The 4 C's
As with modern cut diamonds we still valuate diamonds using the 4 Cs, Caratweight, Colour, Clarity and Cut.
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Gemstone Cuts
The most usual method of fashioning a gem is to cut the surface into a number of flat faces, known as facets. This gives the stone its final shape or 'cut'.
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Birthstones & Healing
Certain gemstones have traditionally been associated with different months of the year and are considered to bring good fortune, protection or healing properties to those born under their influences. Learn more here!
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How to Choose an Antique Engagement Ring
You’ve picked the perfect location to pose the question, but what engagement ring do you choose?
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Know Your Precious Metals
Antique jewellery has been crafted in a variety of precious metals throughout the ages. Learn about the characteristics and value of each in our handy guide.
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The Eternity Ring - A Symbol of Eternal Love
Learn more about the history, design and variations of the eternity ring throughout the ages.
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The Cardinal Gems
Learn more about the Cardinal Gems, the most valuable of gemstones from the ancient world, and how their value and desirability has changed over the years.
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Modern Vs. Antique Jewellery
Read our helpful guide to see why modern and antique jewellery differ so much from one another, and which you should choose.
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Anchorcert Diamond Certification
We are happy to provide valuation of all items, and certificates on request for diamond rings over £2,000. Learn more about the process here.
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Paste Jewellery
Learn more about the creation of paste stones and the crafting of paste stone jewellery throughout the ages.
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Valentines Day Gifts for Her
A handy guide to the very best antique jewellery gifts on Valentines Day. Find the perfect piece for your perfect partner with this helpful article from Laurelle Antique Jewellery.
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What is Quartz?
Find out more about this incredible crystalline material, and the many and varied gemstones that it forms.
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What is Suffragette Jewellery?
Learn more about the women's rights movement which won the right to vote for women in the United Kingdom.
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Bugs! Antique Butterfly, Spider and Insect Jewellery
Antique jewellers took their inspiration from a variety of natural sources, and some of the most beautiful pieces we have found are recreations of some unexpected creatures.
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Antique Snake and Serpent Jewellery
The serpent is a timeless symbol which has been captured in some truly incredible pieces of antique jewellery throughout the ages.
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Peridot - The “Evening Emerald”
Find out more about this enigmatic bright green gemstone and its uses in antique jewellery, particularly during the Edwardian Suffragette movement.
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Jade - A Treasure from the East
Learn more about this incredible material which has been carved into incredibly ornate forms of jewellery and art for centuries.
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Buyers Guide to Georgian Jewellery
Learn more about the jewellery crafted during the reign of King George I, George II, George III and George IV.
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Buyers Guide to Victorian Jewellery
Learn more about the jewellery crafted during the reign of Queen Victoria. A helpful guide to the Georgian period for collectors and discerning buyers from Laurelle Antique Jewellery.
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Buyers Guide to Edwardian Jewellery
Learn more about the jewellery crafted during the reign of King Edward.
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Buyers Guide to Art Deco Jewellery
Find out more about the most influential artistic movement of the 20th century.
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