Unusual Luxury Christmas Gifts
Christmas time is nearly upon us. As such, so is the inevitable last minute dash to buy gifts for your nearest and dearest. It can be difficult to decide what to buy for friends and family. Indeed, year after year the hunt for an exceptional gift seems to become more difficult. There are many guides […] ...Read More...
Proposing at Christmas
Christmas ‘tis the season to be jolly’- and romantic. If you’re thinking of popping the question, then there is no better time than the festive period. With twinkling lights, cosy nights and festive fun all around love really is in the air. And what could be a better holiday gift than a sparkly new engagement […] ...Read More...
History of Christmas Gifts
The history of Christmas gifts goes back long before Christmas even existed. In a pre-Christian Britain, Paganism was the predominant religion. Pagan festivals during the winter solstice included Saturnalia –a celebration originating in Pagan Rome of the god, Saturn. These festivals often involved activities we now see as hallmarks of a traditional Christmas, such as […] ...Read More...
Christmas Luxury
Photo by Roberto Nickson on Unsplash Christmas brings with it many connotations, but something that really springs to mind when I think of Christmas is one word: luxuy. It is the time of year when a lot of people go all-out. We all dream of the perfect Christmas, and there are so many little luxuries […] ...Read More...
North Pole Rings
There are many things to love about Christmas time. However, our favourite has to be the endless opportunities to deck ourselves in our favourite decorations. The festive period features many celebrations, which are the perfect opportunity to wear our sparkliest rings and other jewellery. If you’re looking for some accessory inspiration this Christmas, then look […] ...Read More...
Different Sapphire Cuts
A rough sapphire can be cut into many different shapes. Most of it is dependent on the quality of the sapphire, and also its colour. There are, in fact, many different factors to take into consideration when deciding how to create a polished sapphire out of a rough one. We’re going to explore some of […] ...Read More...
From Christmas Past
“Nephew” returned the Uncle sternly, “keep Christmas in your own way, and let me keep it in mine.” – A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens How do you keep Christmas? Do you have any festive traditions? More specifically, do you know where these traditions might originate from? Although simply doing something because it’s what you usually […] ...Read More...
Symbolism of the Twist Ring
When it comes to jewellery, particularly rings, there are a few styles that are enduringly popular. Classic styles include diamond solitaires, gemstone trilogy rings and chunky gold signets. However, one of the most symbolic styles of ring is the twist ring. This iconic style comes in many forms, however traditionally it features a shank that […] ...Read More...
The Best Sapphire Colour
If you’re looking for a gemstone that is as unique as it is beautiful, then sapphire is the one for you. Sapphires are one of the ‘big three’ gemstones, alongside emeralds and rubies. They’re pretty tough wearing too, being the third hardest mineral around (after diamond and moissanite). Perhaps most importantly, sapphires can be found […] ...Read More...
How Well Do You Know Your Gemstones?
Try our gemstone quiz… How well do you know your gemstones? Do you see yourself as something of an aficionado? If you’re sure you know your emeralds from your peridots, your diamonds from your crystals, and your opals from your moonstones, step on up and let our quiz put you to the test. View our […] ...Read More...
