The largest diamond in the world: Cullinan Diamond Often known as the “Star of Africa”, or the Cullinan Diamond, this gorgeous stone is a whopping 3,106 carats for a weight […]
The story of Cartiers Mystery Clocks starts with a man named Jean-Eugene Robert-Houdin, a French horologist and a man now recognised as the father of modern magic. Having studied clock […]
Some of the most influential women in the world of Haute joaillerie (fine jewellery) were the famous courtesans of Paris, the mistresses of the powerful in the early 20th century. […]
The Hope Diamond is one of the most fascinating jewels in the world, with ownership records dating back almost four centuries, this piece of jewellery has an abundance of stories […]
A pioneering figurehead of the 1960’s modernist movement, Charles de Temples is revered as one of the most influential designers in bringing in bold and abstract jewellery to the forefront […]
Jewellery History: California Gold Rush A gold rush or gold fever is a new discovery of gold that brings an onrush of miners seeking their fortune. Major gold rushes took […]
Known for her amazing fashion sense and dedicated humanitarian work, the late Princess Diana also enjoyed an impressive and iconic jewellery collection. It’s now being passed onto the new generation […]
Walking down the vintage shops in London’s Brick Lane and you’ll see how retro fashion continues to inspire people everyday. It’s not new. people have been finding fashion inspiration from […]
Fabergé eggs are admired around the world for their exquisite, jaw-dropping details. The Russian imperial-era decorative eggs have stunned many viewers, sparking their curiosity about how these beautiful objects came […]
World famous movie star Elizabeth Taylor was not just one of Hollywood’s most recognisable actresses of the 20th century, but also an avid jewellery expert and collector. As an icon […]
The Cannes Film Festival sees the heights of movie star glamour, where stars debut some of the world’s most prestigious jewellery collections on the red carpet. This year was no […]
The first icon in our series is Alexandra Queen of Denmark, who Queen Victoria’s son, Edward, Prince of Wales married in 1863. For years before her coronation, however, the future […]
The recent engagement of Jennifer Lopez and her former New York Yankee hubby, Alex Rodriguez, has caught the attention of the jewellery world because after the internet-breaking ring shot Instagram […]
‘Whose hair I wear, I loved most dear’ Unlike flesh which easily rots to bone, a clip of hair maintains its form and colour for centuries, acting as a perfect […]
If you’re a February baby or are shopping for one, you should know that this month’s birthstone is rich in history and meaning. Here at the Vintage Jeweller, we currently […]
For a meaningful Valentine’s Day gift, choose a piece of jewellery that matches your Valentine’s unique style. Whether you decide on a pendant, bracelet or set of earrings, you’re giving […]
Winter is still in full force as February approaches, but the glimmer of spring is on the horizon. Soon, February 14th will bring a celebration of love with Valentine’s Day. […]
The word ‘garnet’ is derived from the Latin ‘granatum,’ which means ‘pomegranate,’ because the crystals resemble the fruit’s red colour and seed-like form. Most people think of the garnet as […]
Tanzanite can only be found in one part of the world- Tanzania. It has become increasingly popular since its relatively recent discovery in 1967. The blue colour can range from […]
The first recorded instance of human interaction with gold dates back as far as 3,000 B.C. in Egypt. Gold often played a significant role in ancient Egyptian mythology with the […]
You may have a formal workwear dress code or one where you can flaunt your style. Either way, it’s nice to add a little bit of glam to your work […]
It is with great pleasure and excitement that I write this blog post and announcement. Benjamin Hawkins is a fine jewellery designer specialising in one off bespoke artworks and also, […]
There are so many pieces of jewellery out there, and it can be hard to know where to start if you’re not into jewellery or if you’re buying a gift […]
The gold hoop earring has been a powerful symbol in many cultures throughout history. Jewellery has been used as a form of adornment for people for centuries. The oldest earrings […]
