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CONTENTS The Original Bullion Coin KRUGERRANDS ARE A GOLD MINE OF VALUE page 7 PARAMOUNT CONSULTING page 14 GOLD IS BACK! page 19 THE JEWELLERS’ STORY: PERMIT DRIVE 2018 page 27 WHO ARE YOU DOING BUSINESS WITH? page 31 JPPE page 37 OPPORTUNITY OF A LIFETIME FOR PLATAFRICA WINNERS page 39 DIA GRADING LABORATORY page 42 PROTEA DIAMONDS page 43 EMERALD AND OTHER VARIETIES OF BERYL page 51 DANGEROUS INSTRUMENTS page 55 Publisher: Member of:3 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2017 JEWELLERS’ NETWORK PUBLICATIONS The Jewellers’ Network Directory The Definitive Directory of information, also available online. Jewel Trader The most widely distributed trade publication, also available on online. Jewel Trader Online Our Digital Magazine, also available online. Tel:(+27) 10 030 0888 / Fax: (+27) 86 508 5705 Website: www.jewellersnetwork.co.za Email: [email protected] Postal Address: PO Box 525, Fourways North, 2086 Design: Yuppiestudios Print: Jetline www.yuppiestudios.co.za www.jetline.co.za No editorial matter or information published in Jewel Trader may be reproduced in any form without the prior consent of the publisher. The publisher accepts no responsibility, liability or obligation of any statement, photograph or illustration appearing in the advertisements. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information published in this publication, however, the publisher cannot accept responsibility for any omissions or errors, or for any consequences arising there from.
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FEATURED ARTICLE KRUGERRANDSARE A GOLD MINE OF VALUE FIFTY YEARS SINCE IT WAS FIRST INTRODUCED IN 1967, THEKRUGERRAND HAS BUILT AN INDISPUTABLE LEGACY AS ONE OF THE LEADERS IN THE GLOBAL GOLD BULLION INVESTMENT INDUSTRY.Since its launch, more than 53 The first 22 carat gold Krugerrand was © COPYRIGHT JEWELLERS’ NETWORK manufactured on 03 July 1967, making thismillion ounces of gold (over 60 year its 50th birthday. 8 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2017million pieces) have been soldin the form of Krugerrands, more An investment in the Krugerand is securethan its closest competitors, the as its face value is denominated in ouncesCanadian Maple Leaf and the of pure gold while other gold bullion coinsUS Eagle. have a face value significantly below the value of gold. This means that the SouthThe global appetite for gold has supported African Reserve Bank (SARB) guaranteessales of 1.1 million ounces of gold bullion the purchase of any Krugerrand tenderedKrugerrands in 2016 worth US$1.3bn, making for the ruling gold price on the day, whereasit the world’s best-selling new gold coin in with other coins the issuing government onlythat year. In 2016, the Krugerrand held a 26% guarantees the face value.market share of the global gold bullioncoin market. “As a world class liquid asset, the bullion Krugerrand provides investors an opportunityAccording to Praveen Baijnath, CEO, Rand to purchase physical gold which isRefinery, the history of investing in modern recognised as a hedge against marketgold bullion coins can be tied to the uncertainty, as well as economic and politicalKrugerrand. The original intent behind the risk,” says Richard Collocott, Executive HeadKrugerrand was to create a gold product of Marketing, Rand Refinery.that the “man on the street” anywhere inthe world could legally own.” “Infact because of its gold content, a Krugerrand can be readily liquidated intoThe original purpose of the Krugerrand was to currency in most countries. A hedge againstadd value to South Africa’s gold production, inflation, a gold bullion Krugerrand bought inwhich averaged 75% of the total global output 1967 for USD35 could return well over USD1200between 1960s and early 1970s. today,” explains Collocott.
