October Birthstone: Opal
Opal is the traditional birthstone for October and one of the most distinctive gemstones used in fine jewellery. Unlike gemstones known for a single defining colour, precious opals can display...
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Opal is the traditional birthstone for October and one of the most distinctive gemstones used in fine jewellery. Unlike gemstones known for a single defining colour, precious opals can display...
Sapphire is the traditional birthstone for September, admired for its rich colour, exceptional durability and timeless beauty. Best known for its iconic blue hues, sapphire can also be found in...
Bright, distinctive and unmistakably green, peridot is the best-known birthstone for August. While emerald tends to dominate the conversation around green gemstones, peridot has a character entirely of its own....
Planning to propose in London this summer? The Shard, Kew Gardens, Tower Bridge, Greenwich Park and the London Eye are among the city’s most popular proposal spots, but there are...
Pearl is the traditional birthstone for June, admired for its soft lustre and natural beauty. Unlike most gemstones, pearls are formed organically inside molluscs, giving them a character and glow...
The word bespoke is used often in jewellery, but it does not always mean the same thing. For some jewellers, bespoke jewellery may mean choosing an existing design and changing...
Antique jewellery has an immiscible quality that modern jewellery often cannot imitate. The character of hand-cut diamonds, the detail of period settings and the individuality of each design all contribute...
The May new arrivals at Hatton Jewels include classic diamond rings, a diamond tennis bracelet and pre-owned jewellery from the iconic jewellery houses of Chopard, Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier...
Emerald is the birthstone for May, known for its rich green colour and long association with renewal, love and lasting elegance. It is one of the most recognisable gemstones in...
Weddings in 2026 feel more personal, more considered and far less interested in following a set formula. The strongest shift is not towards doing more. It is towards doing what...
Vintage rings are a great choice for summer, especially if you are drawn to antique jewellery with more character and detail. That does not have to mean anything too formal...
April’s new arrivals bring together some of the most recognisable names in jewellery with pieces that are easy to wear, collect and gift. This month’s selection moves from a substantial...
The birthstone for April needs little introduction. Diamond is one of the most famous gemstones in the world, valued for its brilliance, strength and lasting appeal. For those born in...
Summer is one of the best times to spend a day in London. The city’s calendar is full, the parks are at their best, and many of the season’s most...
Some jewellery is valuable because it is beautiful. Some are valuable because of their rarity. The most expensive jewellery sold tends to be both. At the very top of the...
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