The UK Gem Market Today: Key Trends and What’s Driving Them’ – Lecture at the Midlands Branch

Fellows Auctioneers, Augusta Street, Birmingham
20 March 2026
Branch Event

Event Details

Location:

Fellows Auctioneers, Augusta Street, Birmingham

Date:

20 March 2026

Time:

19:00

Cost:

£4- students £5- members £6- non-members

Description:

Overview
The gemstone market is continually shaped by new and evolving trends. Drawing on my experience as a gemstone dealer at G.F. Williams, this talk will provide an overview of key trends I have seen gain momentum in recent years. I will explore the factors that may have driven these shifts in the market and examine the value these trends hold within today’s gemstone landscape.
Speaker
Hannah Waters (from G.F.Williams gemstone dealers). ‘I have moved from roles in retail and production to working as a gemstone dealer at G.F. Williams. I am extremely grateful to those with greater industry experience who guided me through my Gem-A diploma and into my current role. As a small company, no two days at G.F. Williams are the same—whether I’m visiting clients, inspecting stones, organising events, marketing, or preparing orders. It is an industry I love, as there is always more to learn.’

 

Hannah waters
    No booking required – Pay at the door
    Contact: Craig O’Donnell- craig.odonnell@theassayoffice.co.uk

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