Christmas is when jewellery moves from accessory to statement. It is the moment to choose pieces that carry weight, history and a sense of permanence, rather than something that simply feels seasonal. This edit from Hatton Jewels focuses on high jewellery that will hold its own for decades: iconic designs, serious gemstones and sculptural settings, all sourced from our pre-owned jewellery collection for those who value rarity, sustainability and discretion.
William Goldberg Oval Diamond Drops: Brilliance Beyond Expectation
These William Goldberg 32ct oval diamond drop earrings sit firmly at the pinnacle of high jewellery. Each earring suspends an exceptional oval-cut diamond in a minimal, finely engineered setting that allows the stones to command full attention. The diamonds’ elongated silhouettes create a clean, unbroken line of brilliance, catching and releasing light with every movement in a way only stones of this calibre can achieve.
As a Christmas gift, they are for the person who truly has everything, these earrings make an entrance before the wearer speaks, offering a level of elegance and rarity.
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Cartier Love: A Diamond Bracelet To Wear Every Day
Cartier’s Love bracelet is already one of the most recognisable designs in contemporary jewellery. In this smaller SM model, fully pavé set with diamonds and crafted in 18ct yellow gold, it becomes a refined piece of high jewellery that still feels effortless for daily wear.
For Christmas, it is the kind of gift that quietly signals commitment. The screw motif and oval shape sit close to the wrist, while the diamond setting catches low winter light without overwhelming other pieces in a stack.
View the Cartier SM Yellow Gold Diamond Paved Love Bracelet
Chanel Shooting Star: A Graphic Ring With A Story
Chanel often turns to the night sky for inspiration. This diamond shooting star ring in 18ct white gold translates the celestial motif into a crisp architectural form, its diamonds graduating along the lines of the star for a clean, directional sparkle.
As a Christmas gift, it has obvious symbolism. It suits someone who prefers narrative jewellery that still feels contemporary: one strong motif, sharp outlines and a substantial diamond presence without unnecessary height or fuss.
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Vintage Cartier Trinity: Three Circles Of Light
The Cartier Trinity design is usually seen as interlocking rings. Here, the concept is expanded into a rare necklace, with three diamond-set circles suspended from a triple chain in yellow, white and rose gold.
The result is a piece that reads clearly across a room. The circles sit flat on the décolletage, creating a halo of light that works equally with a black evening dress or a sharp white shirt on Christmas Day. It is a strong choice for someone who already owns a Trinity ring and wants a statement counterpart.
View the Vintage Cartier Trinity Necklace
Natural No Heat Sapphire Cluster: Serious Colour For A Serious Collector
This sapphire and diamond cluster ring sits firmly in the realm of high jewellery. At its centre is a rare natural unheated sapphire framed by a halo of fine white diamonds. The contrast of platinum and 18ct yellow gold highlights the saturation of the stone while keeping the profile wearable.
It is a compelling option for a collector who understands the rarity of unheated colour and wants a Christmas gift with genuine long-term significance.
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Tiffany & Co. Lucida: A Modern Diamond Classic
Tiffany’s Lucida cut was introduced to give a square diamond the life and fire usually associated with round stones. This platinum solitaire ring centres a 2.63ct Lucida cut diamond in a precise four-claw setting. It is a clean, architectural engagement style that also works as a statement right hand ring.
For Christmas, it is the gift you choose when you want one serious stone on the hand, with minimal metal and maximum light return.
View the Tiffany & Co. Lucida 2.63ct Diamond Ring
Heart Shape Diamond Drop Earrings: Evening Sparkle With Precision
These platinum drop earrings are built around substantial heart-shaped diamond clusters, each anchored by a trillion cut diamond and framed by a halo of brilliant cuts with a total diamond weight of 4.00ct. The drops are articulated from diamond-set hoops, so the stones move with the wearer without becoming unstable.
They are ideal for Christmas Eve, New Year’s celebrations and any future black-tie events where serious, symmetrical sparkle is required.
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Cartier Caresse D’Orchidées: A Sculptural Cocktail Ring
Cartier’s Caresse D’Orchidées collection treats the orchid as a fully sculpted object rather than a flat motif. This cocktail ring in 18ct white gold features a double orchid form, grain set with brilliant cut diamonds that follow the natural curves of each petal. It is an unapologetically glamorous choice, designed to sit high on the hand and catch the light from every angle.
As a Christmas gift, it suits someone who enjoys jewellery as wearable sculpture and is comfortable with a piece that will always invite comment.
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Choosing High Jewellery As A Christmas Gift
High jewellery is ultimately about intention. Each of these pieces has been selected not only for its design and brand heritage, but also for its longevity and the strength of its materials. Sourcing them pre-owned through Hatton Jewels adds another layer. You are investing in jewellery with proven desirability, often at a significant saving on current retail, while making a more sustainable choice within the luxury space.
Whether you choose an iconic Cartier design, a rare unheated sapphire or a graphic Chanel star, these are Christmas gifts that will feel relevant long after the season has passed and will sit comfortably within a considered pre-owned jewellery collection.
