Category: Silver

Engagement Ring Buying Guide
AC Silver
AC Silver

Engagement Ring Buying Guide

When looking for the perfect engagement ring, there are so many factors to consider, but none are more important than the instinctual feeling you have

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sterling silver chalice
Silver
Jodie Smith

What is a Ciborium?

A ciborium is defined as a large, covered cup – such as a chalice or goblet – which features a cover, usually surmounted by a

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What is a Toby Jug
Silver
Jodie Smith

What is a Toby Jug?

The History of Toby Jugs Toby jugs are a uniquely British phenomenon, although they are collected worldwide, and are seen as a novelty item which

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Silver Sidesaddle Stirrup
Silver
Jodie Smith

Silver Sidesaddle Stirrup

This unique piece – created in Latin America – is typical of the style of Sidesaddle stirrups of this time and provenance. However, what makes

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What Is a Jardinière?
Silver
Jodie Smith

What Is a Jardinière?

Jardinière is a catch–all term for any vessel, from a bowl to an urn, which can be used for keeping flowers in. The literal French

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military collectables
Silver
Jodie Smith

Military Collectables

At AC Silver we have an impressive collection of military collectables of all types, from brooches, charms and pins to large scale presentation trophies. Items

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miniature clock
Silver
Jodie Smith

Miniature Antiques

The World of Miniature Antiques Here at AC Silver we are fortunate enough to have a wonderful (suitably small) collection of antique miniature collectables of

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Argyle History
Silver
Emilia-Jane Jeffries

Argyle History

The First Argyll In the 18th Century, the argyle (also spelled ‘argyle’) was famously named after, and crafted in honour of, the fifth Duke of Argyll, John

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