by Nick Cowley | May 31, 2022 | Blog
This is a cautionary tale of the not so humble stainless steel ring so prevalent on the likes of wish and ali-express. Please think twice about purchasing that ultra cheap stainless ring especially with a thicker band or signet. The above ring was worn by a...
by Nick Cowley | Mar 2, 2022 | Blog
Is an intense highly reflective lustre finish usually applied to white gold, palladium and platinum jewellery. It’s usually a byproduct of the platinum refining process being part of the platinum group. The rhodium in industry is mostly used for your car in the form...
by Nick Cowley | Sep 3, 2020 | Uncategorized
If you are looking for a clock repairer we recommend Time Central. Our workshop boasts a very experienced watchmaker with more than 20 years at the bench. He can fully service all makes of horological devices including antiques, grandfather clocks, carriage clocks,...
by Nick Cowley | Oct 10, 2019 | Blog
When you go to engage a jeweller to purchase something or repair/refurbish an item you own, consider the process. Usually they will be able to show you an item you may be interested in or arrange to have something changed to suit or ideally made to your...
by Nick Cowley | May 25, 2019 | Blog
I feel too many people misunderstand, or carry a distorted view of what it is that our craft as jewellers is made up of. The Jewellers work is divided into several trades. These include watchmaker, engraver, gem setter, gemologist, lapidarist, goldsmith, and...
