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• JMASA Chairperson Dave Newman puts the changing world in perspective • An inside view of MetCon’s Lockdown Jewellery Competition • How four local companies are coping during COVID-19

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13. NEWS

Advertising Sales Representative (Hong Kong): Maud Errera E-mail: maud@lni.com.hk

• SAJN June includes Standing in Solidarity section

Designer: Joanne Brook E-mail: joanne@isihkova.co.za

• Cape Watch Tools & Jewellery Supplies continues sharing daily tips

Copy Editor: Anne Phillips

• Young Diamantaires moving beyond infancy

Subscriptions & Accounts: Thuli Majola Tel: +27 (0)11 883-4627 Fax: +27 (0)11 783-2677 E-mail: thuli@isikhova.co.za

• Christie’s online jewellery auction sells out

• CIBJO makes all Blue Books available free of charge

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Website: www.isikhova.co.za The views expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the owners, the Jewellery Council of South Africa, the Diamond Dealers’ Club of South Africa, its members, the publisher or its agents. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of its contents, neither the owners, the Jewellery Council of South Africa, the Diamond Dealers’ Club of South Africa, the editor nor the publisher can be held responsible for any omissions or errors; or for any misfortune, injury or damages which may arise therefrom. The same applies to all advertising. SA Jewellery News© 2020. All rights reserved. No part of this magazine may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or any information storage retrieval system, without prior written permission from the publishers. ISSN 1817-5333.

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22. LETTER FROM JMASA CHAIRMAN DAVE NEWMAN 24. HOW FOUR LOCAL COMPANIES ARE COPING DURING COVID-19 If ever there was a time when flexibility and innovation were needed, this is it, as local businesses adapt to meet the extraordinary challenges of COVID-19’s impact on the jewellery industry

SA JEWELLERY NEWS – JUNE 2020

CONTENTS|SAJN

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66. GIA OFFERS ESSENTIALS ELEARNING COURSES AT NO CHARGE To help support its corporate clients, trade associations, alumni and gem and jewellery professionals worldwide, the Gemological Institute of America is waiving tuition fees for all three online GIA Essentials eLearning courses with starting dates before 29 June 2020

71. BASELWORLD 2021 SHOW CANCELLED The organiser of Baselworld has called off the next edition of the show, scheduled for January-February 2021, following dissent over timing and refunds

34. LOCAL DESIGNERS’ CREATIVITY IMPRESSES MetCon’s Lockdown Jewellery Competition gave jewellers, both amateur and professional, a creative and fun way to spend their time during lockdown

46. THE PERFORMANCE CATALYST Nigel Smith, a results catalyst, aims to help people and businesses achieve goals by equipping them to innovate, relate, sell, coach and lead

SA JEWELLERY NEWS – JUNE 2020

• JMASA Chairperson Dave Newman puts the changing world in perspective • An inside view of MetCon’s Lockdown Jewellery Competition • How four local companies are coping during COVID-19

On the cover Leading refinery MetCon launched its Lockdown Jewellery Competition to give jewellers, both amateur and professional, a creative and fun way to spend their time during the lockdown.

On the cover is Zadie Becker, who was announced the winner in the Professional category for her piece Flutter. “The goal was to provide lighthearted, distracting fun during these strange and stressful times,” says the refinery. “We were blown away by the amazing and creative entries.”

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MESSAGE FROM THE CEO|SAJN

Message from the CEO of the Jewellery Council of SA THE PAST 13 WEEKS HAVE BEEN

a complete value chain immediately.

a roller-coaster of emotion for the

A plea was made that all restric-

jewellery

industry,

dealing

with

anxiety, anticipation and despair.

The Jewellery Council of SA (JCSA) team has worked tirelessly to distrib-

tions for our industry be lifted with immediate effect and that failure to do so will cause it irreparable harm from which it will not recover.

ute legislation, provide guidelines and

The council’s alliance with the SA

assist with compliance not only for

Independent Tenants’ Association

in Workplaces, all businesses will be

members, but for the entire industry.

(SAITA) has proved to be a positive

required to adopt and implement oc-

In March, we made a submission

move to support members in their

cupational health and safety meas-

to Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, Minister

negotiations with their landlords.

ures to reduce and eliminate the es-

of Co-operative Governance & Tradi-

Dr Ivor Blumenthal at SAITA has

calation of infections in workplaces.

tional Affairs, to reconsider the risk

presented webinars to members on

As such, the council worked with

adjustment level of the jewellery in-

topics such as the interpretation of

Crayve Presentations to provide

dustry, stating that it was imperative

the regulations, online trading, UIF

guidelines and templates for employ-

for the entire value chain to operate

claims and labour relations, includ-

ers, as well as resource packs, poli-

in tandem in order to be sustainable

ing retrenchments and performance

cies, standard operating procedures,

and deliver on its mineral beneficia-

management.

checklists and print media packs.

tion mandate.

The industry has welcomed the

We are moving into a new chapter.

We motivated further that as the

announcement of lockdown Level

A positive one. Together we will get

jewellery industry has been identified

3, which will commence on 1 June

through this.

by government as a strategic industry

and will enable retail and wholesale

in the beneficiation pipeline of our

trade to commence trading. It is

mineral resources, it is crucial for its

one step closer to normality and an

survival that the level lockdown not

opportunity to earn a living.

be protracted, but that the jewellery

In terms of the COVID-19 Occu-

industry be permitted to function as

pational Health & Safety Measures

We are in this together!

Lorna Lloyd CEO

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CHRISTIE’S ONLINE JEWELLERY AUCTION SELLS OUT Christie’s garnered US$1,4 million

interviews with specialists to bet-

from its Jewels Online sale, selling

ter connect virtually with our au-

100% by value.

diences,” says Caroline Ervin, spe-

An emerald and diamond necklace

cialist for e-commerce jewels at

from Graff’s Icon collection was the

Christie’s Americas. “The extraor-

top lot, fetching US$52 500 against

dinary engagement is a testament

a high estimate of US$15 000, the

to our meaningful client relation-

auction house said. The piece contains

ships and digital initiatives, and

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weighing

the strong results are attributed to

a total of 2,99ct and 11 pear-

the thoughtful curation of the sale,

shaped, and nine round, emeralds.

which featured a wonderful selec-

A pair of emerald and diamond

tion of spring-inspired jewellery by

earrings from the same collection

celebrated designers.”

round

diamonds

brought in US$43 750, well above its

Other notable items included a

US$30 000 upper pre-sale valuation.

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their high estimates, with an “un-

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ers, Christie’s noted. Bidders from

jewel fetched US$35 000, exceeding

31 countries participated, a 99%

its high estimate of US$18 000.

increase in unique visitors compared

Jewellery by designer David Webb

with the same sale in 2019, and a

also proved popular, including a pair

46% rise compared with February’s

of diamond and multi-gem earrings

online sale.

and a gold necklace, both of which

“We worked collaboratively to

sold for US$35 000, more than four

enhance our digital educational

times their low estimates. Pieces by

offerings to include refreshed on-

Verdura and Tiffany also performed

line collecting guides, videos and

well, Christie’s noted. – Rapaport

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NEWS|SAJN

SAJN JUNE TO INCLUDE STANDING IN SOLIDARITY SECTION SAJN is again featuring its special

And if nothing else, we’re in this

“This wasn’t an easy decision for

Standing in Solidarity section in this

with you. Our hearts go out to all

us to make. However, as our coun-

issue. The publication first featured

who’ve been affected by the mas-

try has entered a lockdown, we had

the section in its May edition. “We

sive scale and human impact of the

no choice,” says Mohammed. “By

were overwhelmed by the industry’s

COVID-19 pandemic.

going digital, our dedicated readers

response and therefore decided to

“These are extremely challeng-

feature the section in our June edi-

ing and uncertain times and we’re

tion as well. We again invited those

deeply committed to you as we

“We’re preparing to distribute

members of the local jewellery com-

constructively rethink and reframe

SAJN digitally until the end of July

munity who have not yet done so

the way forward, to the mutual

and – like the rest of SA – will

to send us their logos,” says Imraan

benefit of all.”

wait and see how the situation

Mohammed, SAJN publisher.

will still be able to receive the publication and can read it at home.

For the second consecutive issue,

develops. For now, we’re just

“There’s no easy way to say it:

the publication will only be available

happy to still be able to bring our

life is overwhelming now. You feel

in electronic format as a result of

readers the latest industry news

it. We feel it. Everyone feels it.

the COVID-19 pandemic – for now.

and happenings.”

YOUNG DIAMANTAIRES MOVING BEYOND INFANCY The

Young

Diamantaires

(YD)

has specialist teams responsible for

their job in a concise biography,

group is planning to become a

technology, fundraising, public re-

helping Young Diamantaires find

more structured organisation, with

lations and strategy. Baron is also

potential vendors and clients from

regional chapters and an online

aiming to collaborate more with De

within the group.

networking platform for registered

Beers and the Diamond Producers’

“A lot of people really want this,”

members, its founder, Rami Baron,

Association to bolster some of the

Baron added. “There’s been a lot of

told Rapaport News.

community projects members are

discussion, with people saying: ‘I’d

working on.

love to do more business with Young

The initiative of the World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) has

“We’re now in the discussion

Diamantaires, but I don’t know what

expanded since it launched in 2016

stage of creating more formal struc-

everybody does.’ I get far more

as a small club that met at trade

tures, such as the basis on which

phone calls asking for contacts than

shows to discuss the sector’s future.

someone becomes a Young Diaman-

I can deal with.”

With close to 400 members, up from

taire,” Baron explained. “Initially,

The mutual support aspect of YD

around 250 six months ago, it is now

membership was on a more casual,

has gained importance during the

considering more specific member-

relaxed basis.”

COVID-19 crisis. Members use the

ship requirements and looking at

At present, being a YD member

group as a source of encourage-

ways of enabling young people in

essentially means being in one of

ment, benefiting from the commu-

the sector to interact more and do

the organisation’s various Whats-

nity of people in a similar situation,

business with each other.

App groups. This will change with

Baron said.

YD launched a website recently

the new website, which will even-

“It’s not as if one guy’s killing it

with information and articles about

tually have a members’ section, in-

and everyone else is asking: ‘What

the group and the industry, noted

cluding criteria for registering and

are we doing wrong?’ Everyone’s got

Baron. It recently set up a Middle

potentially a small fee, he added.

it tough,” Baron observed. “There’s

Eastern division, in addition to an

This restricted part of the platform

a lot of camaraderie and many peo-

existing European chapter, and now

will enable every member to explain

ple helping each other.” – Rapaport

SA JEWELLERY NEWS – JUNE 2020

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SAJN |NEWS

CIBJO MAKES ALL BLUE BOOKS AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE With the international jewellery and

and nomenclature for diamonds,

such by the courts in the European

gemstone industry grappling with the

coloured gemstones, pearls, coral,

Union, as well as various govern-

challenge of a worldwide economic

precious metals and gemmologi-

ments and regulatory bodies around

shutdown, instituted by governments

cal laboratories, as well as respon-

the world.

in response to the COVID-19 pan-

sible sourcing practices. With an

“Given the scale of the current

demic, CIBJO has announced that it

almost complete absence of jewel-

crisis, this is clearly a modest gesture,

will no longer be charging for down-

lery industry standards endorsed by

but one we’re keen to make,” says

loads of its Blue Book series of indus-

the International Standards Orga-

Gaetano Cavalieri, CIBJO President.

try standards and nomenclature.

nisation, they are the most widely

“Like so many other economic

The CIBJO Blue Books are de-

accepted set of rules and terminol-

sectors, the jewellery business is

finitive sets of grading standards

ogy, and have been recognised as

largely at a standstill. But that’s temporary and when the markets begin moving again, we believe progress will be supported by all members of our industry working in unison, with a common set of rules and practices. That’s what the Blue Books promote.”

