How to Read British Hallmarks on Antique Jewelry
How to read the tiny stamps on antique British gold and silver, and what they tell you about who made a piece, what it's made of and when.
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Unlocking the Secrets: Victorian Symbolism in Jewelry
Snakes for eternal love, ivy for fidelity, swallows for a safe return: an A to Z of the symbols found in Victorian jewelry.
Old Mine Cut vs Old European Cut Diamonds: How to Tell the Difference
The two great antique diamond cuts, explained: where they came from, how to tell them apart, and how to choose the right one for your engagement ring.
Ward Brothers: The Craftsmanship Behind Mid-Century Silver
Who were the Ward Brothers? The history of the WBs maker's mark, their Scottish-style silver jewelry and their Edinburgh hallmarks.
Charles Horner: The British Silversmith Who Blended Art and Craft
Discover the story of Charles Horner, the Halifax jeweler behind some of the most collectible silver jewelry of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and view our vintage Charles...
Why Victorians Were Fascinated by the Night Sky: History and Symbolism
Comets, telescopes and star-set jewelry: how the Victorian passion for astronomy shaped the celestial motifs of antique jewelry.
Diamonds in the Library x Mayveda
The story behind the hand-engraved Forget-Me-Not signet ring we personalized for Becky of Diamonds in the Library.