Antique Jewellery Makes a Fantastic Christmas Present
Antique jewellery can provide an aesthetically stunning means of gifting something truly priceless. After all, and as the poet John Keat’s once penned: ‘A thing of beauty is a joy forever’.
Sapphire: September’s Stunning Birthstone
The most famous and prized of all blue stones, the sapphire sets the standard upon which almost all other blue hued gem stones are measured. It’s specific and unique colour has, as such, also been long adopted by royalty as well as clergy men, who prize the traits of faithfulness and ‘trueness’ associated with the sapphire.
How To Identify Art Deco Jewellery
Art Deco jewellery was a prominent style of jewellery throughout the 1920’s through to the mid 1930’s and it is one of the most recognisable styles of jewellery in history. It affected how jewellery was designed and made a huge impact on jewellery over many years and to this present day.
Peridot – August’s Beautiful Birthstone
Peridot is famous for its characteristic and vibrant green colour. It is similarly well known for being the gem stone associated with the month of August. Where peridot comes from, how it came to represent the month of august and much of Peridot’s lore is far less known of though. So, this being Peridot’s month, we thought we’d shed a little light on the mythology and origins off this little gem of a stone.
A Guide To Understanding Jewellery Hallmarks
Hallmarks are most associated and commonly used when creating silver, gold, palladium and platinum items. Hallmarks, as such, are not only found on jewellery items, but silverware of every kind from flatware to tea sets and trinket boxes.
Jewellery For Your Wedding Day – The Bidding Process
You may not have considered purchasing your wedding jewellery at auction – however, it’s an excellent way to have the jewellery of your choice at a price far less than you would pay on the high street.
Top Tips For Buying Antique Jewellery At Auction
Visiting an auction house can provoke anxiety in a first time bidder, however we invited Liz from Fellows to offer some practical advice which will make you a pro in no time!
The Meaning of Diamonds
The word 'diamond' derives from the Greek word ‘adamas’, which means ‘unbreakable’ or ‘unalterable’. Hence, for centuries diamonds have been the number one favourite stone used in wedding and engagement rings. After all, our wedding vows, love and loyalty are supposed to be ‘unbreakable’ and ‘unalterable’, but our love is also meant to be pure and strong – which few other stones symbolise quite so truly.