International Jewellery Show sets new exhibitor record

07 Mar '07

3 min read

Four popular themed zones have returned: Treasures of Nature, dedicated to top-quality loose diamonds, precious stones and pearls; Le Salon Extraordinaire, featuring luxurious jewellery and quality watches; the Watch & Clock Pavilion, offering more than 50 watch and clock brands; and Designer Jewellery Galleria, presenting the latest branded jewellery and designer collections from more than 40 companies worldwide. In addition, Les Salons Privs provides privacy and convenience for those wishing to conduct business.

Marking its 24th edition this year, the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show has fashioned a strong international line-up, with 21 group displays. These include pavilions from Belgium, the Chinese mainland, Dubai, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey and the US, as well as pavilions for first-time participants Germany, Malaysia and Spain.

Special displays organised by the International Coloured Gemstone Association, the Japan Jewellery Association, the Japan Jewellery Designers Association, and the Platinum Guild International add to the show's international lustre.

Pearl auctions are being held by Paspaley and Robert Wan Tahiti, while Russia's largest diamond miner, Alrosa, hosts a rough diamond auction for invited buyers, a first for Hong Kong.

The winning pieces of the eighth Hong Kong Jewellery Design Competition and the sixth International South Sea Pearl Jewellery Design Competition are also on display. And there's more designer glamour and glitter in the show parades, which feature models wearing the latest jewellery and timepieces.

A series of topical seminars have been arranged on issues ranging from jewellery trends and market opportunities to occupational safety in the jewellery industry.

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