The Blue Books are compiled and consistently updated – year in and year out – by the various CIBJO Commissions. Their standards represent a consensus derived from the broad expertise on the subject within the commissions, as well as from individuals outside the commissions who have expressed an interest in participating in the development of the guidelines.

The application of the Blue Books' standards is voluntary. However, it is recommended that these standards should apply to all persons, partnerships and corporations at all stages of the jewellery chain of distribution, from the initial sourcing of all industry products up to and including the creation of jewellery.

All seven Blue Books can be downloaded at no cost from a dedicated page on the CIBJO website, located at: www.cibjo.org/introduction-to-the-blue-books-2/.

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SAJN |JEWELLERY DESIGN

PlatAfrica to focus exclusively on men’s jewellery for the first time Hosted annually by Anglo American Platinum, in partnership with Platinum Guild International India (PGI India) and Metal Concentrators (MetCon), PlatAfrica is SA’s premier platinum jewellery design and manufacturing competition.

FOR THE FIRST TIME IN ITS MORE

Freed, Head of Market Development

than two-decade existence, local

at Anglo American Platinum.

jewellery design and manufacturing

PlatAfrica is open to students, ap-

competition PlatAfrica will focus ex-

prentices and professional jewellers

clusively on jewellery for men.

in South Africa. Students, appren-

The theme for this year’s competi-

tices and professional jewellers are

tion, which is presented annually by

invited to submit statement pieces

Anglo American Platinum in partner-

to be judged by an esteemed panel

ship with PGI India and MetCon, is

of local and international jewellery

Designed for Men of Platinum.

experts on a holistic range of crite-

Consumer research shows growing demand for men’s jewellery, but limited product offerings in this

ria, including interpretation of the brief and technical expertise.

A flagship market development

segment. “While we’ve seen entries over the years for men’s statement pieces, this is the first time the competition will focus exclusively on men’s jewellery. We believe this will give designers an exciting new challenge to create pieces for an emerging consumer segment with significant growth potential,” says Mark 18

SA JEWELLERY NEWS – JUNE 2020

STRAP|SAJN initiative, PlatAfrica was created to

between the ages of 20 and

promote innovation and technical

50; is their family’s chief wage-

expertise in platinum jewellery and

earner; and balances family and

design within the local jewellery in-

friends with their career, taking

dustry. Platinum is the rarest, purest

pride in every aspect of their life. “

and strongest jewellery metal and

This individual is on his own

requires greater craftsmanship to

journey to success. They weren't

work with than other precious met-

born with a silver spoon in their

als such as gold and silver. South Af-

mouth. Instead, they dig deep to

rica is the largest producer of plati-

create and achieve their goals

num in the world.

and successes.”

The metal required to produce

• The two categories of adjudication

each handcrafted piece is loaned to

are individual students/apprentices

each participant by Anglo American

and individual professionals.

Platinum. Students and apprentices

• Platinum must be core to the design;

may receive up to 20 grams of the

other materials may be incorporated.

precious metal and professional jew-

• Creativity, originality, interpreta-

ellers up to 100 grams.

The winners receive a cash prize, national media exposure and could be invited to participate in an all-expenses-paid design workshop at PGI

tion of the theme, delivery on the design expectations and technical excellence will be assessed.

• The deadline for metal requests is on or before 21 June 2020.

India to learn more about the design

• Entries close on 28 August 2020.

and manufacturing of platinum jew-

All pieces must be original designs

ellery in the world’s fastest-growing

and while they can incorporate

market for this product. Candidates

non-platinum metal materials, plati-

are also eligible to participate in the

num must be core to the design.

design sourcing process for the pres-

• Prize money in the professional

tigious PGI India brand, Evara.

category totals R95 000, R40 000 in the student/apprentice cat-

Competition details

egory and R15 000 for the Peo-

• Design and manufacture a single

ple’s Choice Award.

piece of jewellery that fits the De-

For more information, visit https://

signed for Men of Platinum theme.

www.angloamericanplatinum.com/

• The target customer falls in the

sustainability/platafrica/platafrica-

highly affluent income bracket; is

2020.

We believe this will give designers an exciting new challenge to create pieces for an emerging consumer segment with significant growth potential.

SA JEWELLERY NEWS – JUNE 2020

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SAJN |MANUFACTURING

JMASA Chairperson Dave Newman puts the changing world in perspective.

WE ARE LIVING IN INTERESTING times. Just a few months ago, we were carrying on as usual in every aspect of our lives, facing the usual business challenges, grappling with material prices, sales, staff issues, exchange rates, regulations, etc. We followed the routines that suited us and both we and the world were minding our own business.

The first signs of COVID-19 did not really cause too much alarm.

“The new normal” becomes the new manufacturing mantra

After all, we had seen swine flu, avian flu, ebola and a number of

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other viruses and diseases, all of

cumbed to the pressures caused by

ness as usual” are phrases which

which had eventually receded as

the lockdown.

have become obsolete overnight.

medical science found ways of con-

We are now looking at an eas-

What is needed now is a shift in

trolling – if not curing – them. But

ing of restrictions. There has already

mindset; a refocus of priorities. Our

the Coronavirus did not recede at all

been some relief and we are able to

industry has always been quite insu-

and we realised that we were in for

operate on a limited scale, albeit to

lar, with everybody to some extent

a rough ride – on a global scale.

a paralysed value chain. So there is

looking after their own interests.

The industry, our livelihoods and

at least some light at the end of the

This has got to change. “Unity is

those of our staff are in a very tenu-

tunnel. The question is: where do we

strength” has never been more ap-

ous position, to say the least. Many

go from here?

plicable. Everybody is in the same

businesses are struggling to stay

One thing has become increasing-

boat and only by sharing information

afloat and several have already suc-

ly clear: “back to normal” and “busi-

and ideas can the industry recover.

SA JEWELLERY NEWS – JUNE 2020

MANUFACTURING|SAJN The time for exclusionary policies and practices is over. We simply have to stick together.

Communication is paramount.

During the first third of this year,

alternatives. Everybody can benefit.

which offer regular updates and

Share ideas. Collaborate. Support

share important documents. Hats off

each other. Support South African

to the staff of the council for their

industry. Support local trade – it is

efforts in keeping us all informed.

our lifeline.

Our industry needs to reinvent

the upsurge in the use of com-

The Jewellery Council of SA

itself and adapt for the future.

munications technology has been

has been working tirelessly to help

We need to come back from this

phenomenal. People from all walks

the industry not just survive this

distressing period in a stronger state

of life and all industries have been

dreadful period, but overcome it

than ever before; we need to work

connecting with each other via any

and emerge with positive energy

on identifying strengths and using

number of platforms. Online meet-

and momentum.

them to address weaknesses. We

ings have become everyday events.

Regular communication informs

need to communicate so that we

Skype, Zoom, Google Meet and

members of the status quo regarding

can turn threats into opportunities

many others are being used con-

regulations governing our ability to

to grow and improve. We need to

tinually. Global communication has

manufacture and trade. The impend-

work as a collective. We can all come

never been easier.

ing Level 3 status of the lockdown

through this if we assist each other.

Webinars are a wonderful plat-

will permit greater manufacturing

form to share ideas, network and

capacity – a promising development.

brainstorm. Systems such as

Working together is the key. It has never been more important!

The council has made a

I wish you all a safe and positive

submission to govern-

time ahead and a prosperous way

social media have be-

ment for easing lock-

forward. We will see this through

come more important

down restrictions on

and come out stronger, looking to

for networking. Face-

the entire value chain

a new, revitalised industry. I salute

book groups are easy

in the industry. If this is

you all.

to form and people re-

successful, the industry

LinkedIn as well as other

spond well to this medium,

will be able to regroup and

so use it to your advantage. On-

begin operating.

line marketing has become a crucial tool for reaching customers.

Since collaboration and networkCOVID-19 and its economic impact,

Revolution (4IR) – a much-bandied-

using the council as a conduit for

about term in recent times –

ideas, brainstorming, networking

represents a fundamental factor

and shared experiences makes a lot

in the way we work, live and

of sense. Keep in contact!

interact with one another. The advances

Dave Newman Chairperson: JMASA

ing are vital in recovering from both

Interestingly, the Fourth Industrial

technological

Be well!

of

Watch out for JMASA e-mails,

the

past few years have ushered in a new chapter of human history and development, much as the previous three industrial revolutions altered the way we function. The onset of 4IR is no coincidence. Embrace the concept of utilising technology and transforming the way we live and do business. Think about reskilling and

SA JEWELLERY NEWS – JUNE 2020

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SAJN |BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

How four local companies are coping during COVID-19 If ever there was a time when flexibility and innovation were needed, this is it, as local businesses adapt to meet the extraordinary challenges of COVID-19’s impact on the jewellery industry and the world. SA Jewellery News (SAJN) talked to Johan Bezuidenhout of Richline SA, Sharon Eades of Cape Precious Metals (CPM), Colin Campbell of Ekurhuleni Jewellery Project (EJP) and Alexa-Rae Sebba of Silk Route Gold.

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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT|SAJN quickly and started enjoying being together as a family and planning things to keep us busy and getting closer to God again.”

Covid-19 affected businesses materially around the world. All opera-

Richline SA: Johan Bezuidenhout It was during re-opening in January 2020 that Bezuidenhout first heard about the Coronavirus. While it did not initially bother him, he took more notice when American President Donald Trump made the decision to close his country’s borders for international travel.

Bezuidenhout then real-

tions came to a standstill, sending

“You can’t rely on the ‘clever’ giants.

employees home. Customers can-

You can’t rely on historical data. You

celled orders and early gains were

have to relook at the way you’ll do

completely eroded. “Everyone’s in

business in future, taking a pragmatic

the process of drafting amended

approach and re-establishing your

forecasts, etc without any historical

objectives,” he says.

data to rely on,” says Bezuidenhout.

“It’s going to be very tough on business in general. We’ve already drafted revised budgets and forecasts that are currently being reviewed.”

He’s noted how much more personal business has become. “Knowing that we’re all in this together, people have more compassion and listen more than they did before. Being called

ised that the virus would

after hours is no longer

soon impact SA as well.

a problem because the

“It was a roller-coaster of emotions seeing the whole world come to a standstill and nobody able to do anything about it. It suddenly no longer mattered whether you were educated or uneducated, rich or poor – we were all equally vulnerable,” he recalls. “The first week or so of the lockdown was very stressful, not knowing whether we’d get sick, but afterwards we adapted quite

message may benefit you

CPM: Sharon Eades

in a big way.”

