Category: Jewellery

diamond promise ring
Jewellery
Delilah Kealy-Roberts

What Is a Promise Ring?

A promise is defined as: “a declaration or assurance that one will do something or that a particular thing will happen.” Symbolism of The Promise

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Claw Set Engagement Rings
Jewellery
Jodie Smith

Claw Set Engagement Rings

The Claw Setting? Claw settings are also known as ‘prong’ settings, and thy are the most popular styles of settings for engagement rings. They benefit

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jewellery timeline
Jewellery
AC Silver

Jewellery Timeline

The history of jewellery is complex and fascinating, and the changes in techniques, styles and fashions can tell us so much about the age in which items were created. Jewellery is as old as civilization itself, and the concept of adorning yourself with the most beautiful items that you can find is one that is innate to

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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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A Guide to Pearl Clasps
Jewellery
Bethany Massey

A Guide to Pearl Clasps

Pearl clasps are an essential for maintaining pearl necklaces. They have to be strong enough to hold the weight of an entire string – sometimes

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The Perfect Pearl
Jewellery
Jodie Smith

The Perfect Pearl

What Makes The Perfect Pearl? We asked our resident gemologist and instore expert Claire Hall for an insight into the lustrous world of the pearl– just

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What Are Seed Pearls
Jewellery
Jodie Smith

What Are Seed Pearls?

A seed pearl is generally defined as a small natural pearl, usually measuring less than 2mm in diameter. Although their early definition stated that they

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mabe pearl clip on earrings
Jewellery
Jodie Smith

What are Mabé Pearls?

What are Mabé pearls and why are they so special? Mabé (pronounced Mar-bay) are also known as half-pearls or blister pearls. The name of Mabé

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Old Cut Diamonds
Jewellery
Jodie Smith

Old Cut Diamonds

Diamonds are forever, and here at AC Silver we’re reminded of this every day when we come face to face with stunning antique diamonds of all shapes

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