Tag Archives: Wareham
Fine Filigree
Filigree is a delicate and intricate metalworking technique that has been used for centuries to create exquisite patterns in jewellery. Originating in
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Valuing your treasures
I’m often asked what I look for when valuing antique jewellery. I have extensive experience in the field of antique jewellery having
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Amethyst – a timeless gemstone
There is no denying the Amethyst is instantly recognizable by its striking purple colour, whether it is a delicate, pale lilac or
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How do we prepare our antique and secondhand jewellery for sale?
Here’s the second in a series of short blogs by Amy letting you into a few trade secrets of our shop. We’re
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Why are antiques programmes on TV so popular?
The expectations of a customer buying antique jewellery have increased significantly over the last few decades and I’m sure this is, in
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Reflections on the growth of the antique jewellery market
When Heirlooms first opened in 1986, it was at the height of Romantic fashion – all frills, sentiment and statement jewellery. Georgian
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The History of Heirlooms
Although I started my journey with Heirlooms in 2017, the full story started in 1986 when it was founded by gemmologist Gabrielle
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