How to Care for Your Opal Jewellery: Tips from Your Local Jeweller Opals are among the most captivating gemstones, known for their vibrant play of colour and unique origin stories. But did you know that opals also require a little extra love to keep their brilliance alive? At Cathy Stephens Jewellery, your trusted local jeweller…
The Birthstone for September is sapphire, it is considered the most spiritual of all gems as it represents purity of the soul, it is also a stone for royalty and believed to protect the wearers from harm. The Persians of earlier times thought that the earth rested on a giant sapphire whose pale blue reflection…
All jewellery sold in the UK must have a British hallmark. A hallmark is a selection of stamps marked into precious metals; gold, silver, platinum and palladium to show that the item has been independently tested and can guarantee that it conforms to the legal standards of purity. A full UK hallmark will include a;…
Ruby is the birthstone of July and the gem for 15th and 40th anniversaries, if you or a loved one has a birthday in July or you are celebrating a special anniversary, here is what you need to know when buying the perfect gift. Once you have read everything you need to know head over…
While sapphires, rubies and diamonds develop as mineral underground, PEARLS form organically within various freshwater and saltwater mollusks. The formation of the June birth stone is caused by an irritation within the oyster that stimulates it to pour out a fluid which encases the foreign body in nacre creating the layers of the pearl. Cultured…
Emeralds are distinct green gemstones, its beautiful colour paired with its rarity makes Emerald one of the world’s most valuable gemstones. Not only do they symbolize royalty and eloquence, but they also serve as the May birthstone. The first known emeralds mined, date back to ancient Egypt and became a favourite of Cleopatra’s, who often…
More information on this very special decision by If you or a loved one holds a birthday in April, then you are lucky enough to claim the diamond as your birthstone. Its name derives from the Greek word ‘Adamas’ meaning invincible and has been the traditional symbol of eternal love since ancient times, which has…
More information on this very special decision byHow to Care for Your Jewellery The safest place to store your jewellery when you are not wearing it, is to keep it in a jewellery box, this reduces the chances of it getting damaged or lost. You should take your jewellery off when going to the gym,…
More information on this very special decision by Choosing your diamond is a very exciting and personal experience. A diamond is a symbol of love whether it’s for a romantic partner, family member or friends, it is a promise that is forever. At Cathy Stephens Jewellery, it is our job to make this experience special…
More information on this very special decision by More things to consider… For her… Which metal? If you are have an engagement ring and, as most people will, you are going to wear your wedding ring next to it, then you really must choose a ring in the same metal. Platinum is a very hard…