The Most Iconic Earrings Worn by the Royals
Anyone who considers themself a royalist can’t help but follow the fashion trends set by the royal family. Whether we’re watching a royal wedding or we’ve just seen a picture on one of the royal’s Instagram accounts, we often find ourselves captivated by images of fine jewels they adorn themselves with – there seems to […] ...Read More...
The Best Setting for Emerald Cut Diamonds
Although it’s a bit unfair to say there is one single ‘best’ setting for emerald cut diamonds, there are definitely ways that the setting can complement the shining abilities of the stone. With that said; we’re going to explore a few different settings for emerald cut diamonds and see which ones bring us the most […] ...Read More...
What is a Marquise Diamond Ring?
Newcomers to the jewellery world will likely find themselves asking ‘what is a marquise diamond ring?’ Enter the AC Silver blog. We love to educate and celebrate the beauty and craftsmanship of antique jewellery. Today, we’ll be covering the topic of all things marquise, be it diamond rings, dress & cocktail rings, or questions of […] ...Read More...
Wedding Ring Trend Predictions for 2021
I think I speak for everyone when I say that 2020 couldn’t end too soon. With that in mind, I’ve decided to spend some time looking forward and imagining some highlights that 2021 could have in store for us. Beyond the obvious – lockdowns 3 through 5, announcement of the 2022 Tokyo Olympic games, and […] ...Read More...
Earrings to Match Your Wedding Dress
As we all know, the perfect day calls for the perfect dress, but what’s the perfect wedding dress without the accessories to match? Often, brides to can struggle to find that flawless pair of earrings to match a wedding dress. After all, the occasion calls for something spectacular, but earrings that are too busy are […] ...Read More...
Types of Antique Anniversary Bands
Jewellery is a popular gift for wedding anniversaries. This is likely because jewellery – particularly diamond jewellery – is innately linked with bridal jewellery. Equally, good quality antique jewellery and vintage jewellery can be an investment which appreciates in value over time. Here, we’ll discuss some antique anniversary bands for everyone approaching a significant wedding […] ...Read More...
The 5 Most Iconic Necklaces in Films
Over the years, some truly spectacular pieces of jewellery have graced the silver screen. Who hasn’t swooned over the antique jewels and iconic costumes of movie stars, especially when we hark back to the classic films that have gone down in history? From Marilyn Monroe to Julia Roberts, actresses have dazzled us with their gems […] ...Read More...
Dating Brooches by Clasp Fastenings
Dating jewellery by the style of clasp fastening it has is an essential skill for any jeweller. Sometimes, vintage and even antique jewellery is hallmarked with a date letter. Each year is assigned a letter in a specific typeface, and so identifying the year of production for these pieces is easy enough. A lot of […] ...Read More...
Earrings to Match a Yellow Dress
Not everyone is bold enough to opt for a sunny yellow dress, but if you’re a fan of bright colours and eye-catching designs, you’re sure to look fabulous in striking block colours accented with carefully selected jewellery. When it comes to finding earrings to match your yellow dress, it all amounts to a careful balance […] ...Read More...
Earring Trends Through the Decades
Humans have worn earrings for most of recorded history, in some form or another. Today, however, we’re sticking to the last hundred years – keeping it simple. 1920s Around the turn of the 20th century, the biggest fashion styles were Art Deco and Art Nouveau aesthetics. The Art Nouveau came first, acting as a go-between […] ...Read More...