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FEATURED ARTICLE GOLD IS BACK!19 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2017 It’s affordable and available to As fashion and technology change, so has the tastes of the consumer. However, gold everyone thanks to Richline SA’s has maintained its status in most consumers proprietary, technologically advanced lives as a hallmark of quality and the production processes. The newly preferred metal in fine jewellery. added Gadoo line of light weight earrings and pendants offers gold The world renowned Gadoo lightweight that is affordable, yet durable. ear products production line that was purchased in Israel during May 2016 is now With the gold price increasing dramatically fully operational and produces at capacity. in the past few years, gold jewellery, made We are proud and excited with the progress in conventional methods used in the past, made and the fact that we have become a became unaffordable, especially in times world class supplier to some of the world’s of recession. Customers could no longer largest retailers and wholesalers. afford luxury pieces at the normal weights and were forced to find alternative products Since the start-up of the Gadoo lines the produced from bonded gold and or silver. uptake globally has even surprised our most optimistic forecasts.
Richline South Africa now has a range of We are looking forward to introducing Southfine jewellery pieces that caters for all the Africa to this product and to get peopledifferent income sectors globally. The new excited about Gold again. During Jewellexlightweight offerings make a huge difference this year we will showcase some of the morein price for our customers and the end than 500 styles that is available in theconsumer without sacrificing quality. new range.One of our slogans is “Quality is not We predict that customers will in the near toexpensive, it is priceless” and to this end we medium term start looking again for lasting,have invested heavily into resources during timeless pieces that they can pass onto the2017 which resulted in delivering quality on a next generation. Gold is back!”consistent basis. © COPYRIGHT JEWELLERS’ NETWORK 20 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2017
21 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2017 No order is too small! The same team, same service and great quality that you’ve come to know… Richard, Nicole, Shoes & Natasha are here to supply you with all your diamond needs. At Ramsden Diamonds we stock a variety of certified goods and a vast range of smalls, fancy shapes and fancy coloured diamonds at competitive prices. All our smalls are hand-calibrated with care and we deliver throughout Gauteng & courier country-wide. You’re welcome to pop by for a cup of coffee in our new office on the 4th Floor, West Wing, 27 Ridge Road, Parktown. If you have any enquiries or if you’d like us to add you to our mailing list to receive our stocklists and pricelists please email or call us. 011 484 0576 • 011 484 0578 • [email protected] • [email protected]
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27 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2017 FEATURED ARTICLE THE JEWELLERS’ STORY: PERMIT DRIVE 2018 The Jewellers’ Story: Permit Drive 2018. An initiative from Metal Concentrators. Charlotte, Grant and myself have now had 2 years of exposure to the retail jewellers and manufacturing jewellers in South Africa and in that time, we have learnt a lot about the trials and tribulations that impact upon our customers. The Jewellers Story initiatives that we launched in the form of caricatures in phase one created a lot of interest in the public domain. This was followed up with a second phase which was to tell important stories sharing the collective wisdom of senior and innovative participants in the industry. To date our Facebook site (facebook.com/TheJewellersStory) has had many hits encouraging MetCon to continue to find ways and means to contribute to the industry.
The current phase of books Often this results in submissions approved consultant for an © COPYRIGHT JEWELLERS’ NETWORKpublished will come to an end that are incomplete and rejected application for a new or renewal ofthis year and is to be followed for reasons that should be possible a Jewellers Permit. 