This year marks the thirteenth anniversary of our move to Berkhamsted from Hatton Garden. For many people the name ‘Hatton Garden’ immediately creates an image of diamonds, jewellery, precious metals and gem stones. For over a hundred and fifty years valuableitems have been traded by its many dealers and merchants. The JAK cartoon from the […]
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A very special day in 2017
One of the most memorable events of last year was undoubtedly a surprise party to mark Vivian Watson’s retirement from our sister company, PJ Watson Ltd. Cleverly organised by John and Tracey, an invitation was sent out to past and present staff, family and friends to be at The King’s Head in Ivinghoe for a […]
Read MoreWe brought the sparkle to our Christmas Party!
All the right ingredients for a successful celebration were evident at our Christmas Party last weekend. A warm welcome in front of a glowing log fire, gentle background seasonal music from Jeanette Cordery, our harpist, Christmas decorations and a huge tree enhancing the atmosphere and a constant supply of sparkling wine were just the beginning. […]
Read MorePeace Hospice Care Hidden Gem Charity Dinner
On Friday 6th October, over 100 guests from national and international businesses, including Warner Bros. Studios, Veale Wasbrough Vizards and Myers Clark helped raise £20,000 by attending Peace Hospice Care’s annual charity dinner, at Ashridge House, Berkhamsted and we were very proud sponsors of the event. Ashridge House opened its doors for the Hidden Gem […]
Read MoreThe Secret Garden Ball
The Hospice of St Francis is a charity that provides free, expert care for people living with life-limiting illnesses in West Herts and South Bucks, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or socio-economic background. The Hospice relies on voluntary donations from the local community to raise 80% of over £5 million needed annually to fund their free care. The Diamond Trust is one of the founding corporate partners of […]
Read MoreVivian Celebrates Golden Anniversary
In September 1967, you could buy an ounce of gold for $35. Today the same ounce would cost you $1290. Fifty years have made a huge difference. It was in September 1967 that Vivian Watson joined his father in the family business, then located in London’s Hatton Garden. Now 50 years on it is an […]
Read MoreThe 4 C’s of Diamonds
Thanks to a masterpiece of marketing and advertising by DeBeers in 1947 where it was declared worldwide that “A diamond is forever”, diamonds are now the most popular choice for engagement rings and other jewellery. However, until the middle of the twentieth century, there was no agreed-upon standard by which diamonds could be judged. The […]
Read MoreAfternoon Tea with Diamonds & Crystals
B Away is delighted to be sponsoring an event for the benefit of Mount Vernon Cancer Centre Charitable Fund and cordially invites you to an exclusive Afternoon Tea at Moor Park Mansion with special guest speaker Vivian Watson FGA from The Diamond Trust and a presentation from Crystal Cruises. This event will take place on […]
Read MoreSeems that diamonds really are a girls best friend
A recent article in the Telegraph reported that shoppers in the US and Europe are increasingly buying diamond gifts for themselves. Gift-giving is still the foundation of sales, but more and more financially independent women are treating themselves to diamond jewellery. According to De Beers the split is across younger, “millennial” shoppers – those born […]
Read MoreCufflinks – a must for any man’s wardrobe.
For a failsafe Father’s Day gift, there is nothing more effective than a pair of cufflinks. From luxurious links encrusted in diamonds and gemstones, to character cufflinks with a twist, our contemporary collections will add some impeccable style to Dad’s wardrobe. Cufflinks might be traditionally associated with men’s semiformal evening wear (the 007 Tuxedo), but the […]
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