Sapphire is the birthstone for September, and the gem of the 45th wedding anniversary. They are usually a deep, beautiful blue, but natural “fancy” sapphires also occur in yellow, purple, orange, and green colours; “parti sapphires” show two or more colours. There are also star sapphires, opaque gems with a star like appearance. The stones are… read more…
A piercing is a monumental moment in most people’s lives, especially the first, which more often than not tends to be the ear lobe. With it’s delicate positioning and the vast array of earrings available, it’s easy to understand why it is such a popular choice. If you’re considering this piercing option for yourself, there… read more…
Peridot is August’s Birthstone. It is said to symbolise good fortune. Known as the ‘Evening Emerald‘, it has a summery green hue which matches perfectly with cream silk and rich tans. The stone is fragile and cracks easily. As a result, gem quality pieces are rare, and it tends to come in small slivers. The… read more…
Ruby is July’s Birthstone. It is also associated with 40th wedding anniversaries. Rubies are evaluated on the 4 Cs, but also based on where they were mined, and their colour. Deep red, or ‘pigeon blood’ rubies are the most valuable. Rough rubies are most often found in museums; they are more typically cut for jewellery…. read more…
Pearl is June’s Birthstone. The main factors determining the value of a pearl include lustre, colour, size, lack of surface flaw and symmetry, with size being the most important factor. It is also important whether the pearl is natural or cultured. While white pearls are the most popular, you can also get black, pink, blue, champagne,… read more…
Today we’ll be looking at what we think are the best Fathers Day gifts on 2017. This year it’s on Sunday, 18th June. It’s a great way to celebrate your dad or grandad and the contribution they’ve made to your life. Father’s Day began as a Catholic celebration linked to St Joseph’s Day. It was… read more…
As people spring clean their homes and wardrobes, it’s important not to forget to spring clean your jewellery box. Empty the Box To start with, carefully empty out your jewellery box onto a smooth, clean surface. A tray is a great way to do this. Once empty, clean the box itself. Use the appropriate… read more…
Emerald is May’s Birthstone. Emeralds are rare and valuable, and mostly used in jewellery. The rich green emerald colour is still the most important factor in gem quality, with clarity a close second (as the stone is prone to inclusions). History Historically, emeralds have been mined in Egypt, India and Austria. Nowadays the two biggest… read more…
Daisy jewellery for spring is a great addition to your jewellery box. The daisy is cute, fun, playful and also the birth flower of April. Said to symbolise happiness, good luck and new beginnings, it’s the perfect symbol of spring. Daisy Bracelets Inspired by hand crafted daisy chains beloved of children, these beautiful daisy bracelets are… read more…
Diamond is the April Birthstone and the stone of 60th anniversaries. The gem is a very precious gem used in jewellery and industry. It comes in a variety of colours and is classified according to the 4 Cs; Cut, Colour, Clarity and Carat. History “Diamond is the most valuable, not only of precious stones, but of all things… read more…