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FEATURED ARTICLE QUARTZ THAT HAS BEEN ‘QUENCH CRACKLED’ AND DYED TO RESEMBLE EMERALD. THE ART OF THE CON BY CRAIG THOMAS (FGA)(GD)(AJP) HEAD OF LABORATORY A.G.L. T here are manayppdrifofaecrhenest mteocshtnoifqteuneseumsepdloybeyd cinon-ouarrtiisntds.uTsthreys.e are the three The Imposter The Spice THESE SCHLENTERS ARE GLASS WITH A TAR LIKE SUBSTANCE THAT In this technique the focus is all This is when a parcel of poor IS MEANT TO RESEMBLE A MATRIX. on the gem product so the most quality, but obviously natural stone THESE ARE NOT CONVINCING TO effort and skill goes into producing is peppered with a fake or two to ANYBODY IN THE KNOW, SO THEY ARE a fake gem that closely resembles make the parcel look as though it USUALLY BROUGHT IN BY SOMEONE a valuable natural gemstone. There is worth buying. In this scenario the WHO IS NOT IN THE TRADE AND are too many to name them all but con-artist shifts some attention ACCOMPANIED BY A LONG AND here are some examples. away from the fake stones by INVOLVED STORY. adding natural low grade stones, Topaz, CZ and Moissanite are hoping that one assumes the entire often shaped into an octahedron parcel is natural. If the parcel is and sometimes even trigons are rough then the fake stone is usually carved into them to better imitate made to look water-worn to hide diamond rough. Flux grown crystals the absence of natural facets and of emerald, ruby and sapphire prevent seeing into the stone. I are quite natural looking and have even seen a synthetic, craftily sometimes matrix material is glued glued to a piece of natural. If the to them for a convincing replica parcel is faceted some attempt to of a natural stone. Quartz that has induce fractures may have been been heated and dropped in cold made to make the stones look dye (crackle dyed) can be made to included so that they blend in with look like a convincing natural gem. the natural stones.57 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2018 Cell: 082 490 0219 | Tel: 011 465 0208 Email: [email protected] | Web: www.agemlab.co.za Address: Suite 8, 4th Floor, Block E, The Pivot Office Park, Montecasino, Fourways, JHB, SA, 2055 Wholesale 210 (w) x 39 (h) mm Product list.pdf 1 2018/05/31 8:22 AM C M Y CM MY CYCMY K
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FEATURED ARTICLE VISIT US AT QUESTIONS & ANSWERS (PART 2)61 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2018 HOW WOULD SUPPORTING LOCAL MANUFACTURE 4b. Increased manufacturing has positive spin-offs ASSIST OUR ECONOMY IF AT ALL? upstream as well as downstream, because of the support-services injected into manufacturing from 1. Job creation – by increasing our manufacturing foot- a number of suppliers and retailers, thereby further print locally, we create jobs. growing the economy. 2. Poverty alleviation, community development – for every 5. SMME development: As Cyril Ramaphosa pointed out in person in work in SA, an additional 3.5 people benefit his SON address on 16 Feb 2018, a country’s economic (secondary beneficiaries – family members and/or growth is ultimately sustained by SMMEs. This is because dependents). from 65% and up to as high as 90% of new jobs are cre- ated by SMMEs – their sustainable growth and expansion 3. Social cohesion ultimately leads to political stability – of their businesses is vital. very important in SA – employment of the youth (a po- tentially volatile sector of any country) is very important. 6. Flight of capital: Localisation can lead to huge volumes of cash remaining in the SA economy, as we will no 4. LED (Local Economic Development): longer be dependent on foreign imports and the subse- quent flight of capital out of the country – this will also 4a. The additional capital injected into the economy elevate our balance of payment wrt foreign debt – as by workers through disposable income plays a vital Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba pointed out last year, role in economic growth. growth and tax revenue are falling short of target in SA, forcing the government to borrow foreign capital (Gross government debt is projected to jump to around 60% of GDP by 2021).
