Continues Resilience Amid Market Fluctuations

Global platinum jewellery demand has shown notable resilience in the third quarter, as consumers in key markets seek value and authenticity amidst historic highs in gold prices, according to the Q3 2025 Platinum Jewellery Business Review (PJBR) released by Platinum Guild International (PGI). While elevated precious metal prices have softened broader jewellery sentiment, platinum is gaining share. Its inherent qualities—including natural white brilliance, exceptional durability, and high purity—are driving a compelling value proposition. “The current record-high price of gold represents a significant opportunity for platinum, as consumers actively seek a premium yet accessible alternative,” said Tim Schlick, CEO of