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Turquoise – Birthstone for December
11th Wedding Anniversary gift Turquoise is found amongst the world’s oldest jewellery, seen in items from the tombs of the ancient Egyptians. The ancient Egyptians
Peridot – August Birthstone
16th Wedding Anniversary Gift Peridot, pink tourmaline and pearls. Peridot – a green variety of the Olivine mineral which is found in lava and meteorites.
The Science Behind The Gems
Sparkly. Pretty. Glittery. Fabulous. Delicate. Exquisite. Rare. Precious. All adjectives that describe the gemstones we all see and love in a jewellers window.
BUT, there is so much more to them than outward beauty. What makes them the way they are and how can we be sure what they are?
History of Hallmarks
Hallmarking is the oldest form of consumer protection and has been in existence since the end of the 12th Century. Unfortunately names registered before the end of the 17th Century cannot be identified because a fire destroyed the London Assay Office in 1861. Below follows a summary of the main changes to hallmarking through the ages.