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Hallmarks from around the world
Although the United Kingdom is the only country in the world where it is a legal requirement that items described as being made of silver, gold or platinum are hallmarked,...
resizing vintage engagement rings
A vintage blue sapphire and diamond ring in 18t yellow gold. Resizing a vintage ring throws up its own challenges and this type of work should only be taken on...
Making a 1.5ct oval diamond engagement ring
2022 was the year of the oval! Once thought of as old-fashioned the oval diamond had a big year and we couldn’t be happier! We were commissioned to make this...
Ring resizing FAQs
To view the answer to a question please click on the + sign towards the right of the page. How much does it cost to have a ring resized? To...
What is Pre love jewellery?
Pre-love’ or ‘loved’ is an item of jewellery that has already been owned and loved by someone who has either passed it on or chosen to sell it.We have a...
Which rings can be re-sized
If you are unsure about whether your ring can be resized while you wait then you can use the images below. If you see a ring that is similar to...
Can my ring be resized?
Can my ring be resized? Almost all rings can be re-sized but some will be more complicated and take longer to do than others. A solitaire ring with a plain...
Wedding band re-sizing
8mm Wide 9ct white gold wedding ring re-sizing. If you have a ring that you would like to be re-sized, you can use the calendar below to book an appointment....
Which gemstones are good for wedding rings?
tldr Diamonds are best for everyday wear but sapphires and rubies are fine too. All other stones are too soft and will need to be replaced after a while. Sapphires...
Make your own wedding rings workshop FAQ
What do I need to wear? The only non-negotiable with clothing is closed shoes as we will be dealing with heavy objects and molten metal. Other than that we recommend...
Round vs Oval
Oval diamonds v round diamonds Oval shaped diamonds offer the same type of brilliance and sparkle that you get with a round cut diamond, but with a slightly different shape....