BIRMINGHAM STERLING SILVER DATE LETTER CHART ...Not everyone can memorise the date letters that appear on silver, yet they are so very important in dating silver items. As far as I am aware this is the first...
This guide is intended to give a brief outline of the history of the pocket watch, from its beginnings in the 16th century, up until the early part of the 20th century. It covers the technical development and...
LONDON STERLING SILVER DATE LETTER CHART ...Not everyone can memorise the date letters that appear on silver, yet they are so very important in dating silver items. As far as I am aware this is the first time...
ALL ABOUT SWAROVSKI Swarovski was founded in 1895 by Daniel Swarovski I. It has since developed into an international entity with numerous subsidiaries and is currently in the process of reorganizing its North...
The key is knowing what to look for. Below are some tips to help you determine what is real. This simple guide will save you time and money in the long run.1. Look at the photo. Is it stolen from the Tiffany...
THEANTIQUARIUS A-E ENCYCLOPEDIA OF JEWELLERY TERMS Adularescence :term applied to milky moonstones Aggregates : Minerals which form without showing their outer crystal shape Aigrette : Hair Ornament Albert :...
Swarovski was founded in 1895 by Daniel Swarovski I. It has since developed into an international entity with numerous subsidiaries and is currently in the process of reorganizing its North American...
Buy safely: Understanding Hallmarks. Make sure the item you are buying is solid, not plated, and hallmarked to prove this. In Britain Hallmarking has long history dating back 700 years representing the...
There is a common misunderstanding about what a hallmark really is. Many people confuse hallmarks with makers' marks. A hallmark is nothing more than an indication of metal content, a guarantee of purity or...