7. We must strive to reduce imports of product we already © COPYRIGHT JEWELLERS’ NETWORK have the manufacturing capacity for, and only need to import what we do not or cannot produce locally. 62 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 20188. Therefore, a healthier balance of payment is a huge benefit since Localisation will ensure a greater injection of capital locally – with more money being available to, for example, SARS, leading to a much better budget deficit and a healthier economy.9. Higher import duties (possibly as high as 35%) on finished and semi-finished product may also directly contribute financially towards the redevelopment and revitalisation of our own manufacturing – this, coupled with financial incentives for our exporters will have a huge positive effect (the balance on payment would be immense – especially since only VIABLE exporters would be assisted).10. Trade and Industry Minister Dr Rob Davies, speaking at the 2017 Proudly South African Buy Local Summit, in Johannesburg: “Localisation is an important policy tool for industrial development in South Africa, and will assist in growing the economy and the manufacturing sector”. He highlighted that the policy stipulates that it is government’s preference that State entities buy locally manufactured goods. 11. Davies also said that the public infrastructure build programme, which is operating under the slogan ‘Turn South Africa into a Construction Site’, has 17 strategic programmes that are both geographic and sector specific.12. “The programme has led to a significant increase in in- vestment in building and construction. The industry has grown sevenfold since 2 000, with investment increasing from R55-billion to R380-billion,” he said.13. This is a very good example of how localisation can turn around a flailing unstable and limping economic sector !14. Therefore, the drive towards localisation is being pushed from THE VERY TOP.15. A healthy and positive view of the stability of SA going forward, with very attractive incentives to attract foreign capital and investment into manufacturing sectors, will prove justification for proper training, assist productivity, and give dividends from profit rather than interest for debt.16. This allows SA to prioritise on its own solutions, custom- ised to our own successes rather than having to follow the strict rules of the international monitory establish- ment, for example, IMF, WB, etc. (the more we borrow – the more they dictate to us on what we must do).17. As easy as it may be to borrow, the massive repayments of interest come directly out of funds that can be better used for growing our infrastructure, the economy, with the view of SA becoming autonomous.18. For SA to survive and prosper, we need a very powerful industrialisation and a strong social conscience.
63 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2018 WHAT SUGGESTION’S DO YOU HAVE FOR THE 4e. For all of the above to be possible, a relationship SOUTH AFRICA MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION between all stakeholders MUST be built and strong IN ORDER TO GROW THE INDUSTRY ? ties created. It stands to reason and it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to 4f. The industry is then revolutionised through a well identify the following: thought out strategy of transformation and localisation. 1. The JMASA can meet with its executive, in order to gain inclusive perspective on industry requirements and 5. All stakeholders must align and do their best in trying remedies necessary to transform from an importing to the utmost to assist in the regeneration of our a local manufactured and exporting industry, manufacturing sector, in all industries including jewellery, If this doesn’t happen, the future will remain 2. The JMASA can meet with the ministry, requesting bleak, in terms of crime, and the very real risk of a remedies and assistance with respect to favourable revolution of by the youth – they have not received the lending to exporters, subsidies towards manufacturing quality of education and training required, in order to be costs and tax incentives for companies large enough to internationally competitive in the workplace – we must be able to export. change that. 3. This will make it possible for the large companies to 6. All stakeholders must work together – government STOP wanting to produce for local market, as they may (SADPMR, DTI, CoM, DMR, SARS, etc.), manufacturers, earn more by exporting. training providers, importers, the media and also the JCSA and JMASA, for transformation to effectively take 4. The above will have the following effect: place – otherwise, SA will not be able to benefit as an exporter and will fail to benefit through globalisation & 4a. As the large companies move up the ladder into preferential agreements such as AGOA. exporting, they open up the space they were taking up when they were manufacturing for local markets. 7. For the above to take place, serious honest channels of DIALOGUE need to be opened up. 4b. That space can then be taken up by the middle-sized companies to grow into, for the 8. The JMASA / JCSA may be in an ideal position to supply to local wholesalers & retailers. facilitate meetings between the wholesalers & retailers, with the manufacturers – we need to open the channels 4c. This will then further open up a space for small of communication and create TRUST – we’re all on the manufacturers to grow into. same side here. 4d. Consequently, this will then create a vacuum to be filled by a new genre of HDSA / SMMEs to enter into, towards becoming sustainable.