28 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2017by a series of conversations with to solve before submission,jewellers that will be filmed as preventing frustration for all This sponsorship that MetConshort video clips and placed on concerned. offers is limited to the capacity andour Facebook page. I have heard availability of consultants to assistseveral of them and I promise you There are consultants available applicants and clearly MetConthat they are both entertaining and that can assist applicants and cannot warrant that applicationsinspiring for existing jewellers and they ensure that all the required will be successful. This offer will benew entrants to the industry. documentation is in order before it valid for a 12-month period is submitted to the regulator. This beginning with the opening ofIncreasingly MetCon is coming does not mean that the applicant Jewellex 2017.across jewellers that are not can avoid putting together theapplying for or renewing their required documents, but at least We urge you to take advantage ofJeweller Permits. This is of grave they know exactly what is needed! MetCon’s Permit Drive 2018!concern in an industry which is And that when submitted it willregulated by statute, because it result in a Permit! TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUTmeans that many jewellers are THE PERMIT DRIVE PROGRAMMEexposing themselves to fines and MetCon’s research into the use of PLEASE CONTACT LINTI VINCERpenalties that can impact their consultants to assist applications, AT METCON CENTURION ONlivelihood. is that the process is expensive 012 000 4440 OR because it is labour intensive. [email protected] application process for a Consequently, most applicantsJewellers Permit is tedious and in don’t use their services.some instances administrativelycomplex for people who are not In an at tempt to assist jewellersinclined to deal with the myriad of MetCon has decided to sponsordocuments that are required a Permit Drive by subsidising 50%for approval. of the fee payable to a MetCon
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FEATURED ARTICLE WHO ARE YOU DOING BUSINESS WITH? BY TOMER DORON If there’s one lesson I’ve learned in I’m equally proud to welcome Josh Segal to the growing Doron Diamonds family. With 18 years of my life, it’s that the most important experience in fine jewellery but more importantly in building the kind of relationships we treasure, he is element in doing business, is who an incredible asset to the business. you’re doing the business with. The opportunity may look great, the numbers Look out for our newly launched exclusive fine interesting, the product exciting but if the people jewellery collection or give us a shout and we’ll you’re getting in bed with aren’t the right kind of come and show it to you. We’ve also increased people then you’re guaranteed disappointment. our offering in loose diamonds and gemstones so call the office (011 334 7228) and let us help I treasure relationships that are open and honest, you fulfill your requirements. October is a very where the contracting parties commit to a exciting month for us with an exciting new stand relationship of keeping the others interests at at Jewellex as well as a brand new modern office heart. These are the types of relationships that in Rosebank and we look forward to meeting you also bear the most fruit over the long term at both.31 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2017 I’m talking about employees, employers, We will always strive to be the best in service, to customers and suppliers. I’m talking about people be price competitive, to provide the quality levels honoring their word and their commitments and you require but most of all, when you do business not behaving like cowards when times get tough. with us, you do business with a partner who has your interests at heart. A partner who wants both We have always adopted this at Doron Diamonds parties to succeed and profit out of the enterprise when it comes to relationships with our customers, or opportunity at hand. A partner who wants to our suppliers and our staff. As such we have a have a long-term relationship instead of short - name in the industry synonymous with integrity and with a desire from customers and suppliers term profits. to enter into business relationships and transact with us. “We look forward to partnering with you - I am so happy and proud to be back leading Tomer Doron Diamonds with these strong principles at the core of what we do and how we do it.
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FEATURED ARTICLE“ “Our passion for Gemstones and jewellery inspires us to create stunning jewellery for the locals and tourists. JPPE IS A CAPE TOWN BASED FAMILY BUSINESS THAT HAS BEEN SERVICING THE JEWELLERY INDUSTRY FOR 50 YEARS. F rom Big Five and African flavours to At JPPE Lapidary we have a large selection of jewellery styling that can be ordered with a classic styling with gemstones in all most of the popular Gemstones. the colours of the rainbow. Morganite or “the Pink Emerald “as it’s With The innovation of CAD designing become known in certain fashion circles is together with years of knowledge from really becoming a favourite amongst South our skilled artisans we can offer you Africans. With