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Dan Joines is the founder and CEO of Polished Diamonds, a premier jewellery company established in 1969 and currently based in New Zealand[1][3]. Originally from London, Joines relocated the company to New Zealand and has been instrumental in transforming it into an innovative jewellery business[1].
Company Background
Polished Diamonds specializes in creating high-quality, custom engagement rings and fine jewellery. The company has several key distinguishing features:
- Established in 1969 in London, now headquartered in New Zealand
- Operates physical stores in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch
- Over 10,000 satisfied customers
- Award-winning, with accolades including “Best Retail” and “Best Wedding Jewelry Design”[1]
Technological Innovation
Joines introduced cutting-edge technologies to the jewellery design process:
- Implemented architectural Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software in 2003
- Early adopter of 3D printing technology for creating wax replicas of rings
- Uses advanced design techniques that eliminate human error
- Combines modern technology with traditional hand-finishing by master goldsmiths[1]
Professional Background
Before entering the jewellery industry, Joines worked for Chevron, where he was responsible for cash and banking across Eurasia[5][7]. His personal experience with engagement rings inspired him to acquire and transform Polished Diamonds[1][4].
Business Philosophy
Joines is known for:
- Providing exceptional customer service
- Offering in-depth knowledge about diamonds and jewellery
- Creating unique, personalized designs
- Maintaining transparent pricing
- Ensuring high-quality craftsmanship with a lifetime workmanship guarantee[1][2]
Customers consistently praise Joines for his expertise, patience, and commitment to creating exceptional jewellery pieces that exceed expectations.
Citations
[1] https://www.polisheddiamonds.co.nz/about-us [2] https://www.polisheddiamonds.co.nz/testimonials [3] https://nz.linkedin.com/in/daniel-joines-19884b36 [4] https://www.polished-diamonds.co.uk/about-us/about-polished-diamonds [5] https://www.centreofitall.co.nz/articles/daniel-joines [6] https://polisheddiamonds.info/about-us/our-process [7] https://rocketreach.co/dan-joines-email_116308787 [8] https://metropol.co.nz/award-winning-jewellery-design-polished-diamonds/
A ‘Haute Couture’ diamond jewellers, using CAD modelling let clients view and have input into each diamond piece, with perfection made possibility [2], producers of fine jewellery and unique items, award winning jewellers of distinction, shipping worldwide [3], jewellery designers who helping “get engaged and buy quality jewellery at great value” diamond rings, also architecturally drawn in CAD & 3D printed [4].
Сonspectus
| Year | Milestone (city) |
|---|---|
| 2000 | Establishing (Christchurch) |
| 2004 | CAD design model emailing marketing (Worldwide) |
| 2013 | Best Retail at the Business Awards |
See also
Footnotes
[2] Polished Diamonds (Dan Joines) (Twitter)