COVID-19 first appeared on Eades’

Bezuidenhout has also

radar as a serious issue for her com-

noticed how much more creative

pany when she became aware that

companies and individuals have be-

it would not involve a three-week

come in identifying new opportuni-

closure, but would be with us for

ties presented by COVID-19.

a long time to come. “I would say

He believes businesses should still

the first week of the lockdown was

be very conservative in drafting new

when reality hit home,” she recalls.

plans. “This year won’t see recover-

Eades lives on a smallholding and

ies or growth. Rather do your best

has tenants and staff

and be aggressive in curbing expenses and potential losses. Look beyond 2020 and draft forecasts for 2021 in terms of regrowth and getting back to normal,” he advises.

What is the biggest lesson he has learnt over the past few weeks?

SA JEWELLERY NEWS – JUNE 2020

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SAJN |BUSINESS MANAGEMENT to communicate with, as well as many projects and chores to do on the property. “We’ve kept very busy and positive. However, the worry of the staff responsibility is immense,” she says.

Five weeks of no business was certainly a huge blow for CPM. “However, we survived it. We started a chat group with the full staff complement and kept communicating with each other, sending information, motivational texts and the odd joke. Many of us were able to work

What is the biggest lesson Eades

from home and utilised our time ad-

has learnt over the past few weeks?

dressing projects. Mostly, I think it

“We can’t predict what lies ahead of

gave us time to reflect on the reality

us. Take every day as it comes and do

of life and all we take for granted,

your best. Support others and count

as well as how blessed we are to be

your blessings.”

employed and have homes. Many others aren’t that fortunate.”

CPM is currently working at 50% capacity and has taken measures to ensure continuity of business and the safety of its staff. The company has also shortened its hours. “We’ve

EJP: Colin Campbell

focused on what we can achieve

Early to mid-March was when Camp-

and have put plans of action in

bell first realised that COVID-19 could

place do so.”

become a serious issue for EJP. “That was when we became aware that this wasn’t going to blow over,” he recalls. “As we have over 18 emerging jeweller-based businesses on our books, we became concerned about how they’d adapt and what the market would be like later in the year.”

As a jewellery incubator, EJP has seen some of its incubatees use this period as an opportunity. It expects them to survive. “I worry more about the new entrants who were only surviving through the normally quiet months of January and February and then had this crisis placed on them,” he says.

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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT|SAJN EJP is currently thinking outside

what’s changed in business-as-usual,

the box and is seeking new opportu-

both permanently and temporarily

nities. The company has a saying at

with customers, suppliers and, more

its offices: “We kiss frogs.” It will not

importantly, competitors. Based on

be business as usual for some time

these changes, we’ve had to look at

to come, predicts Campbell.

our strengths, weaknesses, oppor-

To communicate with its team,

tunities and threats. Re-evaluating

business partners and suppliers,

these key aspects has allowed us

EJP has been making use of Zoom

to shift our focus to ensure we get

meetings. “We’ve also been us-

business up and running as quickly

ing it to talk to our sponsors, Rand

as possible.”

Refinery and Seda. This has made

Communication has been very im-

our interactions a lot more real and

portant for Silk Route Gold during

personal. I feel it’s extremely impor-

Silk Route Gold: Alexa-Rae Sebba

these times. “Access to conference-

tant to keep in contact with peo-

The eight weeks since the start of

calling and messaging apps has as-

the lockdown have been a

sisted in working through these

time of confusion, anxi-

changes, but good, old-fashioned

of us from feeling as

ety, self-reflection and

e-mails still play their part,” she says.

if we’re on our own.”

definitely growth for

Being able to anticipate or quickly

Campbell has seen

Sebba. “The Level 5

respond to the needs of people re-

businesses, including

lockdown meant that

garding cleaning products, masks,

ple through these kinds of mediums. It prevents all

EJP, make very smart adaptations,

such

as

alternative use of hi-tech equip-

jewellery

manufac-

sanitisers, etc has been the best adap-

turers/minters

couldn’t

tation Sebba’s seen businesses make

trade at all. Obviously, as

so far. “Prioritising staff safety and

ment. “We’d always found uses for

with many businesses, this lack of

our CO2 laser, but now it’s leading

trading brings huge concerns for cash

For Sebba, Charles Darwin’s words

our way forward from cutting mate-

flow and a need to look after our

ring very true: “It is not the strong-

rial for face masks to cutting wood

staff and ensure their well-being. It

est of the species that survive nor

and Perspex for PPE screens.”

also means there’s a lack of hands on

the most intelligent, but the most

the floor, when needed,” she says.

responsive to change.”

What is the biggest lesson Camp-

communication has been essential.”

bell has learnt over the past few

In times of change, businesses

What is the biggest lesson Sebba

weeks? “Adapt or die. It’s by talking

that can adapt and be resilient will

has learnt over the past few weeks?

to people in a work environment,

survive, believes Sebba. “It’s impera-

“Nothing is certain in life. You have

a family environment and on social

tive to reconfigure your business plan

to prepare for the unforeseeable and

media that you see a way forward,”

to adapt to the changes we’re all re-

be able to adapt to whatever life

he says.

quired to face. We’ve had to assess

throws at you.”

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on strategic planning into corporate

effective education of new company

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culture, addressing any potential

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skills gaps through targeted de-

rection, ensuring past mistakes are

celebrated their 26th anniversary, a

velopment programmes, or noting

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Managing Director Sharon Eades, 28

there is an open path for promotion

to employee engagement and job

people have been with the company

or management consideration and

satisfaction. They are appreciated for

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that the work they do can make a

their vast expertise and enjoy their

at CPM, long-term employees have

difference on a company-wide scale.

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their years of experience have helped

tionships are built, and effort is put

The benefits of this approach

them cultivate a sixth sense that is

into improving group performance

don’t end at the internal stability and

crucial for innovation and growth.

and lifting each other up. They feel

resilience that CPM has enjoyed in

With a focus on internal training,

competent and personally invested in

this volatile economic climate, but

CPM continually evaluates and ac-

the company’s success, taking owner-

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knowledges existing talent and con-

ship and pride in their work.

loyal and passionate service, deliv-

verse Cape Precious Metals family.

Apart

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future

from

founder

siders individual personalities and

CPM veteran employees have

ered timeously through the efficien-

aptitudes when investing in the ca-

become masters in their fields, yet

cy that results from this stable and

reer development of the workforce.

stay sufficiently motivated and chal-

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CPM’s stalwart stars are spread across all levels of the organisation,

11. Reneé Sangerhaus (Eastern Cape Manager): 15+ years

from housekeeping to executives.

12. Brent Knipe (Sales): 15+ years

All 10 managers have been with the

13. Glenda Jacobs (Manager):

company for a decade or more, reflecting Sharon’s sentiment that once you understand this industry, you’re here to stay! The full list of long-term team members at June 2020 equals close on half of their staff contingent.

1. Sharon Eades (Director): 26 years 2. Carminda Mxunyelwa (Housekeeping): 24+ years 3. Charmaine Rossouw (Sales Executive): 23 years 4. Malcolm Jenner (KZN/Gauteng, Regional Manager): 10 years & 13+ years.

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almost 15 years 14. André Gerber (Smelter): 14+ years 15. Rozane Stander (Debtors Clerk): 14+ years 16. Georgia Walters (Team Leader): 14+ years 17. Bridgette Makatesi (Refinery): 13+ years 18. Patrick Dayimani (Maintenance): 13+ years 19. Nelson Mthabathi (Refinery): 13 years 20. Melody Mxunyelwa (Internal Sales): 12+ years

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SAJN |JEWELLERY DESIGN

MetCon launched its Lockdown Jewellery Competition to give jewellers, both amateur and professional, a creative and fun way to spend their time during the lockdown.

Local designers’ creativity impresses 34

SA JEWELLERY NEWS – JUNE 2020

JEWELLERY DESIGN|SAJN LEADING REFINERY METAL CON-

tain their shape, which is why I used

centrators (MetCon) has announced

the aluminium of soft drink cans. I

the winners of its Lockdown Jewel-

used the rims of the cans to create

lery Competition. Zadie Becker was

the hoops and the body of the cans

announced the winner in the Profes-

for the butterfly’s shape. I used mul-

sional category for her piece Flutter,

tiple layers to create a three-dimen-

while Jeffrey Groenewald was an-

sional effect in an attempt to cap-

nounced the winner in the Student

ture the perspective and fluttering

category for his piece Home Grown.

movement of the butterfly. I stuck

During the national lockdown,

the layers together by means of su-

Becker spent time in the garden

perglue. Once it had dried, I shaped

and was captivated by the grace

the wings and finally painted the

of God’s creations, particularly the

earrings using acrylic paint. Alumin-

butterfly. “The wing patterns and

ium is light, making it perfectly suit-

colour combinations of a butterfly

able for earrings.”

are mesmerising and I was particu-

Groenewald also found inspira-

larly fascinated by its movement,”

tion in his garden. “Presented with

she says. “I decided to search for

the challenge of making a creative

materials in my house that could

piece of jewellery from whatever I

easily be manipulated, yet would re-

had available at home, the thought came to me to use only items from

'It was a great challenge and the inspiration for further home-grown pieces to come.' – Jeffrey Groenewald, Student category winner

SA JEWELLERY NEWS – JUNE 2020

our vegetable garden,” he explains.

“Being effectively unable to work during the lockdown, I spent most of my time there and while planting, pruning and repairing fencing and trellises, I found the materials for my piece: a fragment of Delft ceramics which was buried in the soil, old wood from our rosemary bush, green twine from the fencing and

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SAJN |JEWELLERY DESIGN

Karlien du Plessis,

copper wire, which I often use for

The judges were Esther Boshoff of

binding. Making the triangular frag-

Beaudell Jewellery, Karlien du Plessis

Karlien Designs

ment of ceramic the centrepiece, I

of Karlien Designs and Isabel Pfaff of

Du Plessis is a manufacturing jewel-

let the design evolve around it as I

Isabel Jewellery Design Studio.

ler based in Pretoria, Gauteng and

worked. I intended the finished piece

has been working in various spheres

to be bold and attractive, but also

About the MetCon Lockdown

of the industry for the past 20 years.

functional and a little rough – just

Jewellery judges:

Having been involved in manufactur-

like the garden it came from.”

ing, retail, diamond sales and a few Esther Boshoff,

other pursuits, in 2009 she opened

lery Competition over the first five

Beaudell Jewellery

Karlien Designs, which has since

weeks of confinement and invited

After completing her jewellery de-

gone from strength to strength.

professional jewellers and jewellery

sign and manufacturing studies at

students to create homemade jewel-

the Tshwane University of Technol-

Isabel Pfaff,

lery out of the various bits and bobs

ogy, Boshoff started Beaudell Jew-

Isabel Jewellery Design Studio

they found lying around their houses

ellery as a studio for custom en-

Pfaff grew up on a farm in Malelane,

and gardens, and to submit photos

gagement rings in 2010. She won

Mpumalanga. After obtaining her BA

of their creations.

the PlatAfrica Professional Design

in fine arts (jewellery design) in 1998,

“The goal was to provide light-

Award in 2019 with a neckpiece

she gained extensive and dynamic in-

hearted, distracting fun during these

named Love in Full Bloom and was

dustry experience. Since 1991, she

strange and stressful times,” says the

one of the jewellers who won the

has been working from her own

refinery. “We were blown away by

MetCon Six Rings competition at

studio in Kuils River in the Western

the amazing entries.”

