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Diamonds – The 4 C’s
Probably the most well known of all the gemstones is DIAMOND. Renowned for it’s hardness and durability it is an ideal material for use in engagement rings which are worn everyday.
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.
Sapphire – September Birthstone
45th Wedding Anniversary Gift Sapphire. A member of the corundum family. The red variety is called Ruby and all other colours are Sapphire, their name
Opal – The traditional birthstone for October
34th Wedding Anniversary gift Opal is a non-crystalline gem material. Most gemstones are formed in one of the seven crystal systems but opal is what
