jewellery

UAE gold prices fall further on strong dollar

Dubai - Emiratesvoice

Gold prices in the UAE headed farther south on Thursday as the bullion continued to take a beating from a strong US dollar, thus providing more opportunities for jewellery fans to score some bargains. The price of 24-karat (24K) gold dipped to Dh145.75 per gram as of 4:15pm, cheaper by 1.25 fils per gram from Tuesday’s closing rate. Other jewelleryRead more

Jewels worth millions of euros stolen in Paris Ritz armed robbery

Paris - Emiratesvoice

Armed robbers made off with millions of euros worth of jewellery after smashing the windows of the world-famous Ritz hotel in Paris on Wednesday, police said, adding that three suspects had been detained. Two suspected thieves were still on the run, according to a police source.Read more

PSG coach Emery's house robbed

Paris - Emirates Voice

Paris Saint-Germain coach Unai Emery’s Paris apartment was burgled on Wednesday evening as his side won a cup tie away at Strasbourg. The robbery at the top floor flat of a chic Parisian street in the 16th arrondissement was discovered around 11pm by Emery’s wife. Emery himself got back from Strasbourg in the early hours of Thursday. Signed Neymar shirtsRead more

Diwali comes early for jewellery retailers

Abu Dhabi - Emirates Voice

Jewellery retailers in the UAE are optimistic that the recent drop in gold prices will spur their sales in the ongoing festive season. After a strong start in the second quarter, they are confident that the fast approaching Diwali, also known as festival of lights, will trigger a momentum in gold sales. Gold prices have declined almost five per centRead more

World's largest pure colorless diamond will be exhibited

Dubai - Wam

The Christie's Auction House and de Grisogono Jewellers will hold an exhibition and auction under the title "The Art of de Grisogono" in Dubai from 17th to 19th October, to showcase a selection of the finest diamonds in the world. The International Head of Jewellery at Christie's, Rahul Kadakia, said that the show will feature the largest D-color flawless diamondRead more

Youth jailed for 6 months over bid to murder man with swords

Abu Dhabi - Emirates Voice

A maid accused of stealing Dh1,000 cash, jewellery and clothes worth Dh9,000 from her Emirati sponsor's house has been sentenced to three months in jail by the Court of First Instance. The 33-year-old Indonesian maid, who is currently in detention, will be deported after serving her jail time. The complaint was registered at Al Rashidiyah Police Station. "On June 26,Read more

Bahraini painter uses art to engage community

Manama - Emirates Voice

For Bahraini artist Leena Al Ayoubi, the local culture and particular touches are an integral part of her artwork and her commitment to engaging the community. Women are the main subject of her paintings and she finds great pleasure in dressing them in traditional Bahraini clothes and enhancing their beauty with Bahraini jewellery. Leena who reinforced her artistic tendencies byRead more

Duo steal diamonds worth Dh500,000 in Dubai

Abu Dhabi - Emirates Voice

Two Indian men have been jailed by a Dubai court for stealing 16 diamond sets worth over Dh500,000 from a compatriot after claiming they wanted to show them to a potential buyer. The Dubai Court of Misdemaenours sentenced the defendants to six months in jail to be followed by deportation. One of the defendants was sentenced in absentia as heRead more

India tax hike could boost

Abu Dhabi - Emirates Voice

A hike in taxes on gold sales in India could stoke under-the-counter buying and drive up appetite for precious metal smuggled into the country, where millions of people store big chunks of their wealth in bullion and jewellery. As part of a new nationwide sales tax regime that kicked in on July 1, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) onRead more

Gift that matches the feel

Abu Dhabi - Emirates Voice

Ramadan is synonymous with simplicity and piety. And if you want your choice of accessories to match the mood of the holy month, check out Liali's new jewellery collection. Taking inspiration from the serenity of the holy month, Liali has launched a special collection of pendants, earrings and bracelets that are perfect for both daytime and evening wearing. The glitteringRead more