Jewellex Africa 2019.

Cape, crafting beautiful creations.

MetCon ran the Lockdown Jewel-

'Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to focus on something creative and constructive, for distracting us from our daily challenges and for showing us how resourceful we can be.'

– Zadie Becker, Professional category winner 36

SA JEWELLERY NEWS – JUNE 2020

JEWELLERY DESIGN|SAJN

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SAJN |IN DEPTH

An inside view of M Lockdown Jewellery Co

I WAS BROUGHT ON BOARD TO

help create content for MetCon’s social media towards of

the

2019.

end Before

that, I would not have been able to offer you a shred of information about South African jewellery. In the time since, I have learnt a little more about an industry inextricably entwined with one of the most gov-

Kyle McIntyre from Redbeerd, the design team behind MetCon’s Lockdown Jewellery Competition, shares his observations of the industry, the competition entrants and MetCon during this difficult time.

erned and controlled categories of

with it. Thus the MetCon Lockdown

commodities in SA (and the world,

Jewellery Competition was born.

for that matter): precious metals.

Redbeerd (MetCon’s design team

Battling boredom and

and the company I represent) was

MetCon’s generosity

given the challenge of producing

The competition was always primarily

material that embodied the spirit

routed in simple, creative fun. The

of the COVID-19 lockdown, the

idea was to help jewellers fend

pandemic and everything that came

off boredom and possibly subdue concerns about the industry’s future.

The task set to the jewellers was simple – create original jewellery out of bits and bobs they were able to find around the properties where they were spending the lockdown.

There would be two categories: professional jewellers and jewellery students.

As the idea was distributed to all of us, it naturally evolved and MetCon quickly offered to sponsor food parcels for the Mooiplaats community through the SMILE initiative.

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IN DEPTH|SAJN

MetCon’s ompetition A focal point for South African jewellers Managing the entries and being directly involved with all communication regarding the competition, I saw how this event became a focal point for South African jewellers. And as someone still learning about the industry, I knew I would gain new insights from a unique vantage point.

Receiving entries The response was immediately positive from the jewellers, all tagging

before expressing how happy they

The entries

each other and their friends in the

were that it was enabling the supply

I am no jeweller or any sort of crafts-

posts we put out. The entries them-

of food parcels to those in need.

man, but I was blown away by the

selves took a while to come through

I was deeply impressed by the

creativity of all the entries. The more

– understandably so, as it takes time

calibre of people who were entering:

they came in, the sadder I became

to create something beautiful. But

their clear and tangible respect for

that this was a competition and there

when they did come in, I got a good

their craft and their indelible, creative

would have to be “losers”, when

feel for who these jewellers were

spirit that far surpassed any egotisti-

none of the entries deserved any-

from the way they responded to

cal notion of “winning” something.

thing less than being called winners.

me as I communicated with each of

These were people who loved

And it was not just the brilliant

what they did and were delighted

pieces I saw that impacted me: it was

I was taken aback by a few things,

to keep doing it in an original, fun,

their stories. Some simply grabbed

but in the most wonderful way.

and creative way during a time of

my heart. Two, in particular, stood

Almost every jeweller conveyed

struggle and uncertainty. These were

out for me: Chanique Barnard, who

their gratitude for the competition

true South African artisans.

produced exquisite feather earrings,

them via e-mail.

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SAJN |IN DEPTH moved me with her story of how her

pieces, one of which was made out

me every morning on my com-

father is her inspiration, along with

of balloon rubber and was abso-

puter screen. I had been given a

the tumbling pigeons he keeps as a

lutely wonderful! I was rather sad at

privileged view into an industry at

hobby, and Andreas Salver, who ac-

having to tell Yasmeen that Sabeeha

odds with the resources it needs to

knowledged the difficult economic

was ineligible for entry, but she said

thrive, in a turbulent sphere filled

times we will inevitably face with

she would explain it to her daughter

with bureaucratic obstacles, made

his focus on those less fortunate. He

easily enough.

even more dismal by a dangerous

pointed to the ease with which some-

pandemic. Yet it was undeterred by

one could make and sell his design

all these factors.

and, in so doing, put a little more in

It is an industry which, against all

their pocket and on their plate.

odds, retains its invaluable spirit of

The winners were exceptional.

creativity along with all the virtue’s

Zadie Becker created butterflies from

trappings. At no point did I perceive

cans which looked so real that I al-

any malice or resentment for the

most e-mailed her asking her not to

situation in which the jewellers found

kill any more of them! Jeffrey Groe-

themselves. There was only hope for

newald created the kind of elegance,

things to get better and an attitude

inspired by his veggie patch, that I

of resilience born of true respect for

expected to see accompanied by a

their craft.

hefty price tag.

I was also sad that we could not do more for the industry during this

The judges

trying period. I can only hope that

Three of the winners from the Six

I simply had to share this with

the competition produced a few

Rings competition were to adjudicate

Charlotte Crosse from MetCon and,

more smiles and inspired a little more

the entries. They turned out to be

being the classy lady she is, she re-

hope than existed before it.

Esther Boshoff, Karlien du Plessis and

sponded promptly to Yasmeen and

I wish to thank the MetCon team

Isabel Pfaff. All of them considered

Sabeeha, offering words of encour-

for endorsing the competition from

every entry with sensitivity, sincere

agement and thanks. We shared Sa-

the beginning, taking on the cost,

care and rigour.

beeha’s entries, as well as her “thank

sponsoring food parcels and simply

you” card to Charlotte, on The Jew-

being the wonderful company it is.

ellers’ Story Facebook page.

Many businesses would not have

A delightful young jeweller Before the competition ended, I re-

taken on such a project at the best of

ceived an entry from Yasmeen, a

After it all

times, let alone during this one, but

mother who was e-mailing on be-

When the competition ended, I

Charlotte Crosse and the MetCon

half of her eight-year-old daughter

was sad that its powerful creativ-

team showed not just their metal,

Sabeeha. The girl had created a few

ity would no longer be reaching

but their mettle. I salute them!

It is an industry which, against all odds, retains its invaluable spirit of creativity along with all the virtue’s trappings. At no point did I perceive any malice or resentment for the situation in which the jewellers found themselves. There was only hope for things to get better and an attitude of resilience born of true respect for their craft.

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SAJN |THE PERFORMANCE CATALYST

Nigel Smith, a results catalyst, aims to help people and businesses achieve goals by equipping them to innovate, relate, sell, coach and lead.

(ie, you know for sure that if you do X, you will get Y). When you look at any situation in the Obvious domain, your approach is to sense-categorise-respond. You sense what it is and what needs to happen. Then you categorise it, then you respond.

In the Obvious domain you can really

DECISION-MAKING

copy best practices. Questions you

in this time of cha-

can use with your team in this do-

os

complex-

main are: “What are the things we

ity takes on a whole

know for sure?” and “What can we

new perspective, as

delegate with confidence?”

and

you well know. So the best way I

The second domain is the Com-

can serve you in this month’s arti-

plicated domain, where expertise is

cle is by sharing some insights from

valuable and a certain level of think-

my friend and colleague, Dr Shawn

ing is required to work out the best

Cunningham, who recently hosted a

order in which to do things. This is

webinar on the Cynefin Framework,

where an expert can look at what

facilitating key concepts for making

you are doing and say: “You missed

sense of where you are – “a sense

something here.” The Complicat-

of place” – in order to make the best

ed domain has known unknowns,

decisions as you navigate your busi-

where there are a range of answers

ness through this pandemic.

that experts can help you discern

Cynefin is a sense-making model

and choose from. As businesses,

developed by DJ Snowden and ME

what we must

Boone in November 2007 in an ar-

do in this do-

ticle entitled “A Leader’s Framework

main is sense-

for Decision-Making”, which ap-

analyse-respond: sense where there

it and then respond with appropri-

peared in the Harvard Business Re-

is a problem or an opportunity, do

ate action. This is the domain where

view (HBR). It’s since become one of

some form of analysis to understand

having good data is very valuable

Making some sense

the five most-cited HBR articles ever.

The logic is that when you are under attack, you make decisions very differently from when you are sitting outside under a clear blue sky contemplating your future. You therefore need to know where you are so that you can make better decisions.

According to the Cynefin Framework, there are five different domains which aid in decision-making.

The first is the Obvious domain, where things are clear and simple.

This is the domain of known knowns

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and where good practice works:

While fighting fires and repurposing your company, new ways of doing and delivering business will emerge and become the accepted practices of the future.

where you can take something that works well in one place and, after some adaptation, make it work in your own situation. Questions you can use with your team in the Complicated domain are: “What are the things we can figure out by asking the right questions?”, “What are the things where the sequence is critical?”, “What are the areas where we know which resources are needed?” and “How can we use data to improve performance?”

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are: “Where do we have to act de-

the Complex domain, your rule of

cisively to stop the bleeding?” and

thumb is to probe-sense-respond:

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try some things, sense and listen

from this?”

to see whether you are getting any

Finally, there is the Disordered/

change and then respond by typi-

Confused domain. You can be in

cally adding more resources so that

disorder because of two things:

any ideas which seem more viable

the first is ignorance, where things

can get you more resources. In this

which should have been addressed

domain, you have to pay attention

were overlooked, possibly because

to emergent practice, new ways

you were overwhelmed by other

of doing things emanating from a

factors, or simply not paying enough

complex situation like the current

attention, or made a bad business

COVID-19 pandemic. Questions you

decision because you took an un-

can use with your team in this do-

informed risk. The second cause is

main are: “Where are the patterns

that you put in great systems, but

shifting?”, “What are the things we

they are no longer helping you and

can only understand by trying many

you are genuinely perplexed about

small (safe to fail) experiments to

how to act. To get out of the Dis-

detect small changes?” and “What

ordered domain, you need to get

naïve, contradictory or counter-in-

your team together (including those

tuitive ideas appear to work?”

who strongly agree and those who

The fourth domain is the Cha-

strongly disagree with you) to re-

otic domain. This is also a domain

prioritise. A question you can use

of unknown unknowns, where

with your team in this domain is:

se out of it all

there are simply no right answers.

“Where are our own contradictions

Here there is no time for analysis.

leading to inconsistency, conflict or

In the Chaotic domain, you need to

incoherence?”

The third domain is the Com-

take immediate action to prevent a

A last question to ask is: “What

plex domain. Here you are dealing

situation from getting even worse.

assumptions are we possibly making,

with uncertainty, where you are

While you do not necessarily make

based on past systems/rules, which

the best decisions, you neverthe-

are leading us into big trouble? For

less make them fast. The

example, are we assuming that when

be stable or predict-

rule of thumb here is

this pandemic is over, everything will

able yesterday have

to act-sense-respond.

return to the way it used to be?” As

changed; the under-

In the Chaotic domain,

businesses, we must confront our

lying

not sure what leads to what.

