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Let’s make up for lost time and get dressed up for all the missed, glittering events and parties! The Autumn/Winter season is definitely one of our favourites and we can’t wait to show you some of our favourite trends everyone should be jumping on board with this year! Large Gemstones Something we are so excitedFind out more
Got an important birthday, anniversary or maybe just in the market for a special gift? These are a few of our favourite, affordable jewellery gift ideas that will work perfectly. After all, its all about affordable luxury. Dainty Chain Necklace and Pendants Nothing is more versatile than a dainty, delicate chain necklace. You can layerFind out more
Hi, I am Maggie a Sales Consultant in McGowans Jewellers. I was absolutely delighted when Danny, my future son in law, told me he was going to propose to my daughter. Not only that, but he gave me the honour of helping him find her dream engagement ring. The Engagement Ring With years of experience behind her, I knew exactly who to go to for guidance – our Senior Buyer, Margaret. Using her expertise and great eye, she sourcedFind out more
As millennia and centuries go by, history is enriched with the life stories of marking figures. Jewellery is a fascinating and timeless stamp of history, as it traces back to the beginning of time. From the closets of royalty to the necks of iconic Hollywood stars, here are the tales of the jewels that marked history. Cleopatra’s Emeralds Egypt was historically known for its emerald mining which –Find out more
Caring for your Gold Jewellery Gold might be one of the most resistant metals used in jewellery, but it still needs cared for. Whether you wear your gold jewellery every day or save it for special occasions, there are ways to keep your favourite gold pieces away from dullness and damage. From cleaning to storing, give yourFind out more
Summer trends are highly anticipated, as fashion peaks during the summer season. Jewellery trends are exciting in the summer, because they are front and centre when clothing is less so in the warm weather (when we are lucky enough to get it in Scotland!). If you’re looking to elevate your jewellery style this summer, here are some of the top trendsFind out more
There is no better time than now for men to rock jewellery. From high fashion to independent designers, men’s jewellery is the hit piece of the season and, with Father’s Day approaching, makes a great gift for the dad who won’t get himself anything. Here are the men’s jewellery essentials that would make a perfectFind out more
Caring for your jewellery is important to make sure it not only stays clean, but also maintains its brilliant sparkle and shine all year round! Every gemstone has different properties, and each deserves its own unique care and attention. Different cleaning methods apply to each gem stone, and there are some things you should avoidFind out more
Once upon a time, a beautiful green stone was discovered. The mesmerising colour of emerald is not the only thing captivating about the May birthstone. With a history full of tales, emerald is a mysterious gemstone with quite a few legends to tell. Here are some of our favourite myths and legends about emerald, fromFind out more
In recent years, a new category of stones has made an entrance onto the gemstone market: man-made gemstones. Although met with reasonable doubt from the public at first, laboratory-born gemstones have found their way onto the shelves of the most prestigious and renowned jewellers. Scientists and gemmologists are now able to recreate some of theFind out more