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Sapphire Splendor: Top 10 Rings that Capture the Essence of Elegance

Sapphires, the gems of wisdom and royalty, have enchanted jewellery enthusiasts for generations. Their mesmerizing blue hues echo the depths of oceans and the vastness of night skies, making them...
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Diamond Cluster Earrings from Antique to Modern Day

Diamond Cluster Earrings from Antique to Modern Day

Sparkling Through Time Diamond cluster earrings have a magical allure that has captured the hearts of jewellery enthusiasts for centuries. With their breathtaking brilliance and timeless elegance, these exquisite pieces...
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The Birthstones for August: Sparkling Splendor

The Birthstones for August: Sparkling Splendor

August is a month filled with vibrant energy and warm hues, and its birthstones perfectly embody these qualities. Birthstones have captivated our imagination for centuries, believed to bring luck, protection,...
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Diamond Cluster Rings

Diamond Cluster Rings

The first cluster ring I really fell for wasn’t the biggest or the flashiest. It was a late-Victorian piece: a compact circle of old-cut diamonds with a gentle dome to...
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Antique and Vintage Jewellery Charms

Antique and Vintage Jewellery Charms

A charm can change the mood of a bracelet in a second. Years ago a customer brought in her grandmother’s chain—plain, sturdy, no nonsense. We clipped on a tiny gold...
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Birthstone for July - The Ruby

Birthstone for July - The Ruby

I’ll never forget the first ruby I handled as a young apprentice. It was in a Victorian cluster ring, the ruby surrounded by tiny, slightly uneven old-cut diamonds. The stone...
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The Unique Style of Art Deco Jewellery

The Unique Style of Art Deco Jewellery

Emerging in the 1920s and 1930s, the Art Deco art movement had begun.  It brought with it bold new styles that was characterized by its sleek, geometric designs and luxurious...
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The Birthstone for June - The Pearl

The Birthstone for June - The Pearl

Pearls have been revered for centuries for their natural beauty and enchanting allure. From their symbolic significance to their cultural and healing properties, pearls hold a special place in the...
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Victorian Jewellery - 1837 to 1901

Victorian Jewellery - 1837 to 1901

The Victorian era, spanning from 1837 to 1901, was a time in history for great social and industrial change in UK and Ireland. It was characterized by economic prosperity, industrial...
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What is Estate Jewellery?

What is Estate Jewellery?

Estate jewellery refers to previously owned or used jewellery, whether the previous owner is alive or not. Often, estate jewellery comes from a deceased person's collection. While the age of...
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Emerald - The Birthstone For May

Emerald - The Birthstone For May

The emerald is the birthstone for May, and is a stunning gemstone that has been treasured for thousands of years. This beautiful green gemstone is a symbol of renewal, growth,...
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Identifying and Valuing Gemstones

Identifying and Valuing Gemstones

Gemstones are one of the most popular choices for jewellery, and they are also valuable investments. The value of a gemstone is determined by its rarity, beauty, and quality. If...
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