Gemstones For The Modern Man
Gemstones for the Modern Man Men are increasingly confident in their jewellery choices, favouring designs that express individuality, strength, and personal style. Modern men’s jewellery often incorporates gemstones chosen not only for appearance, but also for durability and practicality. Traditionally, men gravitated towards neutral-toned gems such as black onyx, agate, grey moonstone, and mother of […]
How Is Fine Jewellery Made
How Fine Jewellery Is Made? If you understand the basics of how fine jewellery is made, you’ll appreciate your ring more — and you’ll be able to make an informed choice between handcrafted jewellery and pieces that are mass-produced. Below is a practical overview of the most common manufacturing methods in use today, and what […]
How to Design Your Own Jewellery
How to Design Your Own Jewellery Knowing what makes good design helps you create your own ring — and appreciate the skill behind professional jewellery design. Theory of design Conceptual elements Good design often begins with ideas that are not yet visible: meaning, symbolism, and the “glue” that holds a concept together. Once those ideas […]
Selling Your Jewellery
Do you need to sell your jewellery? You may own, or have inherited, jewellery you no longer wish to keep. Deciding how and where to sell it can be confusing, and the wrong choice may result in being paid far less than the item’s true value. Below are the most common routes available, each with […]
How to find her Ring Size
How to Find Her Ring Size Without Ruining the Surprise Planning a surprise proposal but don’t know her ring size? You’re not alone. This is one of the most common concerns we help clients with, and the good news is that perfection is not required on proposal day. Finger size varies between hands, fingers, and […]
Rings That Won’t Come Off
Wedding band won’t come off? This can become dangerous. As knuckles change with age or weight fluctuations, a ring can begin to press into the finger and, in severe cases, become impossible to remove. This is more than discomfort. Blood vessels close to the surface of the finger can be compressed while blood continues to […]
Valentine’s Day Origin and Gifts
Valentine’s Day The first official Saint Valentine’s Day was declared by Pope Gelasius in the year 496 to honour a martyred priest known as Bishop Valentine, who lived under the reign of Emperor Claudius in the second century AD. Emperor Claudius believed that married men did not make good soldiers and therefore forbade young people […]
What is the Most Expensive Substance on Earth?
Something is considered expensive when it is rare, beautiful, and in demand. Other items command extreme prices not because of beauty, but because of scarcity, complexity, or the risks involved in producing, trading, or possessing them. Below are some striking comparisons that place gemstones — particularly diamonds — into a broader global context of value. […]
A Lost Diamond-Any Guarantee from a Jeweller?
Modern jewellery is often set with extremely small diamonds held by very fine claws. Over time, and through normal wear and tear, these claws may wear down or shift, allowing a diamond to loosen or fall out — particularly if the jewellery has been subjected to a hard knock. If jewellery is worn during activities […]