
Garnet: January's Birthstone
There’s no better way to start the new year than with a birthday celebration on the horizon. And to make it even sweeter for January babies...

Amethyst: February's Birthstone
Amethyst, the birthstone dedicated to the month of February, comes from the term ‘amethystos’ meaning ‘sober’ in Greek. Join us to discover...

March's Birthstone: Aquamarine & Bloodstone
There are epic stories of man battling the tide whilst clutching an aquamarine gem for protection. These tales made waves through jewel col...

Diamond: April's Birthstone
A Diamond’s signature is real love. It’s the birthstone for April and a classic gem used in engagement rings. It has a history of romance, ...

May's Birthstone: Emerald
The emerald is fascinating, both visually and historically. When you understand the lore behind your gem, it adds value to it you can’t pri...

June's Birthstone: Alexandrite, Pearl and Moonstone
These three June birthstones each have a connection to nature through the moon, ocean, and light. Alexandrite, Pearl, and Moonstone. Moonst...

July's Birthstone: Ruby
Ruby is a gem glorious in colour, nature, and story. It has captured the hearts of famous historians, royal highnesses, beggars, fashionist...

August's Birthstone: Peridot
One of the most glamorous women in history, Cleopatra, collected August’s birthstone, Peridot.Interestingly, Ancient Egyptians called Perid...

September's Birthstone: Sapphire
The sapphire stone, one of the earliest gems known to man, has a rich history connected to royalty, religion and restorative remedies. Dati...

October's Birthstone: Opal & Tourmaline
October, the month of Halloween celebrations and the birthstones, opal and tourmaline. This week, we explore the history of these exception...

November's Birthstone: Citrine & Topaz
We’re feeling all fuzzy with the sound of jingle bells ringing in the distance. What better way to kick off November, the month of bonfire ...

December's Birthstone: Turquoise & Tanzanite
Turquoise Turquoise is a stone steeped in myth, lore and superstition dating back to prehistoric times. It played a pivotal role in establi...

The 10 best Swiss watch brands
If you're in the market for a luxury watch, chances are you will spend a long time looking at watch manufacturers from Switzerland. Howeve...

What Is A Watch Movement? A Guide To Watch Movements?
All watches — regardless of style, design, or brand — are powered by a mechanism called a movement, which is essentially the engine that d...

Bracelet size chart and guide
Bracelets are a staple of all of our jewellery boxes and the perfect way to add a bit of glam and sophistication to an outfit. But just li...

Breitling serial number guide
Breitling is a Swiss watch brand that has been making luxury timepieces since 1884. They are particularly well known for their pilot's wat...

Omega serial number guide
Omega is a classic Swiss brand of watch that carries a lot of history. They have been making watches since 1848, and carry a lot of presti...

Rolex serial number guide
Every Rolex is engraved with a unique serial number. This indicates what year the watch was made, and can be used to authenticate and value...

Tag Heuer serial number guide
Because TAG Heuer is one of the premier Swiss luxury watch brands on the market, they are also one of the most counterfeited.With a rich he...

Watch Cleaning: How to maintain and clean your luxury watch?
Luxury watches are often passed down from generation to generation, so there’s no reason why your great-great-grandchildren can’t enjoy you...

Pawnbroking history: Pawnbrokers over the past 100 years
Above: View of Deptford, Evelyn Street store, 1956. London Picture Archive ref: 59963 © London Metropolitan Archive (City of London). Whil...

Pawnbroking Guide
Pawnbroking guide and FAQs: How does pawning work? Whether you have big plans on the horizon or an unexpected expense has popped up, y...