Things that appeared to

causes

have

you need to pay atten-

assumptions, which in turn could

You

need

tion to novel practice.

lead us to innovation and triumph.

to be very careful

While fighting fires

shifted.

not to solve complex

and

your

with the Cynefin Framework, but

company, new ways of doing

I hope I have conveyed some of its

and delivering business will emerge

concepts. For more information and

In the Complex domain, you have

and become the accepted practices

tools you can use to make decisions

unknown unknowns: there are no

of the future. Questions you can

under conditions of uncertainty, visit:

right answers. Cause and effect

use with your team in this domain

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Written by Dr PetrĂŠ Prins, Gems and Jewellery: The South African Handbook is an introduction to gemstones, jewellery and store management.

The following is an extract from Gems and Jewellery: The South African Handbook

After two years' post-graduate research at Cambridge University, UK, and 10 years as senior lecturer in geochemistry and mineralogy at the University of Stellenbosch, South Africa, Dr Prins, in 1982, started Prins & Prins Diamonds, a leading supplier of diamonds, gemstones and fine jewellery in Cape Town.

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ISSUE 9 SELECTING OR DESIGNING THE RIGHT STYLE FOR YOUR CUSTOMER

Customers often need advice on the type of jewellery that will complement the shape of either their hand, neck or face or what colour of gold or pearls looks best with their particular skin tone.Your selling process will be much easier if you can offer the correct advice.

OPTICAL ILLUSIONS As a jeweller, you should know that optical illusions play a major role in designing and that the “total picture” of a hand with rings or bangles must be pleasing (beautiful) to the eye.

Also, that there exist a few basic face, hand and neck types and that the oval face type is the most pleasing to the eye.

Square in box looks larger than one on left. Square on right looks flattened, while square on left looks higher.

The above principles should also be applied when designing or selecting jewellery for a specific type of face, neck or hand.

The following sketches are self-explanatory.

FACE TYPES

Accessories on the face should thus render the illusion of an oval form. Fingers or wrists that are either too short or long will look more “normal” if the correct jewellery is chosen.

Optical illusions are best explained by the sketches below.

Oval (ideal)

Round

Elongated

Lower bar looks shorter than one above

Line below looks longer than one above

Thick bezel settings make the diamond look bigger

Square

Triangular

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Triangular face

IS JEWELLERY MAKING YOUR CUSTOMER SICK? Some people experience redness, blistering or dry and itchy patches on their skin after wearing certain pieces of jewellery.

This condition can be of two types.

A thin, elongated ring on a broad hand will force the eye to move along the finger, making the finger look longer. Thin hands look “shorter” with broad rings.

Square face

The one is known as contact dermatitis, which occurs when the wearer lets soap, lotions, detergents and dirt build up on jewellery or when water and lotion get trapped beneath a ring that fits too tightly. Such cases can usually be cured by washing jewellery frequently and keeping affected areas of the skin free of excess cosmetics and lotions, or by having their ring sized properly.

The other, a more serious type of skin condition, is known as nickel dermatitis. In this case, the wearer is allergic to nickel, which is a common component in some alloys of white gold, in yellow gold of less than 14k and in costume jewellery. It is advisable to consult a dermatologist to ensure that nickel is indeed the culprit.

A solution to the problem is to wear jewellery that is nickelfree. Alternatively, the underside of the nickel-rich item can be plated with rhodium, pure yellow gold or, less expensively, by a layer of clear nail polish.

MATCHING GOLD WITH SKIN COLOUR GOLD JEWELLERY - white, green, purple, red or yellow?

Round face

Elongated face

The traditional colour of gold jewellery is yellow and in cultures where gold has religious meaning, no other colour but yellow is acceptable. Fashion in the ‘90s and thereafter demanded a “white” look and platinum and white gold jewellery became popular.The dramatic decrease in the price of platinum in 2008 allowed more consumers than before to choose platinum jewellery. If the price of platinum remains low, the “white” trend in jewellery may continue for many more years.

However, fashion changes and yellow gold may yet regain its erstwhile popularity. Yellow gold alloys are available in a variety of colours, from intense dark yellow to a paler yellow, or yellow with a greenish or reddish tint. Even red, pink or black gold

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alloys are available. The skin tone of the wearer will indicate which gold colour to be worn. For instance, a pinkish skin will not look good with red or intense yellow colours, while dark or tanned skins are complemented by the warm colour of

an intense yellow gold. Even white gold can have different shades of white, depending on the alloy, its surface texture and whether it has been plated with rhodium. Greyish gold colours often look good with reddish or yellowish skins.

CORRECT FINGER SIZING

A SMALL ISSUE CAUSING BIG PROBLEMS It may happen that when a ring is resized, a highly upset client is back the next day complaining: “I lost my diamond!” Your first prize is not to have to resize a ring. However, requests for the resizing of rings occur regularly. A jeweller will save himself much trouble and expense if the correct size is taken initially and a proper quality check is done after the ring was resized.

WHY DO RINGS NEED RESIZING ? i)

An incorrect finger size was measured initially. It may have been a very hot day, your client may have been walking for some time, or just came off an overseas flight - all reasons for a swollen hand. Keep a swollen hand in ice or under cold running water before taking the finger size.

ii) Clients pick up weight or their knuckles enlarge with time. iii)

stone rattles inside an insecure setting. Touch a small stone with a steel tweezer. If it moves, it is loose.

• The enlargement of a ring containing more than one

stone may result in the stones being pushed against each

other, causing damage to their girdles.

• Resizing often results in soldering lines which may

discolour or become visible with future polishing.

Your goldsmith made a wide band according to the size you supplied him. Problem is, you took the finger size using a narrow sizing band and did not tell him that. A wide band grips flesh more tightly or goes over a knuckle with more difficulty than a narrow band. If a goldsmith knows that a narrow sizing band was used, it is his responsibility to adjust the size of a wider band accordingly. Make sure that you and your goldsmith use the same type of size stick and ask him how he prefers you to indicate the finger size.

iv) The purchaser did not know the finger size and/or

needed the ring in a hurry.

METHODS OF RESIZING If a ring needs to be enlarged by a few sizes only, it can normally be stretched easily with special tools and techniques.

Enlargement by more than two sizes requires the soldering in of extra metal. Equally time-consuming is to make a ring smaller.

It also requires soldering, polishing and often rhodium plating.

DIFFERENT RING SIZE NOTATIONS

RISKS OF RESIZING

WHAT TO DO WHEN A FINGER SIZE CANNOT BE MEASURED

• When a ring is made smaller, claws and tube settings

normally “open up” and stones become loose. Shake the

ring close to your ear and you will hear how a largish

The major consumer countries use different systems to describe finger sizes. A comparison of these systems is essential for Internet trading and when dealing with foreigners.

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• Advise him to play with a ring of hers and to remember

over which of his knuckles it goes perfectly. You can then

size his knuckle.

• He can measure with a caliper or even a tape measure,

accurately to half a millimetre, the inside diameter of her

old ring.

Please note: •

Drawing a circle on the inside of an existing ring gives a poor indication of the ring’s actual size.

•

Copy and cut out a finger size template for your client to use at home.

• She can always ask another jeweller to measure her

finger size.

GEMSTONES FOR BIRTHDAYS AND WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES Birthdays and wedding anniversaries offer great opportunities for the sale of gemstones. The jeweller should always have a selection of birthstone rings or loose gemstones available which he can suggest as an ideal gift for these occasions.

THE LORE OF BIRTHSTONES The idea of associating a specific gem with each month probably originates from the breastplate worn by Aaron, High Priest of the Jews. As described in Exodus, his brother, Moses, made the breastplate in about 1250BC, according to instructions received during his 40 days on Mount Sinai.

The breastplate contained 12 gemstones representing the 12 tribes. Almost the same 12 gems are recorded in Revelations,

the last book of the New Testament. Subsequently, these gems were linked to the 12 signs of the zodiac. Over the ages, the original list of gemstones has changed due to difficulties in translation, changing values and even the discovery of new gems. Each of the current gems represents a calendar month, whereas the zodiac signs cover a period spanning two months. A birthstone list is presented in Part III, Table 5.

WEDDING ANNIVERSARY GEMSTONES AND GIFTS It has been a tradition for many decades that husbands give their wives a gift on the anniversary of their wedding day. Only recently have wedding anniversary gift lists, one for gemstones and another for “everyday items”, been universally accepted.

HOW TO PROTECT YOUR INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY Many jewellery designers complain that their designs are copied by others. Copyright protection is a powerful tool to protect a designer’s most precious commodity - his creativity.

However, it is not easy to demonstrate, especially in jewellery, that a design deserves copyright protection.

First and foremost, the design must display sufficient originality as well as sufficient creativity. For example, a diamond bracelet design with alternating round brilliant and heart-shaped diamonds in stainless steel and yellow gold, although different, is not sufficiently artistic or original to warrant copyright protection. However, when the designer develops a unique clasp that operates with a mechanism not yet used before, or when he interprets a theme – say, two interlocking hearts in a way not done before – his creativity and artistic impression could merit protection.

Ownership and protection usually commence as soon as the design is created and fixed in a tangible medium such as a drawing.

The design’s creator owns the copyright unless he is an employee of a company who supplies him with an annual IRP5 tax document.

South African designers, or companies, can file for a temporary patent at the Companies & Intellectual Property Registration Office of SA (CIPRO). Documents are available at: www.cipro.co.za.

It is sometimes easier to file for copyright protection in other countries, especially if you have a concept with worldwide appeal. US forms can be downloaded at: www.copyright.gov.

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SECURITY • Security systems • How to help prevent robberies and what to do after one • Shoplifting - the jeweller's plague For many centuries, diamonds and precious metals attracted the attention of unsavoury characters. During their lifetime, most jewellers and diamond dealers will probably experience acts of criminality directed at themselves or their businesses. Security issues should thus form an essential part of the training of their management and staff. Insurers believe that more than 50% of crime against jewellers are preventable.

SECURITY SYSTEMS While criminals increasingly target the diamond and jewellery industry, some businesses continue to trade with inadequate protection and, in some cases, no insurance at all. The security of premises and the protection of inventory are two of the most important responsibilities of management. Fortunately, high-tech security protection is relatively inexpensive.

PERIMETER PROTECTION

MOTION DETECTORS All areas should be covered.The most efficient motion detector combines heat-sensing infra-red beams to detect body heat with microwave doppler technology to detect movement.

Another type of detector is the “strong vibration detector” located near a safe or strongroom. This will trigger an alarm when the use of power tools or digging equipment is sensed.

All external doors - These should have steel gates with high-quality locks. Your front entrance should have two interlocking doors and always be closed. Clients must be identified before they are “buzzed in” and your staff should enter via a security code or card.

PANIC BUTTONS

Glass doors - These should be made from high-impact security glass or normal glass covered with a security laminate and with sensors that trigger when an attempt is made to break the glass.

