19th Century Engagement Rings
Engagement rings in the 19th century are usually pieces of Victorian jewellery. Antique sapphire rings, antique ruby rings, and more are all found amongst the ranks of Victorian engagement jewellery. Engagement jewellery before the Victorian era was not as common, and struggles to stand the test of time. There is certainly something appealing about antique […] ...Read More...
The Beauty of Silver Teapots
Call me old-fashioned, but I am a firm believer that tea in its truest form has to be served in a teapot. And what could be more beautiful than a silver teapot? That’s right: nothing. Antique or not, silver teapots have something about them that adds to the tea itself, and it’s not just the […] ...Read More...
Necklaces for Men – Frequently Asked Questions
I want to start by saying that items of jewellery are for everyone- full stop! If you have the sudden urge to don a dazzling tiara; a statement cocktail ring; or an interesting necklace; then by all means go with your gut instinct. This applies to everyone, no matter your sex. Your style shouldn’t be […] ...Read More...
6 Unique Ring Settings
As someone who has been part of the AC Silver Team for many years, I’ve come across quite the variety of ring settings: from the statement to the simple, from the traditional to the unique. The traditional styles of ring settings are of course stunning; after all they are traditional for a reason. However, it […] ...Read More...
The History of Celtic Jewellery
Image by Eva Hartnagel on unsplash. The history of Celtic jewellery is ancient and interesting. Celtic jewellery in Wales dates back to between 2000 BC and 550 AD, when craftsmen used silver and gold to create striking pieces of jewellery that boasted various Celtic symbols. Over time, the Celtic jewellery-making processes have been refined significantly, […] ...Read More...
