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Antique and Vintage Jewellery: The Ethical Choice
Explore how antique and vintage jewellery offers a sustainable, ethical way to enjoy timeless style. Discover the benefits of reusing precious materials and cherishing historic craftsmanship.
Victorian Fashion and Jewellery Trends: The Era’s Enduring Influence
Explore the evolution of Victorian fashion and discover the timeless jewellery trends that shaped antique and vintage rings. From romantic serpent motifs to elaborate mourning designs, learn what makes these pieces so enduringly popular.
Gemstone Colour: How It Works and What You Need to Know
Discover how gemstones acquire their captivating colours and learn how these hues play a key role in antique and vintage rings. From trace elements to historical cutting styles, explore what gives each gem its unique charm.
Gemstones, Light, and Optics: A Glimpse into the Spectrum of Antique Jewellery
Discover how gemstones interact with light across the electromagnetic spectrum, creating the vivid colours and sparkle seen in antique jewellery. Learn what makes vintage gems so timelessly captivating.
Carat Weight Explained: Understanding the Basics of Gemstone Carats
Learn what carat weight means, how it’s calculated, and why it’s not the sole factor in a gemstone’s value. Discover tips for balancing cut, clarity, and colour to find the perfect piece that fits your style and budget.
Gemstone Hardness Explained: How It Affects Durability and Wearability
Uncover why gemstone hardness matters for everyday jewellery. From diamonds (Mohs 10) to opals and pearls (softer gems), learn how hardness, cleavage, and protective settings influence a stone’s durability and appearance over time.
Gemstones and Their Lustre: A Guide to Sparkle and Shine
Uncover the role of gemstone lustre in antique and vintage rings. From diamond’s adamantine brilliance to sapphire’s bright vitreous sheen, learn how different lustre types define a gem’s sparkle—and how to preserve it over time.
The 4 C's & More: What Adds Value to Gemstones in Antique and Vintage Rings
Explore why two rings with similar 4 C’s can differ greatly in price. Learn about the extra elements—rarity, origin, history, provenance, and trends—that affect the value of gemstones in antique and vintage rings.
Investing in Antique Rings: What Makes an Antique Ring a Good Investment?
Discover how to invest wisely in antique rings with our comprehensive guide. Learn what factors contribute to a ring's value, including rarity, condition, provenance, and demand, and get expert advice on selecting antique rings that are likely to appreciate in value over time.
How To Clean and Maintain Your Antique Jewellery
One of the most incredible things about antique jewellery is that it has already survived the wear and tear of time - sometimes thousands of years. Here's how to maintain antique jewellery so it lasts for thousands more.
Antique vs. Modern Diamond Cuts: How They Differ and Why It Matters
Discover the key differences between antique diamond cuts and modern cuts in our comprehensive guide. Learn how their unique appearances, light performances, and styles affect the character of your diamond ring and why these differences matter for collectors and those seeking a truly unique piece.
The Significance of Gemstones in Antique Rings: Meanings, History, and Evolution
Discover the rich meanings and history behind the gemstones in antique rings. Learn about commonly used gemstones, their symbolism, and how gemstone cuts and settings have evolved over time in this insightful guide.