Roller shutters - These can be installed to protect doors and outside windows at night. All physical barriers, including the strong room, should have magnetic sensors which trigger the alarm system when interference occurs.

SIRENS

Display windows - These should be built with shatterproof glass and fitted with robust locking devices that cannot be forced open easily.

Install a few panic buttons within reach of the staff or give each of them a personal panic button to carry at all times especially when entering or leaving the premises.

Most insurance companies will insist on sirens or bells that sound a loud alarm when the control panel is activated.

RAPID RESPONSE ALARM COMPANY All the detectors (fire and burglary) are connected to a control panel which is linked via a permanent telephone connection (either cell and/or land line) to a central monitoring station which is operated by a specialist alarm

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company. The central station monitors your control panel 24 hours a day , and will call the key-holder or police when they receive a signal. Because intruders can cut telephone wires, a second dial-up line or radio contact should be installed as back-up.

may end up with a number of small inferior safes. Make sure that the weight of your safe is within the load-bearing capacity of your floor and lift. High-tech, thin-walled safes are available, but are quite expensive. Time locks can add some protection.

Burglars may pose as representatives of your alarm company and may gain access to your premises or security codes.

Connecting a second alarm company to your control panel (with a different password) will lessen your risk.

Location of safes: Safes should preferably be located in a small, lockable strongroom with reinforced walls and a steel door. The main burglar and fire alarm control panel should also be located here. Safes can even be hidden in a “secret” locality.

CLOSED-CIRCUIT TELEVISION (CCTV) This has become an essential element in our industry.

Cameras should cover the outside of your entrance, showcases, cashiers and strongroom. Modern computerised systems are not expensive and split-screen images can be transmitted to your alarm company or even your home. Recorded images taken over many weeks can today be stored on disk. Such evidence is vital in capturing and convicting intruders.

Maintaining the system is essential, while improper lighting and inadequate positioning of cameras will hamper its effectiveness.

SAFES Your insurance company will advise you on selecting a safe. If you have one, make sure that its specifications have an insurance rating which covers the value of items to be stored. Buy the largest, best-rated safe you can afford.

As your inventory grows, you will need more space and

VAULTS AND STRONGROOMS Traditional vaults are built with reinforced concrete, are heavy and the true professional can, unfor tunately, breach them. Modern modular vault systems built to tested technical standards normally provide guaranteed security. They are thinner-walled and resistant to diamond drill cores, thermic lances and explosives.

However, they are much more expensive than traditional strongrooms.

Please note: All walls can be breached and a good alarm system remains the best protection.

SMOKE SCREENS Popular among smaller stores is a very effective system that generates dense smoke when your alarm is triggered. The smoke fills the whole store and renders intruders “blind”, protecting your inventory until the police arrives.

DO’S AND DON’TS WHEN ROBBERS STRIKE When robbers strike, more than merchandise may be lost - the lives of jewellers and their employees are equally at stake. Here is some advice on how to prevent a strike on your premises and how to minimise the damage done during a robbery.

3. Have an in-store verbal alert system for suspicious

customers.

4. Don’t “stretch” normal opening or closing hours to

make a sale.

5. Have a policy for buzz-lock doors on who gets

buzzed in and who does not. Ask for identification,

where appropriate.

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO TO PREVENT A ROBBERY

6. Report suspicious persons and activities to the police.

Phone your colleagues and alert them.

1. Have regular scheduled reviews of store security at

staff meetings.

7. Know and post emergency phone numbers ahead

of time.

2. Be alert to untypical customer behaviour. It may indicate

that your store is being “cased”.

8. Don’t have fewer than three staff members in the store at

any time, or as many as required by your insurer.

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9. Never open and lock up the store on your own. Post

someone outside the store during opening and closing.

10. Open your front door only after jewellery has been

packed out into showcases and close your doors before

it is returned to the safe.

4. Don’t reach for or use a gun.

5. Observe details of a robber – physical appearance, type

of car, vehicle registration number, etc. However, avoid

eye contact.

11. Use security cameras and shatterproof glass.

6. Don’t become aggressive towards robbers and don’t

try an obvious stall.

12. Don’t ignore your own security procedures or bend

the rules.

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO AFTER A ROBBERY

13. Keep showcases locked at all times.

1. Don’t pursue a criminal.

14. Show only two or three stock pieces at a time.

2. Immediately write down any characteristics of robbers

and save all recorded images.

15. Do not let your stock value exceed your insurance limit.

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO DURING A ROBBERY 1. Don’t hit a loud alarm button while a crime is in progress.

2. Follow a robber’s instructions exactly.

3. Carry a remote control silent panic button on you and

use it when needed.

3. Inform the police and your insurer.

4. Inform the Jewellery Council of SA (JCSA) and provide

them with images for distribution to other jewellers.

Contact them at: admin@jewellery.org.za.

5. Prepare your stock records/pictures/sketches to be

used by the police and your insurer.

6. Know how to deal with the media after the event.

SHOPLIFTING - THE JEWELLER’S PLAGUE Shoplifters are not easy to identify and may look like your normal customer. Research has identified four shoplifter types:

Amateurs - these are occasional thieves who yield to temptation when the opportunity presents itself.

Professionals - they steal jewellery as a living or to feed a drug habit.

A jewellery store attracts an unusual number of shoplifters because it carries small, high-value items that are easy to conceal.

You may think your stock is safe because it is kept under lock and key, but salespeople are often under pressure and may leave cabinets open and keys on desks.They may not be able to keep track of individual items by showing too many at the same time, or trying to serve more than one client simultaneously. Such carelessness can easily result in serious stock losses.

Kleptomaniacs - they have a compulsion to steal due to a psychopathological problem and will even steal from friends.

The items they steal normally have no useful function - ie, one earring.

Habitual shoplifters - stealing forms part of their routine and they motivate their theft by thinking that all retailers are greedy, that they are owed something or that it will make no difference to the jeweller. They may have an emotional conflict or difficulty in controlling impulses. ...To be continued in the July 2020 edition

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Baselworld 2021 show cancelled The organiser of Baselworld has called off the next edition of the show, scheduled for January-February 2021, following a revolt over timing and refunds.

THE MCH GROUP, THE ORGANISER

ment Officer at Rolex.

of Baselworld, has announced that

Those brands had quit the 2021

Baselworld 2021 has been cancelled,

show amid complaints that the fair

that it has reached an agreement

clashed with other events and that

with exhibitors and that it has drawn

MCH was not returning the fees

up an “amicable solution” which

it had already received. MCH had

has gained support from industry

been forced to cancel the 2020

associations.

edition due to the Coronavirus

“In light of the large loss of revenue due to COVID-19 and our re-

and rescheduled it for 28 January2 February 2021.

sponsibility to all our stakeholder

“I welcome the constructive at-

Baselworld is a leading expe-

groups, this solution marks the limit

titude of the representatives of the

rience platform for the global

of what’s possible for us,” Bernd

MCH Group, which has enabled us to

watchmaking, jewellery, gem-

Stadlwieser, MCH’s CEO, said in a

find a balanced solution,” notes Du

stone and related industries.

statement. “With the amicable set-

Plessix, who has been a vocal critic of

Building on a tradition started

tlement… we can now concentrate

MCH’s handling of the rescheduling.

over a century ago, Baselworld

fully on the future.”

“Together with the exhibitors and

has become the annual must-

Tudor,

visitors, we’re working intensively on

attend

Chanel and Chopard, as well as

clarifying and discussing the require-

discerning buyers, influential

LVMH brands Hublot, Zenith and

ments and options for new plat-

media and savvy connoisseurs

TAG Heuer, have agreed to take

forms,” says Michel Loris-Melikoff,

unite as a community to dis-

a thinner refund so that other ex-

Baselworld’s MD. “We’ll be taking

cover and experience new

hibitors receive better conditions,

a decision on possible follow-up for-

trends and innovations show-

according to Hubert du Plessix,

mats by the summer and will then

cased by the top brands first-

President of the Baselworld Exhibi-

provide information on the new con-

hand and share these globally.

tors’ Committee and Chief Invest-

cept and scheduling.” – Rapaport

Patek

Philippe,

Rolex,

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JEWELLERY MANUFACTURERS’ ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH AFRICA BORN IN AFRICA JEWELLERY COLLECTIONS

Well entrenched in the Kimberley Process with a strong

South Africa is recognised around the world as the land

legislative framework and controls, the product is manu-

of gold, platinum and diamonds. From the historical

factured in an ethical business and socially responsible

town of Barberton in Mpumalanga, where the first gold

manner, giving the buyer peace of mind and added value to

was discovered, to the Merensky Reef – the largest

the conscientious consumer.

deposits of platinum in the world – and the fabled diamonds from Kimberley and Cullinan mines, our

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mining history is well known and respected.

Born in Africa was launched in 2010 and features South African manufacturing jewellers listed alphabetically.

With the discoveries made at the Cradle of Humankind,

This listing, which forms part of the AFRICAN Odyssey

our country is linked to the birth of the human race in all

publication, should once again be considered a meeting

its celebrated diversity. Similarly, the culture of adornment

point between South African jewellery production and

in precious metals in South Africa dates back over 1 000

its distribution around the world.

years when, from a place called Mapungubwe in Limpopo Province, one of the largest kingdoms in South Africa had

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a thriving international trade in ivory and gold with Egypt,

All jewellery is manufactured by members of the

China and India.

Jewellery Council of South Africa who abide by the Council’s Code of Ethics and Conduct.

The brand “Born in Africa” celebrates jewellery designed and manufactured in South Africa and created from the

BIA

mineral wealth our country has to offer. The ranges of

The “Born in Africa” brand forms part of the Jewellery

jewellery, manufactured from virgin metals, reflect the

Council’s vision to establish South Africa as the

diversity of our cultures born of the common origin of the

jewellery trading hub of Africa and actively encourages

South African soil.

the development of new entrants into the industry in a responsible, supportive manner.

THE INDUSTRY Our well-established jewellery industry has built a

Dave Newman

reputation for quality at a fair price. Its ability to service

JMASA Chairman

market needs through adaptability and a high level of service are its distinguishing traits. Ranging from technologically advanced mass producers to niche market specialists and hand-crafted pieces, South Africa offers a range of jewellery manufacturers able to cater to any variety of buyers’ needs.

Our thoughts are with the self-employed and small business owners in the industry during this uncertain time.

Let’s stand together and support each other, even if it’s by means of words of encouragement.

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TAKE NOTE: For those outside South Africa, use the dialling code +27.

