Autumn favourites
At the moment one of the most researched topics when it comes to fashion, is fashion trends for autumn 2021. So we’ve decided to give you a hand on what to choose for the next season. It is no secret…
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Beyond the Boundaries of Imagination
Diamond painting is a simple and stimulating creative art that is enjoying considerable success among all DIY enthusiasts. It is a hobby that requires patience and dedication but is rewarded by the extraordinary colourful and decorative result. But what exactly…
The Kimberley Process
Have you seen the movie Blood Diamond? If not, here is a short summary to refresh your memory. During the civil war of the late 90’s in Sierra Leone, Leonard DiCaprio (aka Danny Archer) meets a miner who has managed…
Local Swiss Crafts
For a long time Switzerland has been known for its jewellery and watchmaking. As a matter of fact, the most prominent luxury watch and jewellery brands are based in Switzerland. At Tim & Co. we hold very dearly Swiss culture…
History of Diamond Cutting
The word diamond comes from the ancient Greek “adamas” which means indomitable. Its incredible properties of hardness gave it this name. It is the hardest mineral in the world (10 on the Mohs scale for scratches)! So, you are probably wondering: how…
Gold: What You Need to Know
Gold has always been a classic choice when it comes to which type metal you want to use for your jewellery. It is also important to know the difference between different types of gold and to choose which one suits you best.…
The Diamond That Gave Birth to Two
The Great Table Diamond… have you ever heard of a diamond split in two that never left each other’s side? Pulled out of the heart of the Kollur mine in Golconda, which is the source of some of the rarest…
The Use of Jewels/Gems in Watchmaking
Do you know that your mechanical watches contain jewels? Most modern movements include sapphires or rubies in their concepts. So, what is their function? Is a diamond watch just for beauty? Let’s take a look at the purpose of these…
Gen Z Clients
Gen Z is a rather new generation, but it has already proven to be the biggest consumer out of all the other generations, and it is predicted to stay that way. It isn’t hard to believe that the generation born…
B for Blockchain
What do you think of blockchain? A very popular word nowadays, from cryptocurrency, traceability, transparency, and sustainability. Let’s delve deeper into what blockchain is and how it is applied to the watches and jewels market. Blockchain is meant as an…