The AC Silver Animal Shelter
According to statistics within Britain, most people do not feel adulthood begins until the age of 29; with more ‘young adults’ staying at home with their parents, wanting to travel the world and being unenthusiastic in their career planning. I personally like to keep up to date with statistics and as I am now 30 […] ...Read More...
Buying Antique Silver
Buying antique silver can be a very good investment. If you are able clean and maintain the piece then silverware can remain in good condition, and thus retain or even enhance its value. As well as silverware being a great investment, it can also be appealing simply due to its ‘art’; the beauty, craftsmanship and […] ...Read More...
How ‘Green’ Are Antiques?
Many of us are becoming more aware of how green we need to be to help save our planet. Have you considered buying antique or vintage goods instead of modern furnishings to help you go ‘greener’ in 2018? Today, people are considering more sustainable choices when buying products such as food or furniture. Items are […] ...Read More...
What is a Filigree Box?
What is a Filigree Box? Filigree decoration is something which has been around since 3000 BC. There has been such amazing and beautiful metalwork made using this technique, and as fans of AC Silver will know we love our antiquities and beautiful metalwork. Filigree is very popular throughout the world but is particularly seen in […] ...Read More...
The Freedom of a Casket
What is a Casket? Often confused with a funerary box a casket is a decorative box that is commonly smaller than a chest. In the present day they are used to contain jewellery and trinkets, therefore are popular gifts and purchases to be used on dressing tables and even sideboards. Traditionally the casket was used […] ...Read More...
What is a Charger Plate?
Charger plates have been in use since the 19th century. Other names they are known as are service plates and under plates. They have both practical and decorative uses. They are used as a base setting to serve dining courses onto and enhance the dining experience. Due to their use these plates are usually attractively […] ...Read More...
What are Luxury Goods?
Luxury goods are defined as those which are not essential to us or those which are not necessary for everyday life. Luxury goods are over and above unnecessary for survival though, they are those goods associated with wealth, affluence and exclusivity. The term ‘Luxury Goods’ encapsulates the finest things in life; the ability to choose […] ...Read More...
Antique Diamonds with Modern Settings
Value for Money with Antique Diamonds Although many adore the brilliance of laser cut modern round stones, there is a certain charm to antique diamonds which have been recycled in an incredible new piece of jewellery. More and more customers are choosing antique diamonds. This is not only because these hand cut diamonds are distinct […] ...Read More...
Miniature Antiques
The World of Miniature Antiques Here at AC Silver we are fortunate enough to have a wonderful collection of antique miniature collectables of various types and styles. Our selection includes some incredible pieces which are one of a kind and inimitable. The earliest examples of miniatures date back to Ancient Egypt, around 5000 BC. The […] ...Read More...
Old Mine Cut Diamonds
The History of The Old Mine Cut Diamond The Old Mine cut diamond was developed through the gradual process. Cutters and merchants grew to understand how to achieve a better quality of brilliance compared to the earlier – more simple- table cut and point cut diamonds. They also realised which cuts were most popular with […] ...Read More...