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Orotig Laser Range pieces in the marking area, thanks to the aid of two high clarity pilot Other machinery on demonstration diode-LASER. Powerful enough to are the Italian made Orotig Laser cut up to 1.8mm depending on the range. The specialists will be out to model wattage. showcase their ranges available: Software allows you to import The LASER-marker is a tool images, models, logos, texts etc., becoming almost indispensable from a broad range of files with to have in both the jewellery and different extensions. industrial sectors. It is particularly useful for the marking of texts, Curved surfaces are also no logos, designs and graphic problem with the rotary axis patterns. From serial numbering to device that can be fitted. Ideal for photo engraving, the LASER-marker the inside or outside of rings and is perfect for customizing metallic bangles. Flat surfaces are a breeze. objects or precious alloys. This model reaches new levels of quality The Orotig machines are made in and reducing significantly working Italy are truly perfect for engraving time. and cutting all types of precious and semi-precious metals like Main features of this new LASER- platinum, gold and silver or base marker series include an integrated metals such as brass and copper. video camera which facilitates the Steel and titanium can be marked viewing of the LASER-marking area, or engraved with great detail. Have in order to position pieces better a chat to the experts on the stand and ensure total control during at Jewellex. the marking phase. An adjustable Z-axis facilitates the focusing ofXXS EVO Series to 125 Joules, capable to satisfy © COPYRIGHT JEWELLERS’ NETWORK all categories of customers, fromXXS EVO series, which is the dental labs to jewellery shops,most compact class of welding to eye-glass frames repairs,machines. Reliable and high- engineering firms and many moreperforming, it has been enhanced applications. Come try it out onby a fresh and more appealing their stand!exterior, a better user-machineinterface, new functions, and,finally, the power ranging from 30PUK® C140 Weld on findings, loops and wires, Simple and intuitive to operate 66 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2018 easily add metal, weld adjacent with precise positioning ofAlso a show stopper and new to the to stones, weld silver, attach the welding points. Very low,range is the more affordable PUK® workpieces prior to soldering and controllable application of heatC140 made by Lampert Germany: much more – all no problem with to even the thinnest of materials.Developed by goldsmiths for the PUK®. Also ideal for welding in Making it easier and faster forgoldsmiths. the immediate vicinity of heat- repairs and soldering. Further sensitive areas with superior benefits of the compact size – fits welding characteristics which are into every workshop. Very low consistently reproducible, with materials costs with the added high quality welding results on benefit of low gas consumption. all materials suitable for welding. Maintenance-free technology
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69 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2018 FEATURED ARTICLE THE 62ND BANGKOK GEMS & JEWELRY FAIR LAUNCHES WITH GLAMOUR Showing Full Potential of International-Domestic Exhibitors Supporting SMEs to the World MR. SONTIRAT SONTIJIRAWONG (MIDDLE), MINISTER OF COMMERCE OF THAILAND, MRS. NUNTAWAN SAKUNTANAGA (SECOND FROM RIGHT), PERMANENT SECRETARY AND MRS. CHANTIRA JIMREIVAT VIVATRAT (SECOND FROM LEFT), DIRECTOR GENERAL OF DEPARTMENT OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE PROMOTION PRESIDED OVER THE 62ND EDITION OF THE BANGKOK GEMS & JEWELRY FAIR (BGJF) OPENING CEREMONY, UNDER THE THEME OF “HERITAGE & CRAFTSMANSHIP” WHICH HIGHLIGHTS THAILAND’S CULTURAL HERITAGE AND THE EXQUISITE CRAFTSMANSHIP OF THAI ARTISANS THAT ARE INTERNATIONALLY RENOWNED. THE 62ND BGJF IS EXPECTED TO WELCOME OVER 20,000 BUYERS AND VISITORS FROM COUNTRIES ACROSS THE GLOBE AND BOOST THE COUNTRY’S GEMS AND JEWELRY EXPORTS. THE 62ND BANGKOK GEMS & JEWELRY FAIR TAKES PLACE FROM SEPTEMBER 7 TO 11, 2018 AT CHALLENGER HALL 1-3, IMPACT MUANG THONG THANI