ADELE’S MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel no: 082 595 3868/083 227 6550 E-mail: adele@amj.co.za ADJANI SCHOEMAN T/A ADJANI DESIGN STUDIO Tel no: 083 460 7334 E-mail: info@adjani.co.za Website: www.adjani.co.za AFRICAN ARGENTUM RESOURCES Tel no: 011 608 0427 E-mail: info@silverchem.co.za Website: https://www.africanargentum.co.za/ AFRICAN TRADE BEADS JEWELLERY COLLECTION Tel no: 082 905 1736 / 011 726 7643 E-mail: tamiko@zazenconsulting.com Website: https://www.atbjc.com/about-us/ AKAPO JEWELS Tel no: 011 038 3130 E-mail: wumba@akapo.co.za; labi@akapo.co.za Website: www.akapojewels.co.za ALBO VAN DYK MANUFACTURING Tel no: 044 873 0567 E-mail: albo@telkomsa.net Website: http://www.albovandyk.com/ ALL BLING CREATIONS (PTY) LTD Tel no: 079 744 0971 E-mail: allblingcreations00@gmail.com; mmeshi.nkadimeng@gmail.com ALTIN JEWELLERS Tel no: 012 998 0141 E-mail: info@altin.co.za Website: www.altin.co.za ANACZYNSKI JEWELLERY Tel no: 082 934 5682 E-mail: anaczynski@gmail.com Website: www.anaczynski.co.za ANASTASIA JEWELLERS Tel no: 031 507 5561 E-mail: bazil.heeralall@gmail.com Website: www.anastasiajewellers.co.za ANDREAS SALVER MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel no: 011 706 6828 E-mail: andreas@andreassalver.com Website: www.andreassalver.com

ASIMI JEWELS INTERNATIONAL Tel no: 011 453 4775 E-mail: ellassa@iafrica.com ASSIQUE MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel no: 021 706 3629 E-mail: hashiem@telkomsa.net AU TRADERS & REFINERS (PTY) LTD Tel no: 011 334 7607/8 E-mail: barend@autraders.co.za; jacqui@autraders.co.za Website: www.autraders.co.za AURUM DESIGN Tel no: 021 423 6590 E-mail: aurum@worldonline.co.za; adela@aurumdesign.co.za Website: www.aurumdesign.co.za AUTHOR BY KATHLYN ALLAN Tel no: 084 247 0358 E-mail: mail@worldofauthor.com AZTEC MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel no: 013 757 0827 E-mail: ron@aztecjewellers.com; kyle@aztecjewellers.com Website: www.aztecjewellers.com BEADZ BY FLEX Tel no: 083 967 3264 E-mail: info@beadzbyflex.co.za Website: www.beadzbyflex.co.za BEAUDELL DESIGNS (PTY) LTD Tel no: 082 885 8303 E-mail: esther@beaudell.co.za Website: www.beaudell.co.za BEN & CO DESIGNS (PTY) LTD Tel no: 072 056 2156 E-mail: bheki@ben-codesigns.com; info@ben-codesigns.com Website: www.ben-codesigns.com BERNARD’S JEWELLERY DESIGN & MANUFACTURE Tel no: 032 586 0889 E-mail: bernard@bernardsjewellery.co.za Website: https://watchesforsale.co.za/ BIJOU EXQUISITE JEWELLERS Tel no: 041 450 4320 E-mail: marnic@bijoujewellery.international Website: https://www.bijoujewellery.international/ BRADLEY MANUFACTURING T/A VARGA MANUFACTURING Tel no: 011 327 7926 E-mail: bradjew@mweb.co.za

CAPE DIAMONDS Tel no: 021 421 5364 E-mail: joelgraham@capediamonds.co.za Website: www.capediamonds.co.za CAPE PENINSULA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY Tel no: 021 460 3632 E-mail: konstandakellisv@cput.ac.za; camerondowl@cput.ac.za Website: www.cput.ac.za CAPE PRECIOUS METALS – CAPE TOWN Tel no: 021 551 2066 E-mail: sharon@cpmct.co.za Website: www.capepreciousmetals.co.za CAPE PRECIOUS METALS – DURBAN Tel no: 031 303 5402 E-mail: malcolm@cpmdbn.co.za Website: www.capepreciousmetals.co.za CAPE PRECIOUS METALS – JOHANNESBURG Tel no: 011 334 6263 E-mail: tom@cpmjhb.co.za Website: www.capepreciousmetals.co.za CAPE PRECIOUS METALS – PORT ELIZABETH Tel no: 041 365 1890 E-mail: renee@capepreciousmetals.co.za Website: www.capepreciousmetals.co.za CARESS JEWELLERS UITENHAGE CC Tel no: 041 992 4421 E-mail: eben-caress@mweb.co.za CAROMBA MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel no: 036 631 4565 E-mail: frank@caromba.co.za Website: http://www.caromba.co.za CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY FREE STATE – WELKOM Tel no: 051 507 4044 E-mail: eholmes@cut.ac.za; nmphore@cut.ac.za Website: www.cut.ac.za CHANDLER’S MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS (PTY) LTD Tel no: 011 781 0303 E-mail: mcjewel@netactive.co.za CHARL DE BEER Tel no: 012 440 7693 E-mail: leatherw@mweb.co.za; charldebeer@hotmail.com CHARLENE NEL T/A BELLA COSA Tel no: 021 975 5097 E-mail: charlene@bellacosa.co.za

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CHATEAU D’OR CC Tel no: 011 728 3741/3723 E-mail: denlincoln@mweb.co.za Website: www.chateaudorjewellers.com

ANNELLE MURRAY GOUDSMID Tel no: 082 956 7747 E-mail: annellemurray@exclusivemail.co.za

BRIAN BOSMAN GOLDSMITH STUDIO Tel no: 011 616 5328 E-mail: divagoldsmith@yahoo.com

ANTONICORNELLIS JEWELLERY ENTERPRISE Tel no: 074 758 1014 E-mail: antonicornellius.nhlapo@gmail.com

BRONSKI JEWELLERS Tel no: 021 852 7891 E-mail: seanscrase@hotmail.com

COLLEGE OF CAPE TOWN Tel no: 021 464 3821 E-mail: calbrechts@cct.edu.za; eoosthuizen@cct.edu.za Website: http://www.cct.edu.za/

ASHLEY HEATHER JEWELLERY Tel no: 082 563 5086 E-mail: info@ashleyheather.co.za Website: www.ashleyheather.co.za

BROWNS THE DIAMOND STORE – WORKSHOP Tel no: 011 438 7920 E-mail: albert@brownsjewellers.com Website: www.brownsjewellers.com

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EKURHULENI JEWELLERY PROJECT Tel no: 011 825 5822 E-mail: colin@ejewellery.org.za Website: www.ejewellery.org.za ELEMENTAL STUDIO Tel no: 084 507 7777 E-mail: lezamcleod@icloud.com Website: www.elementalstudio.co.za EMBER MANUFACTURING & DESIGN (PTY) LTD Tel no: 083 557 5190 E-mail: info@ember.co.za Website: www.ember.co.za ENZA MANAGEMENT SERVICES Tel no: 031 824 9427 E-mail: khulile@imarajewellery.com EON HOON JEWELLERY DESIGN Tel no: 083 578 7447 E-mail: eon@eonhoon.com Website: www.eonhoon.com ERICA DU PLESSIS (ERICA STRAUSS) Tel no: 021 851 8120 E-mail: artwear@telkomsa.net ETERNITY ENTERPRISE JEWELLERS (PTY) LTD Tel no: 018 290 5722/3 E-mail: eternity@eternityenterprise.com Website: www.eternityenterprise.com EVERTRADE 142 (PTY) LTD T/A D’OURO JEWELLERS Tel no: 011 615 3402 E-mail: dourojhb@vodamail.co.za; a.veloso@dourojewellers.co.za Website: www.dourojewellers.co.za FACET JEWELLERY Tel no: 073 397 8820 E-mail: catherine@facetjewellery.co.za FEMKE KLEISEN DESIGNS (PTY) LTD Tel no: 083 787 6120 E-mail: femkekleisen@webafrica.org.za Website: www.femkekleisen.co.za FERROS JEWELLERS Tel no: 041 363 1881 E-mail: alex@ferrosjewellers.com Website: www.ferrosjewellers.com

DUDLEY’S JEWELLERS Tel no: 082 319 3226 E-mail: dudleysjewellers@gmail.com

FINEGOLD LABORATORY SERVICES Tel no: 021 511 6237 E-mail: admin@finegold.co.za Website: www.finegold.co.za

DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY Tel no: 031 373 6673/6 E-mail: chrisdb@dut.ac.za; samanthav@dut.ac.za Website: www.dut.ac.za

FOREVER JEWELLERY MANUFACTURERS Tel no: 031 564 9006 E-mail: fj@3i.co.za

GC MANUFACTURING JEWELLERY Tel no: 011 326 7919 E-mail: admin@thediamondring.co.za GEM AFRIQUE Tel no: 062 050 6479 E-mail: soni2.goldsmith@gmail.com GLOBAL JEWELLERY ACADEMY Tel no: 082 337 6428 E-mail: robertb@globaljewelleryacademy.co.za Website: www.globaljewelleryacademy.co.za GOLD AND I (PTY) LTD Tel no: 084 360 6762 E-mail: info@goldandi.co.za Website: www.goldandi.co.za GOLDFASHION JEWELLERS CC Tel no: 021 931 1319 E-mail: mhendricks@wsnet.co.za; goldfashion@telkomsa.net GOUDSMID TEHILA VAN ENGELENHOVEN Tel no: 082 674 4410 E-mail: tehila@absamail.co.za HARRIS JEWELLERS Tel no: 021 555 1437 E-mail: harrisjewellers@telkomsa.net Website: www.harrisjewellers.net HAVILAH GOLD CREATIONS Tel no: 041 581 1942 E-mail: design@havilah.co.za; carol@havilah.co.za Website: www.havilah.co.za HEATHER JANE SMITH CERAMICS & PORCELAIN Tel no: 064 915 4282 E-mail: ladyheatherette@gmail.com ICKINGER JEWELLERS Tel no: 015 307 4448 E-mail: jacques@ickinger.co.za Website: www.ickinger.co.za IMFUNDISO SKILLS DEVELOPMENT Tel no: 012 734 0245 E-mail: imfundiso@mweb.co.za Website: www.imfundiso.com IMPILO COLLECTION Tel no: 010 0210441 E-mail: ayeung@impilocollection.co.za Website: www.facebook.com/impilocollection INFACET Tel no: 082 878 4949 E-mail: bridgette@infacet.co.za Website: www.infacet.co.za INGE SCHOLTZ JEWELLERY DESIGNER & MANUFACTURER Tel no: 073 271 3789 E-mail: admin@csvaluers.co.za

ECO CHIC JEWELLERY Tel no: 021 553 0332 E-mail: e.m.duplooy@gmail.com

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EDEL DESIGNER JEWELLERY Tel no: 072 636 0213 E-mail: edeldesignerjewellery@gmail.com

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GAUTA REFINERIES (PTY) LTD Tel no: 012 753 3304 E-mail: rudi@gautarefinery.com Website: https://www.gautarefinery.com/

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MAGMA METAL RECOVERIES Tel no: 031 702 4422 E-mail: edwards@astronet.co.za

JAGGATH JEWELLERS Tel no: 031 307 7790 E-mail: navinjagath372@gmail.com

KIM CLOETE JEWELLERY DESIGN Tel no: 021 531 9082 E-mail: kim@kimcloetedesign.co.za Website: http://www.kimcloetedesign.co.za/

