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 …
A lot of questions come up when you’re searching for the perfect engagement ring. There are a lot of different types of engagement ring settings, and choosing between them can prove to be a real challenge. In the past on our blog, we’ve gone over the distinctions between different types of engagement rings, and today is no …
Romantic jewellery takes many forms in different cultures around the world. An Irish example of romantic jewellery comes in the form of claddagh rings. These rings typically follow a uniform design wherein a central crowned heart is bordered to either side by two extended hands. When did this ring design come to be? And what does it symbolise? The …
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 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 …
With so much emphasis on finding the perfect engagement ring, wedding bands can sometimes come as an afterthought. With so many gorgeous options out there, however, it’s worth putting in the research to find a wedding band that makes you just as excited! While some people love the idea of a simple yet elegant, plain band, …
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 …
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, …
With so many different engagement ring designs to choose from, it can be difficult to settle on the perfect style for you. From traditional diamond solitaire rings to sparkling eternity rings, there are so many fantastic designs to select from. Today, we’re shining the spotlight on a lesser known, but equally stunning, ring style: the …
