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Turning old gold jewellery into new - the magic of remodelling

You may have jewellery that has been left to you in a will (also known as estate jewellery), from previous relationships, given to you by family members, gifts that you never really liked, or jewellery that you DID like but now don’t wear anymore.
Whatever the reason, you end up with gold jewellery sitting in your drawer gathering dust. What to do with it?

What's the difference between golds?

You’ve probably got at least a basic understanding of how the various carats of gold differ - the higher the carat, the better the quality of gold, right?
However, that certainly isn’t to say that you’d want to wear jewellery made exclusively of the purest gold. Why not?

Help! My rings suddenly don't fit!

Ever had that sinking feeling when you realise you can't get your rings off?
It can be a bit of a shock to wake up one morning and find that the same rings you’ve worn for years and years suddenly don’t fit.

Moonstones and more - Junes Birthstones

Those born in the month of June are spoiled for choice when it comes to gemstone jewellery, because the sixth month of the year is associated with three birthstones: pearl, moonstone and alexandrite.

Subtle and classy, the gentle, iridescent tones of these gemstones work well with many types of jewellery and complement just about any outfit. Best of all, with a range of price points to suit all budgets, there’s every reason to add a piece of June birthstone jewellery to your collection.

Platinum vs White Gold

Platinum has become an increasingly popular choice of metal for engagement rings and other types of jewellery in recent years - and it’s easy to see why. Dazzling in colour, contemporary in style and incredible durable, platinum ticks a lot of the boxes that many consumers are looking for in jewellery.

How can I measure my ring size at home?

Shopping online for clothes can be almost dangerously easy. You probably have a pretty good idea of what size you are and, in the event that you don’t, most retailers provide measurements or a handy sizing guide.

However, when it comes to jewellery - and rings in particular - it’s not quite so simple. In this blog we look at how you can work out what ring size you are to make online ring shopping easy peasy.

5 Places to Never Wear Your Silver Jewellery

Silver is pretty durable as far as precious metals go, but that certainly doesn’t mean it’s bulletproof. In fact, sterling silver jewellery has some unique vulnerabilities that make it particularly susceptible to damage and discolouration in certain environments.

My white gold is turning yellow! What's the deal?!

Contemporary and eye-catching, white gold has become a popular alternative to conventional yellow gold in recent years, especially for use in engagement rings. However, dazzling as it may be, it’s important to know that white gold does not stay that same gleaming white forever.

February Birthstone: Amethyst

The birthstone for February is amethyst, a gemstone that Leonardo da Vinci reportedly believed held the power to stimulate the mind, eliminate evil thoughts and elevate business acumen.