The 4 C’s of Diamonds
4 factors determine the value of a diamond: cut, colour, clarity and carat. These are known as the “4 C’s of Diamonds”. Find out more about the 4 C’s in our short guide. Cut The most important of the four aspects of a diamond is it’s cut. This is because it has the biggest influence […]
Rolex Watch Testing Methods
Before a Rolex can leave the site to be sold, it has to undergo a series of extreme tests. Each watch is pushed to measures they aren’t likely to ever endure to prove their reliability. Here are some of the company’s harsh testing methods. High impact tests There are more than 20 different drop tests […]
A Guide to the Colours of Gold Jewellery
Nowadays, there are a range of colours of gold jewellery to choose from. The difference in colour is caused by the metals mixed with gold to make an alloy e.g. silver gives a whiter tone while copper gives a slight red tone. The gold content of the items are still measured the same, in carats, […]
What Gold Carat Really Means
You may know that carat is the unit of weight that measures diamonds and gemstones, and this causes gold carats to be mistaken. In relation to gold, the term ‘carat’ refers to the proportion of pure gold within an item of jewellery. The carat of gold is often represented by the abbreviation ‘ct’, however ‘K’ […]
The Difference Between Solid, Filled and Plated Gold Jewellery
Gold is a metal commonly used in making jewellery. People are often confused by the terms solid, filled and plated gold jewellery. There are many different types of gold. This is because pure gold isn’t strong enough on it’s own, so we bond it with lesser metals to make it more durable. The metal can […]
Easy Jewellery Care Tips
Looking after your jewellery is important. Over time, it can get scratched or damaged. Most of these situations can’t be helped. But there’s some simple measures you can take to ensure your jewellery is as healthy as can be. Read on to find some easy jewellery care tips. Store your jewellery separately When all items […]
A Guide to Each Jewellery Hallmark
What is a Hallmark? Precious metals i.e. gold, silver, palladium and platinum are rarely used in their purest form. They’re mixed with other metals to form an alloy that has the desired colour and strength. It’s not possible to discover the precious metal content of these alloys just by looking at them. Because of this, […]
5 Interesting Uses of Gold
Gold is one of the most useful minerals that we mine from the Earth. It doesn’t tarnish and is extremely malleable, meaning it is easy to mould into shapes. These are just two of gold’s handy characteristics. The precious metal has been used for thousands of years to show status and wealth. Today, the most […]
History of Jewellery
The first signs of jewellery in history dates back to prehistoric times. It was worn for people to show their status within a group. Later on, it’s primary use was function. For example, pins, brooches and buckles. It wasn’t until late 14th century that people began to wear it to accessorise or to show their […]