Delilah Kealy-Roberts
Delilah joined the AC Silver team as a Sales & Digital Assistant in 2017 after completing her degree in English Literature at Leeds University. Delilah possesses a passion for jewellery and antiquities combined with an interest in blogging and social media.
5 Ring Styles Which Hold A Secret Meaning
When you first put on your engagement ring, you’ll likely fall head over heels in love and be eager to share the sparkle with the world. Engagement rings were made to be displayed! After all, you’ll probably wear this piece of jewellery most days, and it’s the piece that other people will be the most […] ...Read More...
Upcycling Victorian Jewellery — How Designers Have Made Antiques Their Own
In a world of fashion often fuelled by throwaway culture and quick, cheap purchases, it’s refreshing to see antique items making a comeback — whether that be in their original form or a unique version of their old selves. When we re-purpose old jewellery, we are not only giving a new lease of life to […] ...Read More...
Why You Should Choose Silver Centrepieces for Your Dining Table
For any formal dinner, we’d all like our dinner tables to be as ‘dressed to impress’ as we are. But certain occasions call for something extra special. This is when you should call upon silver centrepieces for your dining table. Let’s find out about the different types of centrepieces and when you should use each […] ...Read More...
5 Jewellery Pieces Everyone Should Own
We already know that diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but surely we all want a few more companions? Every jewellery box glistens with a wide array of items, and the jewellery that we choose largely depends on our personal preferences and styles. However, there are a few essential pieces that everyone should keep pride […] ...Read More...
Top 5 Jewellery Moments in The Crown
Since it first graced our television screens in 2016 Netflix’s The Crown has been watched by a total of 73 million households around the world. Clearly, people everywhere have been captivated by the ins and outs of royal life, spanning throughout the second half of the 20th century. There are many reasons to dive into […] ...Read More...
Tea For One: The Beauty of the Bachelor Teapot
Long before the invention of tea bags and the concept of making a quick brew in a mug in a matter of seconds, tea time was a far more ritualistic affair. History tells us of elaborate afternoon tea parties in Victorian England and, going back far further, a rich history of ceremonial tea drinking in […] ...Read More...
How to Tell Diamonds from Paste
What are Paste Diamonds? The term “paste” is used to describe various different types of cut glass. Paste stones come in an array of colours and sizes and they were mainly produced to imitate the look of diamonds. Today, we consider paste stones as little more than costume jewellery or imitation stones; however paste was […] ...Read More...
What is a Carat?
While researching jewellery and antiques you are likely to come across the terms ‘carat’ and ‘karat’ a LOT. There are so many different terms related to jewellery, gold, and precious gems, so let’s get to the bottom of it: what is a carat? Carat vs Karat First of all, the terminology depends on where you […] ...Read More...
Replating White Gold
White gold is a stunning, sleek and shiny alternative to other metals such as yellow gold and platinum. White gold jewellery was first made popular during the decadent Art Deco era in the 1920s. The elegant metal was thought to perfectly enhance diamond jewellery and it added to the clean cut pristine fashion styles which […] ...Read More...
The Important Gemstones
…and all you need to know about them If diamonds are a girl’s best friend, then the rest of the gemstones make extraordinary acquaintances. Our relationship with precious gems seems timeless; humans have always loved to decorate themselves. We have long been drawn in by the sparkle and allure of gemstones and have prized them […] ...Read More...