MAMBU DESIGN Tel no: 011 614 1879 E-mail: mambudesign@mweb.co.za; mambuorders@mweb.co.za

JANINE BINNEMAN JEWELLERY DESIGNS Tel no: 021 715 6178 E-mail: info@janinebinneman.com Website: https://janinebinneman.com/

KINKEL JEWELLERY Tel no: 021 786 1549 E-mail: info@kinkeljewellery.co.za Website: www.kinkeljewellery.co.za

MAPULA DESIGNER JEWELLER (PTY) LTD Tel no: 083 641 2724 E-mail: mapuladesigner@gmail.com Website: www.mapuladesignerjeweller.com

JEWEL CRAFT – BRANDHOF Tel no: 051 444 3449 E-mail: rean.p@mweb.co.za Website: www.jewelcraft.co.za

KRISTEN MALAN CC Tel no: 011 880 1866 E-mail: kristen@merindol.com; john@merindol.com

MARINE GOLD CC Tel no: 021 424 0077 E-mail: stephen@marinegold.co.za

LADY PECULIAR Tel no: 021 886 8868 E-mail: info@ladypeculiar.co.za Website: www.ladypeculiar.co.za

MARION’S JEWELLERY STUDIO Tel no: 041 368 4582/3 E-mail: marionsstudio@mweb.co.za

JADE SOUTH AFRICA Tel no: 021 883 8974 E-mail: rhys@jade-sa.co.za Website: www.jade-sa.co.za

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LALI SILVER JEWELLERY Tel no: 011 646 8358 E-mail: jc_tilman@yahoo.com Website: www.lalisilver.co.za LAMBO DIAMONDS Tel no: 081 743 9255 E-mail: christian@lambodiamonds.com Website: www.lambodiamonds.com L’AUTRICHE FINE JEWELLERY Tel no: 011 883 4021 E-mail: ernst@lebijoux.co.za Website: www.lautrichefj.co.za LEGA DORO CC Tel no: 011 450 3233 E-mail: legadoro@global.co.za; diamondafric@telkomsa.net Website: www.legadoro.co.za LEOPOLDINE DESIGNS Tel no: 076 586 3820 E-mail: info@leopoldinedesigns.co.za LEUVEN METALS (PTY) LTD Tel no: 021 426 4140 E-mail: kvessen@oroafrica.com; andrev@oroafrica.com Website: www.leuvenmetals.co.za LILLY FRIEDLAENDER CC Tel no: 021 887 1655 E-mail: lilly.f@wol.co.za LORIEN MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS Tel no: 011 967 1700 E-mail: heather@allanybrink.co.za LOVI JEWELLERY DESIGN Tel no: 011 882 3272 E-mail: lovijewellery@gmail.com

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SAJN |LITTLE GEMS

THE TERM “FAÏENCE” IS usually associated with ancient Egyptian jewel-

The Egyptian style

lery. It is a crushed quartz material, best described as a glazed composition with a bright lustre in various colours, of which blue-green is the most common. It often imitates semi-precious stones, but it is actually a form of pottery which has been used in jewellery at different times.

Faïence was used on beads, small statues and pottery and was the primary material for scarabs and other

The invention of a white pottery glaze suitable for painted decoration was an advance in the history of pottery. It is attributed to Iran before the 9th century.

However, it was the French-speakers from northern Italy who gave the name to the Egyptian art form of faïence (derived from the French facina), which they used in jewellery. Alice Weil traces its earliest origins.

forms of amulets. The scarab was

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LITTE GEMS|SAJN the sacred beetle of Egyptians – with

the oldest type of glazed ceramic,

a history dating back to the begin-

developed some 6 000 years ago

ning of the second millennium – and

in both Egypt and Mesopotamia.

was included in most forms of an-

Its surface can vary from matt to

cient Egyptian jewellery such as am-

opaque, glossy and translucent. It is

ulets, particularly during the fourth

considered a non-clay ceramic be-

century BC. Interestingly, the carving

cause it is composed mainly of silica,

of these little insects later led to the

along with small amounts of sodium

development of cameo carving.

and calcium. It is self-glazing, since

The glaze (named after the town

the sodium in the wet paste comes

of that name, which was famous for

to the surface as it dries to form a

its pottery) had a specific feature in

glaze when it is fired in a kiln – a

that it felt smooth against the skin.

process known as efflorescent glaz-

Larger objects were bowls, cups and

ing. The two most common colours

wall surfaces, particularly in temples.

(turquoise and blue) are achieved by

Egyptian faïence is distinct from

adding metal oxides (copper and co-

the tin-glazed faienza associated

balt ) to the paste.

with Italy and named for a town in

Faïence can also be created by

1899, actress Sarah Bernhardt set

that country which is renowned for

placing small items such as beads in

a trend by wearing Egyptian-style

its pottery. This is red earthenware

a container full of glazing powder

jewellery designed by René Lalique,

covered

(cementation glazing) or by painting

who attempted to emulate ancient

on a glaze (application glazing), and

techniques. The style returned to

It is not known for certain how

more than one method of glazing

the fore in the 1930s, following the

ancient ceramic became known as

can be used on a single piece.

opening of Tutankhamun’s tomb

Egyptian faïence. One theory is that

Researchers and experiments have

(who, like other pharaohs and no-

when Europeans came to Egypt in

shown that there were many recipes

blemen, was buried with his treas-

the 18th century, they thought the

for Egyptian faïence, varying by

ures) by English archaeologist How-

brightly coloured scarabs and other

location and over time.

ard Carter. The tomb was found to

with

white

glaze

and

decorated with colourful designs.

small items resembled the pottery of

The Egyptians are credited with

contain wondrous valuables, includ-

Faienza. At that time, the word was

being the first to search for substitutes

ing amazingly extravagant jewels

sometimes used as a generic term

to replace rare materials for their

bearing strange symbols. These

for any type of glazed pottery.

jewellery. They used coloured glass

fascinated the public, leading to a

Egyptian faïence, which is very

and faïence, deemed suitable for

demand for interpretations of Egyp-

different from earthenware pottery,

imitating lapis lazuli, which could

tian motifs.

was exported widely in the ancient

not be found in Egypt. Pottery has

Tutankhamun’s ornaments strong-

world and the favourite blue-green

been an alternative material used for

ly influenced the world of design

colour was presumed to be a

jewellery at different times.

during the 1920s and a new kind of

reference to the Nile, the waters of

The modern Egyptian jewellery

Egyptian revival jewellery was born.

heaven and the home of the gods.

style began in the 1860s, with in-

Silver gilt replaced the original rich

Despite the prominence of this

terest in it being strengthened by

gold, while turquoise, lapis lazuli

colouring, turquoise and lapis lazuli

the opening of the Suez Canal in

and cornelian were also used (al-

were also alternatives, of which the

1869 by Viscount Ferdinand de

beit less extravagantly). However, it

latter was the most sought after.

Lesseps. The trend peaked around

was the dramatic geometric designs

Egyptian faïence (sometimes re-

the 1890s, during a revival period.

and atmosphere which created the

ferred to as “Egyptian paste”) is

Portraying Cleopatra on stage in

overall impression of each jewel.

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Interesting facts 1

To find a perfectly round pearl is very fortunate, as these pearls are the rarest and the most valuable.

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You can hunt for your own diamonds at the Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas (USA) and if you find one, you may keep it free of charge.

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The National Institute of Standards & Technology created a clock so accurate that it won't lose/gain a second in 20 million years. This is the clock used for Internet time.

2

If you were born in the month of June, you are lucky enough to have three birthstones to call your own – pearl, alexandrite and moonstone.

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Gemstones are rated on their ability to withstand scratching based on a system called the Mohs Scale of Hardness.

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Before alarm clocks, there was a profession called a knocker-upper who would go around and knock on your door until you woke up.

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Pink or red shade diamonds are thought to be due to changes to the electron structure during the voyage to the surface.

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Any gem can be imitated – gemmologists call these imitations “simulants” – by laboratorygrown or natural materials that closely resemble a particular gem.

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Standing in solidarity There’s no easy way to say it: life is overwhelming now. You feel it. We feel it. Everyone feels it. And if nothing else, we’re in this with you. Our hearts go out to all who have been affected by the massive scale and human impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Standing in solidarity There’s no easy way to say it: life is overwhelming now. You feel it. We feel it. Everyone feels it. And if nothing else, we’re in this with you. Our hearts go out to all who have been affected by the massive scale and human impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.

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We invited the local jewellery and diamond community to send us their logos to be featured in our Standing in Solidarity section.

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Standing in solidarity There’s no easy way to say it: life is overwhelming now. You feel it. We feel it. Everyone feels it. And if nothing else, we’re in this with you. Our hearts go out to all who have been affected by the massive scale and human impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.

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BUSINESS AS UNUSUAL? The only thing we can be certain of is that, going forward will be a matter of Business as Unusual!

There are 3 important issues which shouldn’t be ignored as they’re all set in the various Regulations and amendments and no one more important than the other.

Let’s start with the most recent: Preparation of the workplace and WORKPLACE PLAN Government Gazette, 29 April 2020 (published for Phase 4)

Expand your jewellery business and take advantage of the growing demand for personalized jewellery.

Our bre lasers are easy to operate, maintenance free, portable and it allows you to offer jewellery designs from signet rings, military tags, inside and outside ring engraving and much more on a variety of metals. our client turnaround is less than 10 minutes.

It was a rush into Level 4 and most were still trying to digest the requirements. One that is most pressing is the preparation of the workplace which includes a written phase- in, roll-out plan for employees and eventually customers and visitors to be able to understand and adhere to the strict protocols. It’s mandatory for every employer to understand the requirements, train its staff and have this in place going forward. Retail Jewellers should be considering their workplace plans without delay to be ready for the moment of opening shop.

The Mining Charter 2018 Government Gazette, 28 September 2018 (amended 19 December 2018) Compliance Plans The MC18 is not in any manner vague, in that every licence holder should have complied by submitting its new MC18 Compliance plan by 01 March 2018. “a licence or permit holder who has not complied with the requirements of this Mining Charter shall be in breach of the Diamonds Act and the Precious Metals Act”. The SADPMR allowed a transitional period to 28 September 2019 and has been receiving compliance plans for the past year at its Transformation Department by scan and email. This is a “recognition” or “acknowledgement” of the elements and targets under the MC18 and is required despite your licence or permit not being up for renewal yet.

Annual Reporting: Where in the past licence and permit holders would bear the duty to timeously apply to renew their licences every 5 years (Beneficiators and Refiners 10 yrs) and in those 5 years, may or may not have been required by the Transformation Department to compile and submit a transformation report. It’s now a requirement that YOU report to the SADPMR on an annual basis on the Tables issued in the MC18 Guidelines (19 Dec 2018).

Being over a year into the new MC18, we’ve started submitting annual reports.

SADPMR has confirmed that although there is no monetary penalty enforced at this stage, failure to submit your compliance plan or annual report can and may trigger a non-compliance notice and non-compliance processes.

Whether you feel you’d like my assistance in ensuring your compliance is in place or simply like to discuss and better understand any or all of the above, specific to your operations and licence, you’re welcome to make contact.

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