I've always been a collector of "things" and have often tried to work out why this is. After years of internal reflection and deep study...

Yesterday a familiar leaflet was posted through my door: "Wanted. Gold & Silver" "Top London Cash Prices Paid". I can only assume these...

Ring sizing systems throughout the world vary. It would be great if everyone used the same system, it would certainly make things easier...

When Covid-19 started to break, I instantly had the film Contagion playing over and over in my head, desperately hoping I was going to be...

Links of London. A brand that has been familiar with many in the UK and abroad for almost 30 years. One of the great British Brands of...

Two subjects I always try to avoid in conversation are Religion and Politics. The reason is quite simple, for many, there aren't grey...

This one is an important one, so please like/comment and share as much as you can. Many of you will know that I sell on various...

"Can't you just melt it down and....." "Is white gold an Isotope?" "What's the difference between Red and Rose gold?" These are questions...

Sustainability and Traceability are some of the "new" buzzwords in the jewellery industry. There are many who shout about these...

I've recently made a very important decision about my business. I make important decisions everyday, but this one is BIG! I am no longer...

"I love it, but I can't afford it" is something I often hear, especially in the run up to Christmas (yes, I know it's August). I know...

How many times have I heard this, "Pearls for Tears". Do I believe it? Yes, but not for the reason that the old wives tales state. I've...

One of the great things about my “job”, is that I get to meet some fantastic, interesting and talented people. The first of these people...

It would be very easy to churn out lots of blog posts about subjects which are essentially “buy from me” and “use me for this”, but I...

Okay, so you've decided on a Signet Ring (my range can be found here), but what about making it yours? What about making it personal and...

Last year I wrote a post about taking on a part time job, but I didn't share the details. I wanted to see how it worked out, if I liked...

It’s 31st of May, 8.30 am in Amsterdam and I’m stood in the street like a lemon, an hour early for an interview. As I’m waiting there I...

What makes something rare? Does this mean it’s valuable? Rarity and value are often, but not always, linked. Desirability plays an...