Diamonds to Delight
Around 2,500 years ago diamonds were first discovered in India, though the oldest known diamond is thought to be 3.3 billion years old...
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- May 10
Meet the women behind Banwells
When you visit Banwells, nestled on the pedestrian Old Fore Street in Sidmouth, you will often be welcomed by Ann and Heidi. The faces of...
- Apr 30
Marking the King's Coronation
Coronation Jewellery With the coronation of King Charles III we reflect on the gemstones that have the strongest ties to royal jewellery,...
- Mar 9
An Independent Sidmouth
Sidmouth, a hidden gem tucked between the Jurassic Coast and the East Devon AONB. With its Triassic red cliffs and Regency styled...
- Mar 1
A Sea of Aquas
Aquamarine, Latin for 'Aqua Marina' or 'Sea Water' is a blue Beryl. They form hexagonal crystals in a host rock. The beautiful sea-like...
- Feb 9
The Ageless Allure of Amethysts
February birthdays have the lilac hues of amethyst as a gem birthstone, and it has a long history, being worn by the ancient Egyptians,...
- Jan 17
Cleaning Jewellery at Home
You don't need any expensive tools to get your rings, earrings, necklaces and bracelets back to their shiny best. All you need is washing...
- Jan 5
Garnering Glorious Garnets
Garnets, the January birthstone, are so named for their similarity to pomegranate seeds, and garnet is derived from the Latin word for...
- Dec 6, 2022
The History of Silverware
It's not just antique jewellery that carries a wonderful and eccentric history. Silverware from the Georgian, Edwardian and Victorian era...
- Dec 1, 2022
Tantalising Turquoises
Worn by ancient Egyptians, and Aztecs, turquoise has been sought after for thousands of years. The blue-green mineral is found in a...
- Nov 24, 2022
Accessorising for the Festive Season
If there's ever a time of year for dusting off the finery, it's during Christmas festivities. A full month at least of wearing party...
- Nov 22, 2022
The Jeweller's Guide to Buying Christmas Gifts
Buying a gift for a loved one can be a daunting prospect, but there are jewellery buying tips that can help guide your purchase...
- Nov 10, 2022
Our Eternal Love for the Eternity Ring
The captivating allure of a ring of diamonds has never failed to win the hearts of those who receive them. The sentiment of unending...
- Nov 3, 2022
Charming Citrines
There's something rather pleasant about a birthstone that ties in with the season. Citrine, aglow with autumnal oranges and yellows, is a...
- Oct 20, 2022
A Short History of Bracelets & Bangles
When you think of the Neanderthals, jewellery isn't the first thing that pops into your head. But a bangle, worn nearly 70,000 years ago...
- Oct 6, 2022
Fiery Mexican Opals
When you think of opals, you often think of pearly whites and blue-greens, shimmering in different lights. However, there are different...
- Sep 15, 2022
Antique Pearl Jewellery for the Modern Age
Pearls are making something of a comeback. Pearls were a favourite of Queen Elizabeth II and rather poignantly, often worn by royals as...
- Sep 1, 2022
Jewellery for an Autumnal Mood
There's something wonderfully moody about the cloudy morning skies, and darker, dusky evening as September turns to October. It's the...
- Aug 10, 2022
Peridot Perfection
The August birth stone is Peridot, a beautiful leafy green, that harks of breezy, sun shining days and hillside picnics. A compassionate...
- Jul 27, 2022
Summer Colours that Sparkle
Wearing dark shades of gemstone in Winter makes for a deep, luscious coloured accessory. Summer, in turn, allows true sparkle to come...
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