6 Gifts That Say I Love You
Sometimes it can be really tough getting the perfect gift for that perfect someone. You know the type of message you want to convey; you just want to give a gift that says ‘I Love You’, does it have to be so hard?! If you are facing this very same difficulty in the lead up […] ...Read More...
Valentine’s Day Vs. White Day
We’ve all heard of Valentine’s Day. On the 14th of February we give cards, gifts, and just generally show how we feel about that extra special person. Flash forward a month – 14th March- just a normal day right?! Wrong! If you live in Japan, South Korea, China, or other East Asian countries then this particular day might be quite important to you. Why, you ask? Well, I’m about to tell you. ...Read More...
Valentine’s Day: Origin and Meaning
Valentine’s Day: Origin and Meaning Christmas is over, and then before you know it – Valentine’s Day. In this modern age of barely getting a moment’s rest between one excuse to spend money and another, the urge to abandon everything and live alone in the woods only gets stronger. However, stay with us this year. […] ...Read More...
Love Heart Jewellery for Valentine’s Day
Giving love heart jewellery for Valentine’s Day is as natural as breathing. Love hearts have been related to romance since the mid-13th century. The celebration of Valentine’s Day really took off in the Victorian period, and jewellery featuring the love heart motif became incredibly popular at this time. So, if you’re looking to surprise the […] ...Read More...
5 Engagement Rings Under 2k
In honour of Valentine’s Day and because we are not all millionaires I have listed for you my five favourite engagement rings under £2000 here at AC Silver. 1. This antique 0.50 ct solitaire ring. I always say, I don’t suit small diamonds, it’s a fact, I’m not trying to have expensive taste or anything […] ...Read More...
Can you help reunite a mystery engagement ring with its rightful owner?
Can you help reunite a mystery engagement ring with its rightful owner? It can be pretty common to find errant items dropped in the middle of a busy park, from keys to mobile phones, money to lost toys. Well, imagine one couple’s surprise when they found an engagement ring alongside a mystery note while out […] ...Read More...
Valentine’s Traditions from Around the World
History of Valentine’s Day “There is only one happiness in life: to love and be loved” – George Sand. Aw! It’s the most wonderful time of the year- for those in love at least. Yes, Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, as you will undoubtedly have guessed if you have dared to venture out of the […] ...Read More...
Top Ten Valentine’s Day Gifts
Here at AC Silver we love the most romantic day of the year: Valentine’s Day! Valentine’s Day is a wonderful time to show the one you love how you feel, and what better way to do that than to treat them to a special gift? Antique and vintage jewellery and silverware make for the perfect […] ...Read More...
Valentine’s Day
Celebrations, History and Symbols ‘For this was on seynt Volantynys day whan euery bryd comyth there to chese his make.’ ‘For this was Saint Valentine’s day, when every bird of every kind comes to this place to choose his mate.’ This was one of the first references made to Valentine’s day in the poem ‘The […] ...Read More...
