The Region’s
Largest Consumer Jewelry Show Opens Today
More than US$150 million in
exhibits by 200 exhibitors from 25 countries
The Million Dollar Row
A special showcase of rare jewelry pieces
A 27-carat flawless round
brilliant GIA certified diamond priced at SGD3.5million by IVY Masterpiece
Rare Burma Pigeon Blood Rubies
See these extremely rare finds at
the DeGem – a USD5m necklace totalling more than 82 carats and an extremely
rare 10-carat natural Burma ruby
500 pieces of Specially Commissioned Limited Edition Jewelry
Some of the most dazzling and
affordable limited edition jewelry sourced from all over the world, starting
from S$250
Special focus on Investment Pieces
International experts on hand to
advice on investing in gemstones with special focus on the fastest growing
demand for rare gemstones worldwide
Knowledge Partner - Euromonitor International
Future growth in fine jewelry – Asia Perspective
July 21, 2016,
Singapore The Singapore International
Jewelry Expo 2016 (SIJE) opened its doors at the Marina Bay Sands Convention
Centre to the public this morning. The show this year is larger than ever and celebrates the love of jewelry,
breathtaking gemstones that make a statement and showcase ‘beauty inside out’.
Dr Lily Neo, Member of Parliament for
Jalan Besar GRC and Deputy
Chairperson, Government Parliamentary Committee for Health will be SIJE 2016’s guest of honour at its official opening ceremony this afternoon.
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Over the next four days, from July 21 to 24, 2016, some 15,000 visitors are
expected to visit more than 200 jewelers from 25 countries around the world.
SIJE 2016 gathers the world’s leading jewelers from the jewelry capitals of the
world. The country pavilions and
contingents are made up of 40 from Hong Kong, 35 jewelers from Italy, 30 from India, 16 from Japan, 15 from
Cambodia, 9 from Indonesia, 8 from Thailand, 6 from Myanmar, a newcomer from Peru and 31 homegrown jewelers from
Singapore, among many more from 25 countries in
all. With more than US$150million in exhibits spread over 8,000 square
metres, this show is the largest consumer jewelry in Singapore and the region.
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According to global market research company and SIJE’s
knowledge partner, Euromonitor International, jewelry is the best performing
personal accessories category with sales worth US$ 316 billion in 2016.
It is also the fastest growing
segment within the personal accessories
industry with 3 percent growth between 2015 and 2016.
Jewelry experienced 15 percent year-on-year growth of
internet retail sales, reaching US$ 19 billion in 2016, up from US$ 9 billion
in 2011.
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The largest and most sustainable consumer jewelry show in this region, offers its
visitors so many reasons to visit it this year including the ‘Million Dollar
Row’ by IVY Masterpiece, DeGem, Zydo,
Renee and RCM . Among the exhibits is a
27-carat flawless round, brilliant GIA certified diamond priced at
SGD3.5million presented by IVY Masterpiece and a USD5million Burma Ruby
necklace weighing in at 82 carats in total
at the DeGem International booth.
The crown jewel of the show is a
piece of historical significance, an Emerald pendant, carved and shaped by
Fortunato Pio Castellani in the 19th century. It was gifted by Napoleon III to his lover, Countess of Castiglione. This historical piece is currently in the private collection of Roberto Sciaguato.
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This year, the organizer of SIJE has commissioned some of the most exquisite and affordable creations from jewelers
around the world for its visitors.
These start from S$250 and are crafted by some
of the most talented jewelers from Italy, Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, Singapore
and more.
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Said show organizer Edward Liu, PBM, Group Managing
Director of Conference & Exhibition Management Services, “we are delighted
to partner HSBC Bank. Visitors to the show can look forward to enjoy exclusive
SIJE – HSBC Credit Card promotions.
We are also grateful to our Knowledge partner,
Euromonitor International. Industry players will find a wealth of information
at the talk presented by Euromonitor’s industry expert. This year we welcome
the luxury showcase by The Luxury Network. All of this would not have been
possible without the support of our highly committed partners and the
appreciative public.”
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SIJE 2016 is supported by the Italian Trade Commission,
Ministry of Commerce, Cambodia, Guangzhou Watches & Clocks Association,
Hong Kong Jewellery and Jade Manufacturers Association, Myanmar Gems &
Jewellery Entrepreneur Association and The Gem & Jewellery Export
Promotion Council.
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