What is a Target Ring? Target rings are gemstone rings featuring concentric circles of stones in different colours. Getting their start in the Edwardian era – an excellent time for advancements in jewellery – target rings were used as romantic gifts, mementos of one’s love. Initially, target rings were made exclusively with diamonds and rubies. Given the …
Wedding season is once again upon us, and here at AC Silver, we love nothing more than the elegance and romance you can find at a summer wedding. We like to give advice where we can, and today we’re focusing on the atmospheric lighting at your wedding. With that in mind, let’s dive into 5 …
If you were to cast your eyes back through history, you would likely find that men have worn jewellery just as often as women, if not more in certain parts of the world at certain times. It was only really in the aftermath of the First World War that Western men stopped wearing as much …
When you think of statement jewellery, your mind will probably jump to a bold necklace or a bright gemstone cocktail ring. Of course, jewellery can make a bold fashion statement, but today, we’re considering a different kind of statement jewellery – jewellery that sends a message. Over the years, jewellery, and in particular brooches, have been used to convey …
It might sound crazy to think, but there is indeed a story of a diamond necklace that played a not insignificant part in the lead-up to the French Revolution of 1789 – 1799. Including all the elements you like to see such as thievery, death, betrayal, and of course, diamonds; it’s not a story to …
When it comes to jewellery, bigger isn’t always better — especially for those pieces that you plan to wear every day. Of course, it’s important that your engagement ring feels truly special, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that it has to be a huge statement piece. For many, a small and dainty engagement ring is …
At AC Silver, we are used to seeing a huge range of jewellery pieces. Everything from Georgian beauties to the most contemporary styles passes through our hands at one point or another, and often they can be somewhat divisive. It’s normal for antique and vintage jewellery to either grab you or repel you; it’s often …
You might think of antique silverware as something reserved for people born in the first half of the 20th century, but it’s time to think again. Not only is silverware a highly-valuable collectable for people all over the work, there are also completely practical pieces of silver for everyday life. Today, we’re going to take …
Today, we have many options when it comes to buying
Congratulations on your engagement! Now, if you were lucky enough to receive (or request, no judgement here) a pearl engagement ring, it’s time to learn the ropes. Whether you specifically loved the idea of a pearl engagement ring since you were a small child, or if you are the new recipient of a family heirloom, …