its soft pink and subtle salmon craftsmanship on par with international colours it can be worn for any occasion. standards. Pink is associated with love and romance, so Our clients are also invited to bring their this is why it has also become popular with customers own ideas for us to design and engagement rings in rose Gold. fabricate. It is part of the beryl family which include other popular gems like Emerald and Our online catalogue Aquamarine and because of it is hardness; will be available soon! it can be worn every day.37 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2017 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: ALL TANZANITE STONES AND JEWELLERY CERTIFIED BY: KYLE JOE JANINE TROY Manager Sales Representative Orders Loose Gemstones +27 83 390 3927 +27 83 822 3274 +27 21 424 7764 +27 21 424 7764 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
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FEATURED ARTICLE OPPORTUNITY OF A LIFETIME FOR PLATAFRICA WINNERS COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE WORLD’S LEADING PRODUCER ANGLO AMERICAN PLATINUM AND PLATINUM GUILD INTERNATIONAL (PGI) INDIA RESULTED IN AN OPPORTUNITY OF A LIFETIME FOR LAST YEAR’S WINNERS OF THE PLATAFRICA JEWELLERY DESIGN AND MANUFACTURING COMPETITION TO VISIT INDIA EARLIER THIS YEAR.39 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2017 The purpose of the “Then they participated in the What I experienced in Mumbai – design workshops, along with walking the streets, the store visits trip was for them to local designers, to understand the and the Evara brand immersion participate in PGI India’s design brief.” – has given me a unique insight design sourcing process into traditional Indian bridal for the prestigious Evara They have been invited to submit jewellery and enhanced my ability brand. their concepts/designs to PGI to design contemporary jewellery India and if their designs are within the Indian context.” Sylvester Louw, who won the chosen, they will enter into a professional category, and Jefta commercial agreement with an The trip to India gave me an Mtole and Thomy Vencatasawmy, Indian manufacturer. Platinum opportunity to be exposed to who were joint winners of the has become the symbol of love in international trends and gain an student & apprentice category, India, one of the fastest growing understanding of how I could also got to meet big Indian platinum jewellery markets in tailor my designs to this context, manufacturers and trade media the world. said Jefta. “The interaction so that they could showcase their with jewellery manufacturing designs, skills and inspirations. The trip to India was a great companies was very valuable opportunity to showcase his work as we gained insight into what The three got a full brand internationally and to interact clients want, which is important emersion session to understand with local jewellers, said Thomy. for us as up-and-coming the Evara brand and evolution “I’ve learnt a lot about Indian jewellers. The design brief given to to date, said Kleantha Pillay, customs and gained a deeper us was simple and clear, allowing Anglo American Platinum’s Head understanding of the history us to produce work that speak to of Market Development, who behind their craftsmanship the Indian market. This was truly accompanied them on the trip. and jewellery. and inspirational experience.”
Sylvester agreed. Visiting Mumbai This year’s competition has “Bold The target market for the 2017was a life-changing experience, Minimalism” as theme, which aims competition is Indian millennials;he said. “The diversity of one of at achieving the perfect pairing a bold, experimental generationthe oldest civilisation assailed of timeless platinum with on- looking for a fresh, modern takethe senses through the incredible trend design – curated elements, on tradition.flavours and aromas we found pared down, simplified; eachin the food prepared, drinks one considered, courageous and The 2017 PlatAfrica winners will beand laughter around the dinner meaningful… a simple expression announced at a gala event ontable and conversations sharing of love. 2 November.knowledge of our countries,people and beliefs.” It looks to minimalism as a stance against excess, it dares to be boldWe were exposed to very creative with designs that stand out fromdesigners, manufacturers a sea of clutter, said Kleantha.and the concept of the Evarabrand; explored possible futurecollaboration and grasped theenormous potential for growththat India offers through themedia briefings and mediainteraction, he said.This winners of PlatAfrica 2017 willagain be invited to India as partof the Anglo American Platinumand Platinum Guild International(PGI) India collaboration. TOP: © COPYRIGHT JEWELLERS’ NETWORK THE 2016 PLATAFRICA WINNERS IN MUMBAI INDIA (FROM THE LEFT), SYLVESTER LOUW, 40 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2017 THOMY VENCATASAWMY, KLEANTHA PILLAY, HEAD OF MARKET DEVELOPMENT OF ANGLO AMERICAN PLATINUM, AND JEFTA MTOLE. LEFT: THE 2016 PLATAFRICA WINNERS WERE WELCOMED TO MUMBAI IN TRUE INDIAN TRADITION. FROM THE LEFT ARE SYLVESTER LOUW, JEFTA MTOLE AND THOMY VENCATASAWMY. DUIS IPSUM MAURIS, ULLAMCORPER ID TURPIS UT, PLACERAT TEMPUS EST. NUNC VIVERRA QUIS SEM A TEMPOR. DONEC ELEIFEND EROS A FAUCIBUS COMMODO. AENEAN TORTOR EX, LUCTUS QUIS EROS