BANGKOK, SEPTEMBER 7, 2018: This year, BGJF is held under the theme of “Heritage & Craftsmanship” which highlightsMinistry of Commerce’s Department of Thailand’s cultural heritage that perfectlyInternational Trade Promotion (DITP), launches combines beautiful Thai designs withthe 62nd edition of the Bangkok Gems & international touches and shines a spotlightJewelry Fair (BGJF) under the theme of on Thailand’s position as a trendsetter in the“Heritage & Craftsmanship” which highlights world’s gems and jewelry industry,” saysThailand’s cultural heritage and the exquisite Mr. Sontirat.craftsmanship of Thai artisans that areinternationally renowned. DITP is promoting over The 62nd Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair is also150 new brands and SMEs from 18 provinces in hosting an extravagant fashion show underThe New Faces zone to explore new markets at the theme “Queen of Jewelry” to honor thethe 62nd BGJF which is expected to welcome royal projects of Her Majesty Queen Sirikitover 20,000 buyers and visitors from more than who dedicated her life to promoting arts130 countries across the globe and boost the and culture as well as helping her subjectscountry’s gems and jewelry exports. generate income. This fashion show highlights jewelry from Thai manufacturers which are considered the most exquisite collections in high fashion, from gold jewelry made by artisans who carried on ancient ways of jewelry-making, contemporary gold and silver jewelry and jewelry featuring valuable gemstones with intricate designs.Mr. Sontirat Sontijirawong, Minister of © COPYRIGHT JEWELLERS’ NETWORKCommerce of Thailand, reveals that the gemsand jewelry industry in Thailand is vital to the 70 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2018development of the country’s economy fromtourism, employment, value-adding of productsand services, to promoting creative economy.Thus, the government has issued measures topropel Thailand to become the World’s JewelryTrading Hub as Ministry of Commerce hasset strategies and action plans to ensure thesuccess of this mission.“The 62nd Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fairis an important marketing tool to promotethe industry’s capabilities and support Thaimanufacturers including SMEs to expandtheir businesses abroad while networking andtrading with partners from Thailand andother countries.Here, new brands and designers have anopportunity to showcase their unique creationsto target buyers from around the world, whilethe number of exhibitors joining the BangkokGems & Jewelry Fair as well as those expressinginterest to participate in the fair has been risingevery year.
At the fair, buyers and visitors will experience “In 2017, the gems and jewelry industry was inspirational activities and exhibitions as well ranked third exporting industry in Thailand after as new trading opportunities, from The Niche automotive and computers and parts. During Showcase that exhibits five niche jewelry trends, the first seven months of 2018 (January to July The New Faces that highlights 150 Thai SMEs 2018), exports of gems and jewelry (excluding from all regions, exhibitions and workshops from unwrought gold) increased by 6.93% compared The Jewellers, a group of designers who focus to the same period in 2017. DITP is confident that on creative and innovation jewelry-making the gems and jewelry industry will see robust in the project to promote Thai designers to growth in the continuing period,” says export to world markets, the Creative Jewelry Mr. Sontirat. showcase that exhibits jewelry from 40 brands that were selected to join product development Moreover, Ministry of Commerce has initiated workshops with experts to create jewelry with a brand new global campaign to present a unique stories and materials, Innovation and new image for Thailand’s gems and jewelry Design Zone featuring an installation using the industry which is “Thailand’s Magic Hands: The interactive projection technique entitled Closer Spirit of Jewelry Making” which demonstrates where visitors will get a 360 degrees view of the comparative advantages of Thailand, their own jewelry. from being the place where craftspeople with high-level expertise of jewelry-making gather, Special to this year’s BGJF, experienced artisans to being a fertile ground for talented designers from the Thai Goldsmith Association are and emerging Thai jewelry brands. demonstrating their skills in crafting jewelry that is rare to find elsewhere, such as jewelry The 62nd Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair molding, invisible setting, jewelry carvings, takes place from September 7 to 11, 2018 at and stone polishing. Moreover, educational Challenger Hall 1-3, IMPACT Muang Thong Thani. seminars and one-on-one consulting services The fair opens for trade negotiations during from experts are offered as well as a mobile September 7 to 9 at 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and opens gems analyzing unit from GIT and other world- for the general public on September 10 leading institutes. at 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and September 11 at 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. For more information and pre-registration, please visit www.bkkgems.com or dial DITP Call Center 1169..71 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2018
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