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“Surround yourself with brilliance...”DIA GRADINGLABORATORYT he company was established DIA are proud to announce that NICHOLA VAN NIEKERK & the company has now expanded NICOLETTE VAN NIEKERKin 1996 by GIA qualified grader its services to include TanzaniteLesley Tsakos, and has continued Grading as well as Jewellery When asked about their newto grow and service the industry Appraisals. adventure, the two Nikki’s said ”We arefor the past 21 years. excited about where the company is headed, and we look forward to thisNow owned by daughter Nichola Trained up by Gemmologists new venture with our clients”. © COPYRIGHT JEWELLERS’ NETWORKvan Niekerk and long standing Arthur Thomas of ATG and Jeremyfriend and colleague Nicolette van Rothon of Gemlab, DIA is confidentNiekerk, the company is continuing that they can offer the quality andto grow on the strong foundation on consistent services that the industrywhich it was built. has come to rely on from them. DIA Grading 42 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2017 Laboratory International Diamond Grading Standards and Tanzanite grading based on the ICSL GradingSystem. Unbiased Diamond and Tanzanite Jewellery Appraisals. DIA keeps up to date with all the latest equipment, which helps assist in the grading process. Moving Soon! 5 Sturdee Avenue, Suite 209A, 2nd Floor, Rosebank, Johannesburg Tel: 011 334 5911 / Email: [email protected] Website: www.diagrading.co.za
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WE ALL KNOW THE POPULAR NAME… PROTEA DIAMONDS HAS OVER 50 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE IN THE DIAMOND AND JEWELLERY INDUSTRY.TOP Protea Diamonds was The company’s mission is to be “a © COPYRIGHT JEWELLERS’ NETWORK trend setting, niche leading diamondPROTEA DIAMONDS established in 1966; as broker in South Africa supplying the 44 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2017JOHANNESBURG STAFF an independent diamond international market”. merchant, sourcing stonesDRAGICA, ELAN, DENISE, from the Northern Cape The vision is, “To be competitive, priceMPHO, BENJAMIN, ANDIA, Province (principally wise, as we market our own jewelleryGEORGE, STUART, ZALMAN, the Wolmaranstad and range without any middle man.” ThisMOSHE, DONNA, BONGI, Kimberley areas). is carried forward throughout theANASTASIA, KATE, CLIVE, company by minimizing corporateANUSHA They purchased rough stones directly overheads and trading with their from the mines and polished a alliance partners.BOTTOM percentage in-house before selling both rough and polished diamonds Protea Diamonds Specialises in thePROTEA DIAMONDS into the local and international following:JOHANNESBURG STAFF markets. A Jewellery division was established in 1999 to expand the • Calibrated Polished Smalls NOUCHKA, SHALNER, existing business. from 0.005ct – 0.50ctCHANTAL, DARREN, MORIDA,KIRSTEN, NICOLE Protea Diamonds has a network of • Locally Certified Polished associated companies located in Stones in Various Shapes Israel, Australia, Belgium and the USA. from 0.30ct and Up Protea Diamonds (South Africa) is a primary supplier to these entities (all • 9ct Gold and Diamond named Protea Diamonds). Jewellery Although diamonds are the primary • 18ct Gold and Diamond trading products, other precious Jewellery gemstones such as the currently fashionable tanzanite are also • 9ct and 18ct Diamond and traded. Protea Diamonds services Semi-Precious Jewellery a niche in the local market, as well as their strategic alliance partners We currently have a GREAT Team in in Israel, Australia and Antwerp, our Johannesburg Branch as well as Belgium. our Cape-Town Branch and we Believe that going forward, Protea Diamonds will excel and expand to much greater heights!!! JHB: 011 484 7205 | CPT: 021 424 2002
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VSIT US AT © COPYRIGHT JEWELLERS’ NETWORKDurban based manufacturing jewellery specialising in Indian and fushion jewellery. 46 / JEWEL TRADER / SEPTEMBER 2017 Call us for all insurance replacement claims. Contact: Aroon Bhoora Tel: +27 31 301 3963 • Fax: +27 86 528 6516 • Cell: +27 83 777 6657 [email protected] • www.piyuvejewellers.co.za
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